Building Training and Assessment Centers
Stored: Building Training and Assessment Centers
| Type | Program |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Organization | Office of State and Community Energy Programs |
| Top Organization | Department of Energy |
| Creation Legislation | Bipartisan Infrastructure Law |
| Website | Website |
| Purpose | To establish centers at higher education institutions for training building performance professionals in deploying modern energy-efficient technologies, focusing on small businesses and K-12 schools. It aims to prepare a skilled workforce to reduce carbon footprints through energy efficiency.[1] |
| Program Start | 2023 |
| Initial Funding | $10 million[2] |
| Duration | Indefinite |
| Historic | No |
Building Training and Assessment Centers (BTACs) are designed to educate and train building performance professionals at institutions of higher education, focusing on the deployment of modern energy-efficient technologies in small businesses and K-12 schools. The program seeks to cultivate a skilled workforce capable of reducing carbon footprints through enhanced energy efficiency practices.[3]
Goals
- Train professionals in energy-efficient building technologies.[4]
- Support small businesses and educational institutions in adopting energy efficiency.
- Promote job creation and career development in the clean energy sector.
Organization
BTACs are managed by the Office of State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP) within the U.S. Department of Energy. Funding is distributed through grants to eligible higher education institutions, where centers are established. These centers are led by academic and industry experts in energy efficiency.
The leader of each center might hold titles like **Director of BTAC** or **Program Coordinator**.
Partners
- No specific partnerships are listed, but BTACs collaborate with local businesses, schools, and community organizations.
History
The Building Training and Assessment Centers were authorized under the **Bipartisan Infrastructure Law** in 2021, with funding announcements made in 2023. This initiative expands on previous efforts like the Industrial Assessment Centers by focusing specifically on building energy efficiency. BTACs have been established to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the energy sector, especially with the push towards net-zero buildings.
Funding
The program started with an initial funding of $10 million announced in 2023 for the establishment of the centers.[5] This funding supports the creation and initial operation of the centers, with potential for further funding based on performance and need.
Implementation
Implementation includes:
- Grant distribution to selected higher education institutions to establish BTACs.
- Development of curricula focused on energy efficiency and modern building technologies.
- Engagement with local communities for practical training and assessment opportunities.
BTACs are designed to be an ongoing initiative, adapting to new technologies and training needs.
Related
External links
- https://www.energy.gov/scep/building-training-and-assessment-centers
- wikipedia:Building Training and Assessment Centers
Social media
- No specific social media accounts for BTACs; follow the Department of Energy for updates.
References
- ↑ "Building Training and Assessment Centers". https://www.energy.gov/scep/building-training-and-assessment-centers. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
- ↑ "DOE Announces $10 Million to Establish Building Training and Assessment Centers". https://www.energy.gov/scep/articles/doe-announces-10-million-establish-building-training-and-assessment-centers. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
- ↑ "Building Training and Assessment Centers". https://www.energy.gov/scep/building-training-and-assessment-centers. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
- ↑ "Building Training and Assessment Centers". https://www.energy.gov/scep/building-training-and-assessment-centers. Retrieved January 30, 2025.
- ↑ "DOE Announces $10 Million to Establish Building Training and Assessment Centers". https://www.energy.gov/scep/articles/doe-announces-10-million-establish-building-training-and-assessment-centers. Retrieved January 30, 2025.