Four-day training in Bellingham in April for $50 registration
The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) announces Energy Efficiency Retrofit Technician training for currently employed or recently unemployed contractors and builders. This training will stimulate green jobs, drive market transformation, and improve energy efficiency in new and existing homes.
In partnership with, and with a grant from, the Northwest Workforce Council, the EDC will offer the training through the Building Performance Center (BPC) in Bellingham, WA. The workshop will be held over four days at the BPC in Bellingham, from April 18th through the 21st.
The training will touch on energy-efficiency strategies, systematic home assessments and repairs, and energy retrofit analyses. Participants will leave with certification as Energy Efficiency Retrofit Technicians.
Class size is limited to 12 participants. Please contact the EDC by March 18 to reserve a space: 360-378-2906 or email info@sanjuansedc.org. The $500/person cost of the training has been entirely underwritten by the grant from the Northwest Workforce Council; contractors are required to pay only a $50 non-refundable deposit when reserving their space. More information: www.sanjuansedc.org/energy_training.htm
The Building Performance Center provides a wide spectrum of technical training geared towards diagnosing problems associated with the indoor living environment, energy efficiency, building durability and occupant comfort. For more information on the Building Performance Center: https://bpc.oppco.org
The Northwest Workforce Council advocates for regional workforce needs, works to build a skilled workforce, invests in training, and targets industry sectors through collaborative partnerships and resource investment of training dollars. Additionally, they oversee WorkSource centers in Northwest Washington, including the Career Center at 540 Guard Street in Friday Harbor. For more information on the Northwest Workforce Council: www.nwboard.org, or please contact Minnie Knych at the Career Center, 360-378-4662.
The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) strives to strengthen and diversify the economy of San Juan County. We believe a strong economy builds a strong community. The EDC works to build an environment that helps business owners create jobs. We serve business: linking organizations and resources, providing valuable information, rendering assistance and advocating for an improved island business environment.
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