Building the Clean Energy Future

​Join key leaders from government, real estate, the tech sector, and workforce training organizations for an engaging discussion on how New York City can develop a skilled workforce to drive the large-scale retrofitting of buildings for energy efficiency and sustainability. As the city accelerates its transition toward greener infrastructure, innovations in technology will play a crucial role in transforming how buildings are designed, retrofitted, and maintained.

​This event will explore how public-private collaboration, alongside cutting-edge advancements in energy tech, can be leveraged to equip New Yorkers with the skills needed for high-quality jobs in this sector. By integrating emerging technologies—such as smart energy systems, AI-driven efficiency solutions, and next-generation materials—into workforce training, New York can not only meet the growing demand for sustainable building retrofits but also advance its climate and economic development goals.

​ Event Highlights:

​-Hear experts from the NYC Economic Development Corporation, the Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY), Building Skills NY, NYC Employment and Training Coalition, and other key stakeholders will discuss the policy landscape, funding mechanisms, and training initiatives necessary to build a robust workforce for sustainable building retrofits.

​-Graduates from Stacks+Joules, a leading workforce development organization specializing in building automation and energy efficiency training, will showcase live demonstrations of smart building technologies, highlighting the practical skills they have gained and the impact of workforce training on real-world applications.

​-Leaders from the real estate and tech sectors will discuss the hiring needs of the green economy, the role of automation and AI in sustainable building management, and opportunities for private investment in workforce training.

​-Attendees will have the chance to connect with policymakers, business leaders, workforce development experts, and program graduates to foster partnerships and explore potential collaborations.

​This event is an opportunity to be part of a critical conversation on workforce development, economic opportunity, and sustainability in New York City. Don’t miss this chance to help build a greener, more resilient future.

​We are grateful to the Heckscher Foundation for Children for generously sponsoring this event and supporting efforts.

​More details to follow—stay tuned!

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