PG&E’s Energy Training Centers Offer Free Educational Resources

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Pacific Gas and Electric Company is expanding its energy efficiency training programs in response to California's projected 8% growth in the clean energy workforce. Through its Energy Training Centers, PG&E provides over 400 resources aimed at enhancing technical skills for architects, engineers, HVAC technicians, and building maintenance professionals. The new courses focus on electrification and advanced technologies such as induction cooking and heat pump systems, allowing workers to gain valuable skills at no cost.

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• Expansion of training programs to accommodate projected 8% workforce growth in California's clean energy sector.
• Access to over 400 educational resources at no cost, improving job prospects for participants.
• Introduction of new courses focusing on advanced technologies and electrification.

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Training in Energy Efficiency, Electrification and Decarbonization Gives Architects, Engineers, Building Maintenance Professionals, HVAC Technicians and Others a Competitive Advantage

OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- With California’s burgeoning energy efficiency, electrification and decarbonization workforce expected to grow at least 8 percent in coming years, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is helping ensure current and future workers are ready to succeed.

Through PG&E Energy Training Centers, California clean energy workers and jobseekers can access more than 400 educational resources to help expand their technical skills.

Programs include live, online energy efficiency classes led by experts in fields such as architecture, construction, maintenance, and homebuilding. The courses provide training in new technology and practical skills architects, engineers, HVAC technicians and others can apply on their jobs immediately.

“We are proud to provide those who design, build and operate buildings in California with a broad range of no-cost, high-quality training experiences that will help them participate to their fullest potential in achieving California's climate goals, expand their skills and advance along their own career pathway,” said Angela McDonald, Workforce Education & Training Manager

New courses added this year expand training on the benefits of electrification and advanced electric technology such as pump water heating, induction cooking and heat pump space heating and cooling.

Anyone can sign up for a free online course by visiting the Energy Centers catalog of classes.

The Energy Centers also offer resources for K-12 school programs, training to obtain certifications, and a free tool lending library for specific projects.

For more information, please contact energycenters@pge.com.

About PG&E

Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation (NYSE:PCG), is a combined natural gas and electric utility serving more than 16 million people across 70,000 square miles in Northern and Central California. For more information, visit pge.com and pge.com/news.

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FAQ

What is the focus of PG&E's new training programs in California?

PG&E's new training programs focus on energy efficiency, electrification, and advanced electric technologies to support California's growing clean energy workforce.

How many educational resources does PG&E offer for clean energy training?

PG&E offers over 400 educational resources through its Energy Training Centers for clean energy workers and job seekers.

What technologies are included in the new courses offered by PG&E?

The new courses include training on electrification, induction cooking, pump water heating, and heat pump space heating and cooling.

How can individuals sign up for PG&E's training courses?

Individuals can sign up for free online courses by visiting PG&E's Energy Training Centers catalog of classes.

What is the expected growth rate of California's energy efficiency workforce?

California's energy efficiency workforce is expected to grow at least 8 percent in the coming years.