Demand Assessment for Green Construction Training

Green Workforce Demand Assessment for

Lumber River Regional Construction Sector Bladen | Hoke | Robeson | Scotland

Lumber River Workforce Development Board

Green Team

1

Table of Contents

Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................................................1

Purpose....................................................................................................................................................................2

Background ............................................................................................................................................................2

Definition of Terms ................................................................................................................................................2

Objectives................................................................................................................................................................2

Methodology ...........................................................................................................................................................3

Assessment Overview.............................................................................................................................................3

Interpreting Survey Data ......................................................................................................................................4

Key Findings from Survey ....................................................................................................................................4

Qualitative Feedback .............................................................................................................................................4

Assessment of Green Construction Trainings .....................................................................................................5

Energy Efficient Building, Weatherization, Retrofit, Rating & Assessment Trainings ......................................................... 5

In-Door Environmental Quality Trainings ........................................................................................................................... 6

Deconstruction, Waste Reduction & Materials Use / Re-use Trainings ............................................................................. 7

Water / Waste-Water Trainings .......................................................................................................................................... 7

Renewable Power Trainings ................................................................................................................................................ 8

Other Trainings ......................................................................................................................................................8

Capacity Building, Job Placement & Job Creation ............................................................................................8

Community College Snapshot ...............................................................................................................................9

Bladen Community College ................................................................................................................................................. 9

Richmond Community College ............................................................................................................................................ 9

Robeson Community College .............................................................................................................................................. 9

Sandhills Community College ............................................................................................................................................ 10

Conclusion ............................................................................................................................................................10

Prospective Training Timeline............................................................................................................................11

Appendix ......................................................................................................................................................... 13-19

A. Green Construction Survey Results ....................................................................................................................... 13-17

B. NCESC Data Table ....................................................................................................................................................... 18

C. EMSI Occupation Reports: .......................................................................................................................................... 19

a. Energy Efficiency ............................................................................................................... Attached Separately

b. Solar Power ....................................................................................................................... Attached Separately

2

Green Workforce Demand Assessment for

Lumber River Regional Construction Sector

Bladen | Hoke | Robeson | Scotland

Completed: March 11, 2011

Purpose

The primary purpose of this Assessment is to determine the demand for green construction skills from regional

employers so that training opportunities (leading to industry-recognized certifications) can be created that best

meet both the immediate and projected workforce needs of individuals and businesses that are working or

intend to expand into these sectors.

Background

The Lumber River Workforce Development Board (LRWDB) is participating as one of four project teams in the

State Energy Sector Partnership (SESP) grant. Funds are provided by the American Recovery and Reinvestment

Act (ARRA) and were awarded to the LRWDB by the North Carolina Department of Commerce. By January

2013, the grant intends to serve a minimum of 210 participants in the green construction and sustainable

agriculture sectors by paying for training costs (e.g. tuition, fees, supplies, etc), paid work experience (i.e.

internships, apprenticeships, or OJT), and if necessary, support services (e.g. travel, child care, etc). Of the 210

participants, a minimum of 135 will receive training and credentials in a green construction related field. This

Assessment deals exclusively with the green construction component of the grant.

Definition of Terms

For the purposes of this grant, the term “Green Construction” may include the following sectors and sub-

sectors: energy-efficient / high-performance building, weatherization (Wx), energy retrofit, rating and

assessment industries serving residential, commercial or industrial sectors; in-door environmental quality

related to mold abatement, lead paint or asbestos remediation; deconstruction, waste reduction, and materials

use / re-use industries; water and waste water management (non-municipal); manufacturers that produce

sustainable products using environmentally sustainable processes and materials; and energy efficient and

advanced drive train vehicle industries.

Objectives

Assessing the skills, credentials and workforce needs of existing construction professionals in our region is a

critical component in determining the best demand-driven blend of training opportunities pertaining to green

construction.

