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This document summarizes the work of Co-op Power, a non-profit organization focused on creating green jobs and sustainable energy solutions. Co-op Power operates green jobs training programs that place low-income individuals in clean energy careers. It also supports the development of renewable energy and energy efficiency projects across Western Massachusetts. Through their work, Co-op Power aims to address economic, social, and environmental justice issues. Their green jobs training programs have helped over 170 individuals receive certifications and many have found long-term employment in the sustainable energy field.
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- 2. } A multi-class,multi-racial movement for a sustainable and just energy future } A consumer-owned member cooperative
- 3. } A regionalnetwork of local communities working to address energy priorities within each respective geographic area Franklin Cty Hampshire Cty Hampden Cty Worcester Boston Metro East
- 4. } Equitable andJust ◦ Economic Justice ◦ Environmental Justice ◦ Social Justice } Sustainable ◦ Economic Sustainability ◦ Environmental Sustainability ◦ Social Sustainability
- 5. 1. Create community-ownedgreen jobs and green businesses, especially in limited resource communities and communities of color 2. Reduce our energy use by 80% 3. Build community-owned renewable energy, district heating and co-gen resources that are available to everyone in a community
- 6. Leveraged support from472 member-owners in 6 Local Organizing Councils to: } Support the start-up of 10 clean energy businesses } Launch 3 Co-op Power Weatherization crews, 2 in Hatfield, one in Hyde Park } Develop infrastructure for Northeast Biodiesel in Greenfield, scheduled to launch in fall 2014 } Develop Community Shared Solar Program for fall 2014 launch
- 7. } Supported thepurchase and installation of the Brattleboro Food Co-op’s 32 KWH Solar array } Facilitated 85 Solar Hot Water system installations
- 8. } Facilitated 10Sustainability Summits, quarterly leadership retreats, and other capacity building events
- 9. Green Jobs Programparticipants share about their experiences at the 2014 Sustainability Summit
- 10. Began in 2009with Roots Up Training Program in Holyoke Ø Collaboration with Nuestras Raices, a community-based organization serving Holyoke’s Puerto Rican community Ø Two 6 month training cohorts over 2 years § GED training § Life skills management & professionalism § Hands-on technical skills in Weatherization & Solar Hot Water
- 11. Ø ALL 28participants graduated from the training program in 2 years Ø 7 graduates hired by Co-op Power and Energia, a Holyoke energy efficiency start- up launched by Co-op Power and Nuestras Raices Ø Total employment placement rate of 63%
- 12. } Continued focuson target populations of low-income young people and out-of-work adults, with particular interest in addressing the needs of people of color in these groups } Shorter trainings, more geared to the development of specific job skills } Non-cohort based model } Industry-driven } Job-centered } Currently, Co-op Power serves as a liason between qualified jobseekers and employers, providing referrals and trainings as needed
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- 14. } In-person careerplanning session } Resume review & editing support } Professional interview practice } Intro to Green Jobs & Energy Efficiency overview workshop } Referrals to employers with job openings } Troubleshooting issues with transportation, childcare, job search process
- 16. } Community-based organizationsand educational institutions refer potential GJP candidates } (Career Centers, Adult Education Programs, Community Colleges, other Job Training programs) } Participating employers inform Co-op Power about job openings, request referrals, and inform training schedule according to fluctuating needs } Co-op Power provides trainings directly with support of expert consultants or facilitates registration through other training institutions
- 17. 10/8/14 17 RESIDENTIAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY Wx work improves the efficiency of the largest energy user. Insulation and air sealing are two important steps in this process. Source: Dept. of Energy
- 18. } Communication } Safework practices ◦ PPE, first aid, OSHA compliance ◦ Hand and power tool use ◦ Lead-safe, etc hazard conditions identification } Air sealing ◦ Material selection and application, access and/or repair of installation sites ◦ Use of blower door to quantify, qualify air leakage } Insulation ◦ Material properties and installation techniques – Attics, walls, enclosed spaces ◦ Hazards associated with installation (ie knob and tube wiring, structural damage)
- 19. Weatherization Career Pathway MassCAP2010 adapted from Annie E. Casey Foundation, 2009 Weatherization Installer Weatherization Crew Chief Weatherization Auditor Weatherization Contractor Competencies/Skills Competencies/Skills Competencies/Skills Competencies/Skills • Read & write legibly • Basic verbal skills • Basic construction knowledge • Basic computer skills • HS diploma/GED preferred Training/experience in: • Air sealing • Duct sealing • Insulation • Basic-load measures (Training is often done on the job) All Installer skills plus training or experience in: • Project management (specific to crew of installers) • Training (including adult learning concepts) • Diagnostic Testing • Combustion Appliance Safety • Code Requirements • Inspection & Measurements All Crew Chief Skills (other than project management) plus training or experience in: • Measure Selection • Work Space Development • May be required to have Building Performance Institute (BPI) Certification All Auditor skills plus training or experience in: Business Management (maintain required licenses, insurance, employment practices, bidding, negotiations, etc.)
- 20. } Good GreenJobs Program trained more than 170 individuals over 5 years in diverse range of offerings including: ü Intro to Energy Efficiency & Green Jobs ü Intro to Weatherization ü Weatherization Installer ü Crew Chief Training ü BPI Building Analyst Prep ü OSHA10 ü Lead-Safe Renovation ü Conservation Code Overview ü High-Performance, Energy Efficient Green Heating Systems ü Solar Hot Water Installation ü Advanced Air Sealing
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- 22. } Of the99 POP participants, 78 (79%) completed On-The-Job (OJT) training with an employer } Of the 99 POP participants, 59 of them (60%) completed at least 2 quarters of unsubsidized employment following OJT } 42% of GJP participants continue to work in Green Jobs obtained during Co-op Power Green Jobs Program } 27% of participants placed in OJTs received raises and/or promotions during this period
- 23. } MassSAVE programoffers free energy assessments, zero-interest loans, and incentives to homeowners to do energy efficiency upgrades } There are more than 100 small contractors working in the MassSAVE program } Constant demand and frequent employee turnover necessitate ongoing energy efficiency training } Incumbent workers need additional training and certification to take on higher levels of responsibility
- 25. } ARRA PathwaysOut of Poverty 2009-2010 (Roots Up training Program) } Montague Community Block Grant } Community Fund of Western MA } Mass Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) Pathways Out of Poverty 2011-2012 } MassCEC Pathways Out of Poverty 2013-2014
- 26. Presented by Laura Porter GoodGreen Jobs Coordinator laura@cooppower.coop 413-349-4973