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Solar energy boom in New York creates demand for skilled labor

13WHAM-TV · last updated

Union carpenters in New York are taking proactive steps to address the increasing demand for a skilled renewable energy workforce.

On Thursday, they hosted solar training sessions for local workers, equipping them with the necessary skills for some of the state’s largest solar construction projects.

Among these projects is the Cider Solar initiative in Genesee County, the largest solar project in New York.

The training aims to provide workers with the expertise needed to contribute effectively to such significant undertakings.

The initiative is also seen as a beacon of hope for those seeking new opportunities in the renewable energy sector.



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