"IECRM partners with USGBC Colorado for a visionary job skill training program to elevate the green building skills of Colorado workers and keep them competitive in the marketplace. GPRO is a series of training courses and coordinated certificate exams that teach those who build, renovate, and maintain buildings the principles of sustainability combined with trade-specific green construction knowledge. GPRO was developed by the Urban Green Council chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the leading authority on efficient and affordable green buildings.
This course may be available FREE OF CHARGE! To see if you or your students qualify for tuition-paid training, contact IECRM at 303-853-4886 for assistance locating a State Workforce Center or click here to find the center nearest you. You will need to ask for the SESP Scholarship qualifications and mention this course specifically.
GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building
(Prerequisite course for all GPRO trade-specific courses)
Date: Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Time: 5pm to 9pm
Location: IECRM Denver Campus
Cost: $280 per attendee
Entry-level course to teach experienced professionals the basics of sustainability and green building. Course materials cover the "green gap" between standard trade skills and the new awareness and skills required to successfully implement green building. Individuals with experience in construction and building operations will have an advantage when taking this course, but anyone interested in green building is encouraged to participate. This course is accredited for USGBC LEED AP continuing education credits!
GPRO Electrical Systems
Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Time: 5:30pm to 9:30pm
Location: IECRM Denver Campus
Cost: $330 per attendee
IECRM and USGBC Colorado continue to lead the country in delivering this new, innovative training to electrical contractors! GPRO Electrical Systems expands on topics presented during the GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building course, and goes on to teach sustainable construction practices to workers in the electrical industry. Upon completion of this course, students will take an examination for certification as a GPRO accredited professional. This course is accredited for USGBC LEED AP continuing education credits!
To RSVP for these courses, go to www.iecrm.org/Courses.aspx. The deadline to register for GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green is September 30. The deadline date for GPRO Electrical Systems is October 14.
Independent Electrical Contractors - Rocky Mountain (IECRM)
480 East 76th Avenue, Building 5 / Denver, Colorado 80229 www.IECRM.org
Scholarship for New Sustainability Program at Daniels
The Daniels College of Business, Natural Capitalism Solutions, and CORE (Connected Organizations for a Responsible Economy), have partnered to offer a new certification program in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation.
The course will be taught by sustainability leader L. Hunter Lovins and clinical professor of leadership at the Daniels College of Business Scott McLagan. Participants will earn a Certificate in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation while gaining the knowledge and skills needed to implement an effective and profit-enhancing sustainability program for their organization.
The Colorado Workforce Centers and the State Energy Sector Partnership (SESP) are offering a select number of scholarships for the course, covering 75-100% of the program cost. There are up to 14 scholarships available, 9 of which are being offered exclusively to the Areospace, Energy, Clean Tech and IT industries in Boulder County.
Course Dates:
The course will run October 7th – November 19th, 2011 and includes 6 classroom days (48 contact hours), plus readings and discussion between classes. Classes will be held Fridays and Saturdays: October 7 & 8, October 21 & 22, and November 18 & 19, 8AM – 5PM, at the University of Denver campus. Parking and meals will be provided on class days.
Visit www.natcapsolutions.org/ducourse for more information
The course will be taught by sustainability leader L. Hunter Lovins and clinical professor of leadership at the Daniels College of Business Scott McLagan. Participants will earn a Certificate in Sustainability Leadership and Implementation while gaining the knowledge and skills needed to implement an effective and profit-enhancing sustainability program for their organization.
The Colorado Workforce Centers and the State Energy Sector Partnership (SESP) are offering a select number of scholarships for the course, covering 75-100% of the program cost. There are up to 14 scholarships available, 9 of which are being offered exclusively to the Areospace, Energy, Clean Tech and IT industries in Boulder County.
Course Dates:
The course will run October 7th – November 19th, 2011 and includes 6 classroom days (48 contact hours), plus readings and discussion between classes. Classes will be held Fridays and Saturdays: October 7 & 8, October 21 & 22, and November 18 & 19, 8AM – 5PM, at the University of Denver campus. Parking and meals will be provided on class days.
Visit www.natcapsolutions.org/ducourse for more information
Scholarships from National Center for Women in Information Technology
(Source: Internet Talk Radio http://www.w3w3.com/)
Below is an excerpt from the w3w3 website about scholarships available in the IT industry for young women. As with most industries there are many occupations that are considered green, including those in IT. Green data centers, for an example, are an excellent example of such a green job that transcends across both industries. Low energy/heat emitting servers servers are yet another IT related green product. The green job possibilities are endless...
