Workforce Training
Workforce Training
WERiSE: Home Energy Renovation
WERiSE envisions a future where the energy burdens are reduced for those most impacted by the high cost of energy bills. We strive to Weatherize Every Residence in the Southeast and beyond.
WERiSE’s mission is to launch a movement for home energy efficiency by teaching practical home energy renovation improvements. Through this work, we aim to improve the economic well being and personal health of families and communities while helping to slow climate change.
GRID Alternatives
GRID Alternatives brings solar power and clean energy training directly into communities that need it most. By installing renewable energy systems for underserved households and providing hands-on training for local trainees, GRID creates pathways to careers in the clean energy economy while reducing energy costs for families.
In partnership with CAST and LBC, GRID is building an on-site solar lab and classroom that will serve as a hub for practical learning, community engagement, and workforce development, helping turn sustainability into action that benefits both people and the planet.
Breaking Barriers Through Deconstruction
In 2023, LBC partnered with community, nonprofit, and educational organizations to launch Breaking Barriers Through Deconstruction, a paid green workforce training program designed for individuals facing barriers to employment.
Participants gain hands-on experience and industry-recognized certifications, preparing them for long-term, living-wage careers in deconstruction, construction, remodeling, and facility management.
Participants Receive Training In:
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Deconstruction
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Home repair & weatherization
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Energy efficiency
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Career advancement skills
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Financial literacy
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OSHA 10 safety certification
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GPRO certification in high-performance construction
Beyond workforce development, Breaking Barriers Through Deconstruction strengthens community resilience by advancing a circular, restorative approach to material reuse.