The Assessment was conducted to achieve the following objectives:

Assess contractors’ training needs and demand for green construction skills from our workforce

Determine the specific trainings and certifications that would meet those needs

Formulate a Plan of Action with regional educational institutions and / or other training providers

Gather information from contractors and construction-related businesses to develop a collaborative

network of resources and tools that can be utilized to support the growth of these sectors

3

Methodology

Our team engaged contractors and businesses across Bladen, Hoke, Robeson, and Scotland Counties with

different methods including: presentations to both Robeson and Scotland Home Builders Associations (HBAs);

creating and distributing nearly 150 Green Construction Surveys by mail and email; conducting individual

interviews by telephone and personally visiting numerous contractors. Contractors from all trades (e.g.

electrical, mechanical, plumbing, etc) and all segments (residential, commercial, industrial) were included

(Survey Q1) because each has unique relevance among the diversity of green construction sectors. A wide-

range in the size of businesses that responded (based on number of workers employed) was another diversifying

element of the Assessment (Survey Q10). From these efforts, we were able to gather the qualitative feedback

and quantitative metrics necessary to meet the objectives previously stated.

Assessment Overview

The results suggest that there is a lack of exposure to green construction skills among the region’s workforce,

mostly stemming from a lack of demand for those products and services. From conducting the survey and

speaking with a wide range of construction professionals across our four counties, it is evident that the

economic downturn has contributed to a severe slowdown in construction related activities – especially new

construction.1 For most contractors, the majority of their current revenue is derived from renovations and

remodeling. A prudent training initiative would have to respond to that reality by shifting emphasis towards

those labor skills. With green construction, that translates into building performance contracting, energy-

efficient retrofits, weatherization, home energy upgrades and other skill sets that address renovation work to

existing buildings. Specific trainings are discussed later in this report.

The cost premium (or perceived costs) of green products or services was cited as a driving factor for the lack of

“green” projects in the region. That sentiment alone highlights the problematic nature of how “green” is

defined, since the return-on-investment (or payback period) varies greatly depending on both the type and

application of that particular product or service. Many “green” products and services do have an associated up

front cost that can often be offset with federal and state tax incentives (or direct rebates). Basic payback

calculations for home energy upgrades clearly support these initiatives. And when fully realized, these

incentives can make photovoltaic (PV) systems an attractive investment. However, many consumers around our

region on average have little or no discretionary income and are being more conservative with spending habits,

which obviously leads to less demand for higher cost-related items (e.g. PV systems). This too will influence

the focus of training away from renewable energy technologies (typically more costly) and more in the direction

of energy efficiency. With the cost of energy on the rise once again, consumers are looking for ways to reduce

their utility and heating bills.2

The cost of training was also one of the main reasons many companies have not upgraded their workforce with

these skills. Most of the companies surveyed (89%), or interviewed in person, expressed interest in participating

in a program where the costs were lower or subsidized, and the training schedule flexible. Despite contractors

admitting that it is difficult to justify the training expense due to the low, or niche demand for some of these

skills, there were glaring exceptions. For example, a prominent HVAC company that operates both in and

outside our region has experienced a 10-fold increase in the number of geothermal heat pumps installed, as well

as a similar increase in solar panel (PV) systems for homes in recent years. The company went on to say that as

people become more educated regarding the systems (including the associated tax incentives) and the economy

1 Between 2007-2009, applications for building permits declined by greater than 50% (Robeson) according to the Robeson County

Building Inspection Office. 2 See EIA: http://www.eia.doe.gov/steo/gifs/Fig23.gif

4

recovers, they expect a significant increase in demand for those types of systems. Such evidence helps to

legitimize the need to diversify the overall scope of training opportunities. The latter half of this Assessment

describes and recommends such a blend of trainings for our region’s workforce.

Interpreting Survey Data

When analyzing the survey results, it is important to note that the scope of possible trainings and certifications

was narrower (i.e. primarily focused on energy efficient / green building) than how the term “green

construction” is defined on page one. This is due primarily to the early development of the survey itself where

other certifications (e.g. ABPA Back-flow Preventer) were not yet considered. Simplicity and practicality were

also factors in constructing a survey that addressed the grant’s core focus and was concise enough to complete

in a reasonable amount of time for business leaders.