"Talent Pipeline: Awards for Aspirations in Computing 1072_ 8/29/11 - Being the father of four daughters, Larry has a high interest in the National Center for Women in Information Technology. Ruthe Farmer, is the Director of Strategic Initiatives with NCWIT, which is a coalition of well over 250 organizations (corporations, K-12 organizations, universities) working together to increase women's participation in computing and IT. The program that Ruthe is talking about, NCWIT's 'talent pipeline program' called the Awards for Aspirations in Computing. "Which is an effort to find and recognize high school girls that are active in computing technology right now and have the greatest potential to go on and major in that field in college. Ruthe said they started the award program in 2007 with twelve girls. In 2008 they went national and today the national event serves 35 national winners and those come from the top one percent of all applicants. They get about 3000 applications from approximately 35 states, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. In 2011 NCWIT recognized 355 girls, and in the 2011-12 round they expect to recognize between 500 to 700 girls. Ruthe's long term goal is to have a thousand girls per year recognized in approximately 70 affiliates that would cover all 50 U.S. states, and then a pool of 10,000 girls." Larry asked, "Who are these young women, how do we recognize them, what would we be looking for?" Ruthe said, "They could be your daughter, niece, granddaughter, your neighbor's kid, your babysitter - it could be any girl... What we're looking for is any girl with aspirations and interest in computing. We're not looking for the rock star, top of her class, valedictorian.. We are looking for that little bit of interest and how we can foster it from here." At the national level, the prize is $500 cash, a laptop and a trip for two [the girl and a parent] to the Bank of America 'Technology Stars of the Future Gala' which is comparable to the Oscars. The NCWIT Academic Alliance is committed to 100 schools offering scholarships by this next year. The opportunities really are there, this is a beginning point for these girls. A quick note to teachers. We want all of your girls, not just your top students. Often with the word competition, teachers think I'll send someone who has a shot at winning. Really everyone has a shot because we're looking for aspirations. So ask all of them to apply." Pass this interview along to others you know would be interested... "
Below is an excerpt from the w3w3 website about scholarships available in the IT industry for young women. As with most industries there are many occupations that are considered green, including those in IT. Green data centers, for an example, are an excellent example of such a green job that transcends across both industries. Low energy/heat emitting servers servers are yet another IT related green product. The green job possibilities are endless...
"Talent Pipeline: Awards for Aspirations in Computing 1072_ 8/29/11 - Being the father of four daughters, Larry has a high interest in the National Center for Women in Information Technology. Ruthe Farmer, is the Director of Strategic Initiatives with NCWIT, which is a coalition of well over 250 organizations (corporations, K-12 organizations, universities) working together to increase women's participation in computing and IT. The program that Ruthe is talking about, NCWIT's 'talent pipeline program' called the Awards for Aspirations in Computing. "Which is an effort to find and recognize high school girls that are active in computing technology right now and have the greatest potential to go on and major in that field in college. Ruthe said they started the award program in 2007 with twelve girls. In 2008 they went national and today the national event serves 35 national winners and those come from the top one percent of all applicants. They get about 3000 applications from approximately 35 states, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. In 2011 NCWIT recognized 355 girls, and in the 2011-12 round they expect to recognize between 500 to 700 girls. Ruthe's long term goal is to have a thousand girls per year recognized in approximately 70 affiliates that would cover all 50 U.S. states, and then a pool of 10,000 girls." Larry asked, "Who are these young women, how do we recognize them, what would we be looking for?" Ruthe said, "They could be your daughter, niece, granddaughter, your neighbor's kid, your babysitter - it could be any girl... What we're looking for is any girl with aspirations and interest in computing. We're not looking for the rock star, top of her class, valedictorian.. We are looking for that little bit of interest and how we can foster it from here." At the national level, the prize is $500 cash, a laptop and a trip for two [the girl and a parent] to the Bank of America 'Technology Stars of the Future Gala' which is comparable to the Oscars. The NCWIT Academic Alliance is committed to 100 schools offering scholarships by this next year. The opportunities really are there, this is a beginning point for these girls. A quick note to teachers. We want all of your girls, not just your top students. Often with the word competition, teachers think I'll send someone who has a shot at winning. Really everyone has a shot because we're looking for aspirations. So ask all of them to apply." Pass this interview along to others you know would be interested... "
Energy Training Opportunties in Denver
Everblue is excited to announce full training scholarships for any Everblue course offered in Denver, CO. These scholarships are limited to 15 students per class and eligible to Colorado residents who are working in the emerging green industry or who have attained future employment in the emerging green industry!
