The bill establishes the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center's (MassCEC) FY25 state budget reporting requirements and funding allocations for workforce development programs in the clean energy sector. It creates the Clean Energy Investment Fund, which will allocate $20 million for workforce development and emissions reduction initiatives in energy, transportation, and buildings, in line with the Massachusetts clean energy and climate plan for 2050. By April 3, 2025, the executive office is required to report to the house and senate committees on the number of funded workforce development programs, the individuals served, and progress towards the 2050 climate goals.
Additionally, the bill introduces specific programs such as Offshore Wind Works and Climate-Critical Training Grants, aimed at training a diverse workforce for the offshore wind industry and clean energy sector. It includes funding for clean transportation initiatives, such as enhancing electric vehicle charging accessibility and supporting decarbonization projects for Regional Transit Authorities. The bill also promotes the electrification of school buses and residential buildings, with funding for school bus fleet electrification and a Home Modernization Navigator Program to assist underserved residents in transitioning to electric heating and renewable energy solutions. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance access to clean energy technologies and promote equitable solutions for all communities in Massachusetts.