Key Findings from Survey

Roughly half of respondents (49%) said they would hire, or likely hire, workers that have advanced /

green construction certifications (Survey Q4).

89% would definitely / likely have current employees trained in advanced / green certification

programs, if the training costs were covered (Survey Q6).

Approximately 1 in 4 companies surveyed said they perform or offer energy efficiency products or

green services (Survey Q2) but few (<10% on average) actually possessed an industry-recognized

certification (Survey Q3).

LEED Certification was the most recognizable green certification. GreenAdvantage was the least

recognizable certifications (Survey Q3).

Close to 60% of respondents cited cost, lack of skilled workers, lack of demand, and equipment

costs as inhibitors to hiring workers with those skills. 70% cited lack of demand as the main barrier

to hiring those individuals (Survey Q5).

Over 70% of survey respondents stated that cost of training / recertification was the main barrier to

training their current workforce in these skills, followed closely by time away from work and a lack

of demand for those skills (Survey Q7).

Over 87% felt flexible classroom scheduling, flexible field testing, paid apprenticeships, and/or

subsidized on-the-job-training would be beneficial to their company (Survey Q9).

Qualitative Feedback

The insight gained from phone and in-person interviews was without question the most valuable source of

information for this Assessment. Although there were clear consistencies found between the survey and

interviews, when speaking outside the limited view of the survey, contractors revealed a more amiable

perspective towards green sector opportunities as well as showing a strong interest in several different

construction-related trainings that fall within the grant’s scope of allowable trainings (e.g. lead paint abatement

certifications). Those consistencies coupled with a few exceptions that surfaced throughout the Assessment,

point toward a more complete picture of what the immediate and projected demand for green construction

training looks like around our region. The following section addresses these specific trainings; the

corresponding certification; and additional information that will be useful to our local community colleges,

training providers, employers, key stakeholders, JobLink centers, and others involved in creating these training

opportunities around our region.

5

Assessment of Green Construction Trainings

Energy-efficient building, Weatherization (Wx), Energy Retrofit, Rating and Assessment Industries

Institute: Building Performance Institute (BPI)

Certification(s): Building Analyst (BA)

Envelope (Env)

Weatherization Technician (Wx Tech / WHALC)

Relevant Trades: HVAC / mechanical, Insulators, General Contractors, remodelers

Nearest Provider: Richmond Community College (Laurinburg)3; Central Carolina Community College

(Sanford); Cape Fear Green Building Alliance (Wilmington)

Pre-requisite: Construction experience recommended; high school math competency

Course Format: 32 class hours; 8 hours field testing

Costs: $500 Field Exam & Test Fees; does not include training

Re-Certification: 3 years ($200)

Webpage: http://www.bpi.org/

Demand Response: BPI is a nationally recognized leader in home performance training. Participants gain

skills to work in weatherization programs, assess building performance, energy auditing,

remediation, and execute job site fixes. With renovation and remodeling accounting for

the vast majority of construction in our region, these skills offer contractors new and

advanced training necessary to meet customers’ needs for greater energy efficiency and

home performance.

Institute: NCCER

Certification(s): Intro to Wx → Wx Tech Level 1 → Building Auditor Level 2 or Wx Crew Chief

Fundamentals of Weatherization (90hrs, includes NCCER Core)

Relevant Trades: HVAC, carpentry, renovators, and other general construction trades

Nearest Provider: Robeson Community College4; Pitt Community College

Pre-requisite: Construction experience not required for Fundamentals of Wx

Course Format: 90 hours (Wx Fundamentals); 17.5 hours (Intro); 145 hours (Wx Tech) 162 hours (Wx

Crew Chief); 172 hours (Building Auditor)

Costs: $62 trainee guide/text; course cost dependent on college

Re-Certification: 12 hours of CE credits every 2 years

Webpage: http://www.nccer.org/green.aspx

Demand Response: This is a completely new training curriculum from NCCER that offers a career pathway

in the weatherization field. The Fundamentals of Weatherization course (90 hours)

includes the NCCER Core. For students that already have completed NCCER Core, they

could move directly into the Intro class (17.5 hours) and then onto higher levels. Because

the curriculum is new, it will be important to take a close look at course details,

equipment requirements, and overall costs. The career pathway in Wx is a definite

upside.