Limited seating available - Click Here to Enroll
Funding is provided by the Colorado State Energy Sector partnership (SESP) grant, a workforce education grant funded through the US Department of Labor. Anyone registering for the courses may be eligible for a full scholarship! Earn one of the building industry's respected credentials, completely free. Everblue has several upcoming courses in Denver, Colorado. Click here to see a listing of scheduled courses.
Here are some of our upcoming Denver, CO courses
BPI Building Analyst Sep 19-23 Click here to apply for full scholarship
BPI Envelope Professional Sep 21-23 Click here to apply for full scholarship
LEED Green Associate Aug 24-25 Click here to apply for full scholarship
RESNET HERS Rater Aug 29-Sep 2 Click here to apply for full scholarship
Solar PV Associate Sep 26-28 Click here to apply for full scholarship
Solar Contractor Series Sep 26-Oct 1 Click here to apply for full scholarship
These fully funded courses range in value from $595-2795. Your travel to Denver, CO will likely be significantly less than paying full tuition price anywhere else.
Limited seating available - Click Here to Enroll.
ABOUT BPI CERTIFICATION
Everblue's BPI Certification training courses are ideal for energy auditors, energy contractors and energy performance professionals. Whether you are a beginner or industry veteran, these courses will help you master the essentials of residential and multi-family energy efficiency.
ABOUT EVERBLUE
Everblue Training Institute, a Veteran owned business, specializes in green jobs and sustainable development training and certification. Everblue is proud to offer an extensive curriculum that includes multiple BPI, Weatherization, RESNET, LEED, Solar, and Corporate Sustainability training and certifications. We offer exceptional education, no exceptions.
Click here for Everblue's complete course catalog.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions regarding our courses. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Sincerely,
Everblue Training Institute - Building Earth's Sustainable Workforce
Limited seating available - Click Here to Enroll
Funding is provided by the Colorado State Energy Sector partnership (SESP) grant, a workforce education grant funded through the US Department of Labor. Anyone registering for the courses may be eligible for a full scholarship! Earn one of the building industry's respected credentials, completely free. Everblue has several upcoming courses in Denver, Colorado. Click here to see a listing of scheduled courses.
Here are some of our upcoming Denver, CO courses
BPI Building Analyst Sep 19-23 Click here to apply for full scholarship
BPI Envelope Professional Sep 21-23 Click here to apply for full scholarship
LEED Green Associate Aug 24-25 Click here to apply for full scholarship
RESNET HERS Rater Aug 29-Sep 2 Click here to apply for full scholarship
Solar PV Associate Sep 26-28 Click here to apply for full scholarship
Solar Contractor Series Sep 26-Oct 1 Click here to apply for full scholarship
These fully funded courses range in value from $595-2795. Your travel to Denver, CO will likely be significantly less than paying full tuition price anywhere else.
Limited seating available - Click Here to Enroll.
ABOUT BPI CERTIFICATION
Everblue's BPI Certification training courses are ideal for energy auditors, energy contractors and energy performance professionals. Whether you are a beginner or industry veteran, these courses will help you master the essentials of residential and multi-family energy efficiency.
ABOUT EVERBLUE
Everblue Training Institute, a Veteran owned business, specializes in green jobs and sustainable development training and certification. Everblue is proud to offer an extensive curriculum that includes multiple BPI, Weatherization, RESNET, LEED, Solar, and Corporate Sustainability training and certifications. We offer exceptional education, no exceptions.
Click here for Everblue's complete course catalog.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions regarding our courses. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Sincerely,
Everblue Training Institute - Building Earth's Sustainable Workforce
Energy Jobs on ConnectingColorado.com
ConnectingColorado.com, a job bank created and maintained by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, now has a search feature for Energy jobs!
To see current job openings in Energy, use the Jobseeker's Quick Search feature and select Energy Industry from the list of Industry Specific Jobs (under "Other Criteria" at the bottom of the search form).
To see current job openings in Energy, use the Jobseeker's Quick Search feature and select Energy Industry from the list of Industry Specific Jobs (under "Other Criteria" at the bottom of the search form).
