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STEPS4GROWTH

What we do

STEPS4GROWTH is a comprehensive, clean energy program led by North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

The vision of the STEPS4GROWTH project is to develop a national model for local workforce development that creates an inclusive pipeline of professionals in Clean Energy through innovative partnerships and competency-based training, empowering individuals to attain Good Jobs and support sustainable career pathways with family-sustaining wages. 

Impacts

STEPS4GROWTH has connected over 500 people to new jobs in North Carolina since September 2022.

North Carolina Clean

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality has set a goal to reduce electric power sector greenhouse gas emissions by 70% below 2005 levels by 2030 and attain carbon neutrality by 2050.

Job Seekers – Educational Institutions - Employers

Creating a clean energy workforce requires inspired job seekers with the right skillset, dedicated educational partners who can ensure they are producing graduates for these good-paying jobs, and committed and innovative employers.

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Educational Partners: Transformative Curriculum Energizes Workforce

Twelve community colleges across four regions of the state are part of the STEPS4GROWTH program. They are working with us to create a curriculum and online courses that prepare students and provide the hands-on training they need for the readily expanding clean energy jobs.

Industry Partners: Designing a Clean Energy Tomorrow from Today

From large companies like Duke Energy to small, local HVAC companies, participants have a wide range of options for internships, earn-and-learn opportunities and part-time roles that can lead to full-time employment offerings after completing their training. Apprenticeships opportunities are also widely available.

TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials

“We have learned a lot about electric vehicles and chargers. I think this opens up a lot of job opportunities for someone who is looking to go into this field.”
K. ChristopherPre - Apprenticeship Program from Edgecombe Community College
“I have had a really great time being a part of this program and having the opportunity to work with Atom power. I have learned so much throughout my internship, and I have created some great relations here!”
J. RamseurIntern at Atom Power
“By being apart of the Steps4Growth program, I have been able to learn more about clean energy and have become more invested in EV and their components. I have considered to go into a field with EV.”
T. WARDPre - Apprenticeship Program from Wilson Community College

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This website was prepared by North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University using Federal funds under award ED22HDQ3070099 from the Economic Development Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce. The statements, findings, conclusions, and recommendations are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Economic Development Administration or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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