Institute: LEED – US Green Building Council (North Carolina LEED Triangle Chapter)

3 Richmond Community College is currently applying to become a certified BPI Affiliate and expect to achieve this accreditation later

this spring by partnering with Green Collar Crew, Inc. (Charlotte, NC). 4 Robeson Community College – Continuing Ed. and PSRC Career Center have curriculum alignment with NCCER. Although the

NCCER Core class did not make in January 2011, the SESP grant could provide training funding for the Fundamentals of

Weatherization course which includes the NCCER Core curriculum. This course serves as a career pathway in weatherization.

6

Certification(s): LEED Green Associate

Relevant Trades: Commercial sector Crew chiefs, Foremen, General Contractors, Design,

Nearest Provider: Central Carolina Community College (Sanford); NC LEED Triangle Chapter (Raleigh)

Pre-requisite: LEED GA is now the prerequisite for the LEED AP

Course Format: 12 - 15 hours class prep

Costs: $200 Test Fees; does not include training

Re-Certification: 15 hours of CE credits every 2 years ($50)

Webpage: http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1815

Demand Response: Course is designed to introduce participants to the US Green Building Council's

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Green Rating System. The LEED Green

Associate is now the prerequisite for LEED AP – the nationally recognized certification

for LEED builders, contractors, architects, and other building professionals. Contractors

around our region are interested in acquiring LEED certification to incorporate into their

building practices and services. The LEED GA & AP accreditations are focused

primarily on the commercial sector, whereas LEED AP Homes is the only residential

credential for LEED.

In-door Environmental Quality Training

Institute: EPA / NC DHHS / Health Hazards Control Unit (HHCU)

Certification(s): Lead-Safe Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP)

Relevant Trades: Renovators, remodelers, painters, general construction, environmental

Nearest Provider: Fayetteville Technical Community College

Pre-requisite: Construction experience recommended

Course Format: 1 – 2 day class

Costs: $250 class + certification; vary by training provider

Re-Certification: 3 years

Webpage: http://www.epi.state.nc.us/epi/lead/lhmp.html

Demand Response: In 2010, new regulations required renovators to be certified in safe lead removal. And

again, because much of the construction now is in the form of renovation and remodels of

existing, older structures, this training is in high demand so that renovators stay in

compliance.


Certification(s): Asbestos Worker Initial

Relevant Trades: Renovators, remodelers, general construction, environmental

Nearest Provider: Republic Industries, Inc. (Wilmington); The EI Group, Inc. (Morrisville)


Course Format: 4 days (32 hours)

Costs: $350 vary depending on training provider


Webpage: http://www.epi.state.nc.us/epi/asbestos.html

Demand Response: Because much of the construction now is in the form of renovation and remodels of

existing, older structures, this training is in high demand so that renovators stay in

compliance.


Certification(s): Certified Mold Remediation Contractor (CMRC)

Relevant Trades: Renovators, remodelers, environmental

7

Nearest Provider: Micro Inc. & several others


Course Format: 2 days

Costs: $365; vary depending on training provider


Webpage: http://www.moldcareer.com/mold-remediation-contractor-cmrc.php

Demand Response: Because much of the construction now is in the form of renovation and remodels of

existing, older structures, this training is in demand.

Deconstruction, Waste Reduction, and Materials Use / Re-use Industries

Institute: Institute of Inspection, Cleaning & Restoration Certification (IICRC Restoration Coach)

Certification(s): Water Damage Restoration Tech (WRT); Applied Structural Drying Tech (ASD)

Relevant Trades: Environmental, General Contractors, remodelers, dry wall, carpeting, other

Nearest Provider: Florida, Ohio

Pre-requisite: Construction experience recommended

Course Format: 32 class hours; 8 hours field testing

Costs: $1,200-$1,450 combo class

Webpage: http://www.restorationcoach.com/

Demand Response: In flood situations, interior components of a building that are affected by water are often

deconstructed and hauled off as waste. These trainings teach skills in how to properly dry

much of the building’s structure and components (e.g. drywall, carpet) and divert the

waste. There are only six of these specialized training facilities in the world – the closest

being Florida. This will be an incumbent worker training grant opportunity for a regional

company interested in applying. Travel will not be reimbursable for out-of-state training.

