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The Morrisville State College Renewable Energy Training Center (RETC) provides technical short courses for employed and unemployed individuals seeking marketable skills in the renewable energy field. The RETC is an alliance of employers, training providers, economic development partners, and K-12 schools to address long-term and short-term needs of New York State's renewable energy sector. Course curricula are based upon employer-identified skill gaps and needs. RETC courses are available for all skill levels and those with previous training. Training sessions focus on renewable energy resources and systems, including wind, solar, micro hydro, geothermal and biofuels.

The RETC is funded through a $2 million grant awarded under the President's Community-based Job Training Grants, as implemented by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Scholarships are available for qualified individuals to defer some of the training course costs.

The Central New York Region has significant natural capital to fuel a renewable energy industry, including wind, solar, hydro, geothermal and biofuels. These industries require a skilled workforce from local communities to succeed. The success of these industries will boost the regional economy and reduce the energy requirements met with non-renewable resources.

Morrisville State College is an EEO/AA employer.