The California Energy Commission (CEC) announces the availability of $9,289,757 in grants through the California Training for Residential Energy Contractors (CA-TREC) Program to fund statewide training projects that support building energy efficiency. Funded projects must: (1) develop the workforce needed for long-term market transformation in whole-home efficiency; (2) reduce the cost of training; and (3) support programs offering testing and certifications for contractors. Programs must offer training in the installation and maintenance of residential energy efficiency equipment, such as heat pumps, heating ventilation and cooling equipment, and heat pump water heaters. CA-TREC grants aim to reduce training costs, provide testing and certifications, and partner with organizations to implement a state-sponsored workforce development initiative. This solicitation supports California’s energy and workforce goals by expanding and strengthening existing programs, improving training accessibility and affordability, and developing a skilled residential energy efficiency workforce.