Water / Waste-Water Management (non-municipal)

Institute: American Backflow Preventer Association (ABPA)

Certification(s): ABPA Certified Backflow Preventer Technician

Relevant Trades: Plumbers, water and waste water technicians

Nearest Provider: Central Piedmont Community College (Charlotte); Wilson Community College (Wilson)

Pre-requisite: 2 years of backflow preventer experience recommended; plumbing experience required

Course Format: 2 days

Costs: $100

Re-Certification: 3 years ($85)

Webpage: http://abpa.org/tester.htm

Demand Response: New regulations and requirements for commercial and industrial backflow preventer

controls. This is a specialized training opportunity for regional plumbers or similarly

skilled construction professionals to diversify their services.

Renewable Electric Power Industries

Institute: North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP)

Certification(s): Certified PV Installer; Certified Solar Thermal Installer

Relevant Trades: Electrical, plumbing, roofing, welding, general construction

Nearest Provider: NC Solar Center

Pre-requisite: Specialized trade experience

Course Format: 5 days; exam

8

Costs: $950 class; $400 exam

Re-Certification: 3 years ($300 exam)

Webpage: http://www.ncsc.ncsu.edu/

Demand Response: Solar PV and Thermal are emerging with one or two firms potentially establishing

manufacturing facilities5 and solar farms in the region. Businesses and residences are

beginning to request this product more frequently. March 15th

is the deadline for

community colleges to apply for the NC Solar Center’s SMAPSIT program. The

successful applicant is allowed to send instructors to the Solar Center and receive free

training in NABCEP Solar PV and Solar Thermal training and certification preparation.

Solar Thermal (solar hot water) is typically the more economically-viable technology.

Other Trainings

Regional economic developers and other officials are in conversations with companies interested in utilizing

biomass boilers to sell electricity back into the grid. In the event that one or both companies decide to locate

within the region, training opportunities that pertain to biomass boilers (renewable power generation) could be

made available.

There are other certifications and trainings pertaining to green building that may be organized in independent

workshops. The National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) Certified Green Professional (CGP) is of

interest to several contractors around the region. RESNET’s Home Energy Survey Professional (HESP) is yet

another certification that targets home energy efficiency at a very basic level. Building suppliers and home

improvement stores may have sales representatives interested in this training.

Capacity Building, Job Placement & Job Creation

It is important to distinguish these trainings by how they might each impact the workforce differently.

Especially when thinking in terms of the business development that will be critical to the success of new energy

efficient building, weatherization, and performance contracting ventures. Gearing initial trainings towards

contractors should help increase awareness and implementation of these new skills into business practices. If

successful, employers will capitalize on the value of those skills and demand should increase for weatherization

technicians, energy auditors, and similar trades. A viable career path will emerge for workers in these fields as

businesses strengthen.

At this point, the number of full-time employees (FTEs) expected to be generated among existing and / or new

businesses in these sub-sectors is difficult to estimate. But based on employer feedback, regional employment

data6 and sector-specific occupation reports

7, it is reasonable to establish these trainings and then adjust the

frequency of course offerings based on demand changes.

Trainings that focus on in-door environmental quality are ideal not only for incumbent workers that lack

required credentials or skills to remain in secured employment, but also to individuals seeking work with

renovators and remodelers. The same could be said of the waste water management and water restoration

trainings – both unique credentials that could provide the individual or incumbent worker with a specialized

niche and potentially a competitive edge in the workforce.

