Do you want to work in the fast-growing energy efficiency industry? Want to install solar, wind or geothermal systems? Are you curious about new green technologies for your home or business? Do you want to meet kindred spirits? Who Are We?The Clean Energy Technology Training Consortium is a five-county partnership to help you. It’s coordinated by SUNY Ulster’s Continuing Education and Public Programs in partnership with the SUNY Community Colleges of Sullivan, Rockland, Orange and Dutchess Counties, with funding by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Partners Mid-Hudson Energy$mart Communities and Sustainable Hudson Valley are spreading the word through community events and this website, and developing resource centers in each of the five counties. What's it about?Clean, renewable sources of power like solar, wind, and geothermal are transforming the energy landscape. This provides hope for both economy and environment. You can work as a building analyst, insulation contractor, heating/ cooling technician, plumber, electrician, architect, transportation planner, vehicle mechanic, engineer, green roof installer, irrigation systems designer… or by bringing your skills in finance, marketing, communications, management or support services into the clean energy companies of the Hudson Valley.
Ulster County CleanTech Resource Center Info line: (845) 802-7191 What Do We Offer?Training, education and career info. Background on industries, trends and opportunities. Events and programs. And tips for developing your career. Besides this website, you can find resources at five centers on the SUNY campuses of Ulster, Dutchess, Orange, Rockland and Sullivan Counties.
Check frequently for updates. The centers will be operating this spring to serve job-seekers and householders, small business and government, experienced people and first-time explorers -- with an extra focus on people who have been under-served until now. Take a look at the SUNY Courses being offered via the Courses menus on the left. NOTE: Course inquiries and registration go through each individual campus' website. Follow the links to the universities from their respective logos on the left.
Interested in PV or wind? Assess your electrical knowledge by clicking here.
SUNY staff will score your knowledge and advise you on any preparation you need.
An article from the Kingston Daily Freeman on SUNY Ulster's Technology Training programs can be read here!
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