The Dallas Office of Environmental Quality and Sustainability Green Jobs Skills program is an effort to advance goals set in the Comprehensive Environmental and Climate Action Plan (CECAP) that was adopted in May 2020. This road map outlines specific goals  to improve quality of life for all residents, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, prepare for the impacts of climate change and create a healthier and more prosperous community. Goal number one is for Dallas buildings to be energy-efficient and climate-resilient.

This pilot workforce development program empowers the Dallas workforce to increase their skill sets to fulfill high-demand green jobs. Climate Coordinator Rosaerlinda Cisneros says, “As we increase the interest in weatherization, energy efficiency and renewable options, we also want to make sure to fill the gaps in the green job work force. The implementation of green infrastructure across the country is creating the potential for a new wave of jobs.”

Participants qualify if they have general home improvement experience, are a Dallas resident, are eligible to work and have internet access. Accredited courses will be provided by the Santa Fe Community College Energy Smart Academy. Courses in the pilot phase of this program include Building Science Principles, Building Analyst, Retrofit Installer Technician and Energy Auditor.

Green Job Skills helps participants by increasing employment opportunities; providing a technical foundation to increase earning potential; adding green skills and knowledge; and placing them in the center of an incredible growth experience.

The application is a simple, mobile-friendly, one-page format that requires basic information such as contact details, experience and coursse requested at GreenJobSkills.com. For more information, call Cisneros at 214-670-1196 or email [email protected].