At CEWD’s Workforce Development Summit this week, NYPA showcased its commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive clean energy workforce. In the session "NYPA: Collaborative Investments with the New York State Department of Labor," Workforce Development Project Director Sandra Bleckman and VP of Environmental Justice Kaela Mainsah discussed how NYPA is supporting New York’s clean energy transition by providing training and job opportunities to residents of disadvantaged communities. Through strategic partnerships and funding, NYPA is building the infrastructure to deliver essential clean energy training, hands-on experience, and job placement assistance. In the Discovery Zone,?Chief Innovation Officer Daniella Piper, PE explored the challenges and opportunities of energy careers. This interactive session offered participants a chance to engage with industry professionals and learn about the workforce development needs and solutions driving the future of energy.