Aviation / Airport Jobs
Why, you ask, is such post in this blog? Because, I answer, I have a new assignment at Denver International Airport. Unfortunately, now I won't be able to devote as much time to this energy blog but will continue to update it as much as possible. With over 18,000 blog visitors since its inception, I'm happy to report that interest in Colorado's Energy Careers remains robust and is thriving; I hope to continue helping to inform and make connections.
There's even a connection between Energy and DIA: the airport receives royalties from oil and gas well production on airport property (tapping into the Niobrara play) , as well as its environmental sustainability and three solar installations (learn more by selecting the Green videos at this site or visiting their Environmental page.)
In the meantime, if you're curious about job opportunities at DIA please follow me on Twitter @DIAjobs.
Best wishes to you in your job search!
LEED and Wind Turbine training grants
UPDATE!
The Green Careers for Coloradans program has successfully trained nearly 2000 individuals in courses related to Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy! And we’re still not done--we have a few more courses left:
Residential Wind Turbine- Ideal course for those with an electrical background.
LEED Green Associate Exam Prep course- although ANYONE with an interest in learning about LEED Rating is welcome, this is an ideal course for those interested or have a background in the building and design side of construction.
Applicants must be registered as a Jobseeker on www.connectingcolorado.com, have a CareerReady Colorado Certificate (reserve a seat to take the assessment at Denver Training & Assessment Division, 720.865.5580), and have a construction background. If you meet these criteria, please call for prescreening and enrollment, 720.865.5628.
The Green Careers for Coloradans program has successfully trained nearly 2000 individuals in courses related to Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy! And we’re still not done--we have a few more courses left:
Residential Wind Turbine- Ideal course for those with an electrical background.
LEED Green Associate Exam Prep course- although ANYONE with an interest in learning about LEED Rating is welcome, this is an ideal course for those interested or have a background in the building and design side of construction.
Applicants must be registered as a Jobseeker on www.connectingcolorado.com, have a CareerReady Colorado Certificate (reserve a seat to take the assessment at Denver Training & Assessment Division, 720.865.5580), and have a construction background. If you meet these criteria, please call for prescreening and enrollment, 720.865.5628.
Training Grants: Green Careers for Coloradans
GREEN CAREERS FOR COLORADANS (GCC) can help you prepare for a great career in the Renewable Energy (RE) & Energy Efficiency (EE) Industries!
WHAT IS GCC?
Green Careers for Coloradans (GCC) is a two year American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) grant from the U.S. Department of Labor awarded to Labor’s Community Agency, Inc. to provide Green training and certification opportunities for qualified individuals. The training offered will allow workers to upgrade existing skills, gain industry-endorsed green certifications, and/or basic skills development. GCC will also increase opportunities to enroll in Registered Building Trades Apprenticeships, as a step on the Green Career ladder.
TRAINING AVAILABLE:
- Fundamentals of Energy Efficiency iCAST 40 hrs
- BPI (Entry Level) iCAST 2 weeks
- BPI (Experienced Construction Worker) Community College of Denver 2 weeks
- NABCEP- Letter of Completion Quinntas Renewable Energy 56 hrs
- LEED- Green Associate Exam Prep Class Associated General Contractors 8 hrs
- LEED- AP & Specialty Exams
- Associated General Contractors 1 day/ 8hrs & 6 weeks on-line study
- Intro to Small Wind Systems Advanced Energy Systems 40 hrs
- Trades Math Community College of Denver 24 classroom hrs
In addition to training, some participants maybe eligible for other services such as assistance with:
- Preparing a Resume
- Writing a Cover Letter
- Building Interview and Networking Skills
- Identifying Job Leads
- Transportation Assistance
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
- Employed construction workers
- Unemployed construction workers
- Individuals who have completed construction-related training
HOW DOES IIT WORK? It’s Simple!
GCC applicants should inquire about this opportunity at their local Workforce Center. Your local Workforce Center can refer you to the GCC Workforce Services Coordinator for screening Must have/will take the Career Ready Certification through a Workforce Center. If you meet the basic criteria, you will be referred for enrollment preparation. That’s it…You are on your way to securing a great career in RE or EE.
For more information, contact the GCC Workforce System Coordinator, Leanna Salas 720.865.5628
Green Careers Website
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment has launched a new Green Careers Website! The site is designed to educate visitors on green jobs that are available, and why green jobs are important to the prosperity of our state. It has tools to assist in creating a job action plan to determine your next steps, as well as a self-assessment checklist so visitors can compare their skills and interests against some of Colorado's fast growing green industries. Visit the Green Careers Website to get started.
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