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Workforce Development Update: Where We Are, Where We’re Going, and How We’re Getting There
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Join this session to learn about the resources and tools BPA and DOE are providing to support the industry’s growth.
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The work can’t wait. Workforce development issues consistently rank as a top concern for the building performance industry. We need to train and equip our workforce today. Potential workers lack awareness of career opportunities in home performance, HVAC, and weatherization jobs. Additionally, businesses struggle to attract, hire, and retain employees. Join this session to learn about the resources and tools BPA and DOE are providing to support the industry’s growth.
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