5 Currently the name of the solar manufacturers must remain confidential.

6 NCESC: Lumber River WDB – Insured Employment for Industries Potentially Involved in Green Economic Activities within the

Energy Efficiency & Agricultural and Natural Resources Conservation – see table in Appendix B 7 EMSI Regional Occupation Reports: Energy Efficiency & Solar Power – see report in Appendix C

9

Community College Snapshot

Based on the variations in construction sector characteristics across our region, and differences in educational

resources, certain trainings will have a more logical “fit” with some colleges over others. The snapshot below

includes the trainings that correspond with the counties where Assessment feedback and information was

gathered. Each county is served by a different college:

Bladen Community College

Characteristics of County Construction Sectors: New construction remains slow; renovations and remodeling

are primary sources of revenue for construction companies. Contractors report that home owners frequently

express interest in ways they can reduce energy bills. Some contractors have built EnergyStar homes both in

and outside of Bladen County. One contractor expressed interest in becoming LEED AP certified.

Relevant Trainings:

Energy-efficient building, Weatherization (Wx), Energy Retrofit / Home Energy Upgrades, Rating and

Assessment Industries (BPI, NCCER Wx Courses)

In-Door Environmental Quality (lead paint renovator, asbestos, mold abatement)

ABPA Certified Backflow Preventer Technician (specifically requested by a Bladen contractor)

LEED Green Associate & AP training (GBCI)

Richmond Community College



express interest in ways they can reduce energy bills. There are businesses in Scotland County (e.g. Service

Thread Manufacturing Inc.) that are very progressive and highly successful with implementing renewable

energy power generation and energy efficient upgrades. Richmond Community College has been proactive in

working towards becoming a BPI Affiliate. Their satellite campus in Laurinburg (Honeycutt Center) already

had much of the equipment and their facility is geared to conduct the training.

Relevant Trainings:


Assessment Industries (BPI certifications)


ABPA Certified Backflow Preventer Technician

Solar Thermal (solar hot water) Systems (NABCEP)

Robeson Community College



express interest in ways they can reduce energy bills. There are businesses and organizations in Robeson

County that are progressive and successful with building energy efficient structures (e.g. DHHS’s new LEED

building; 50+ EnergyStar homes of the Lumbee Tribe). Robeson Community College and PSRC Career Center

has NCCER master instructors that could build a weatherization program that compliments Richmond

Community College’s BPI Program. A historically strong welding program could incorporate the fabrication of

Solar Thermal (solar hot water) panels. Several contractors expressed interest in becoming LEED AP certified.

Those that are already LEED certified are interested in having a local training provider of CE credits for the

purposes of re-certification.

10

Relevant Trainings:


Assessment Industries (NCCER certifications)



Solar Thermal (solar hot water) Systems (NABCEP)

LEED Green Associate & AP training (GBCI)

Sandhills Community College

Characteristics of County Construction Sectors: Hoke County has seen an increase in new construction and

begun to benefit from the BRAC expansion. Surrounding counties to the east (Cumberland) and northwest

(Moore) have experienced economic growth that well-exceeds state and national growth rates. Median incomes

for residents of these surrounding counties are higher than the Lumber River four-county region. Solar

companies in these areas have been installing PV systems for years and there is a Green Home Builders

Association in Moore County. Training in solar PV installation, as well as green building design (LEED) would

help to serve the workforce needs of businesses in these sectors.

Relevant Trainings:

LEED Green Associate & LEED AP certifications

Solar PV Installers (NABCEP)

Solar Thermal (solar hot water) Installers (NABCEP)


Assessment Industries (BPI certifications)



Conclusion

It is unlikely that all of the trainings described above will be offered, but they do represent a practical blend of

opportunities that respond to the varied demands from construction sector employers across this region. When

outside training providers are brought into the region, community college instructors are eligible to receive

training and other assistance dedicated to the effort of that college becoming a provider of that training itself

(e.g. Richmond Community College as BPI Affiliate). In situations where the college is not interested in

becoming an accredited training provider, their instructors may still apply for training and host the workshop.

This may be the case with certain trainings for some of our colleges if there are sufficient participants in the

area to justify a local workshop. Without the colleges and local educational institutions having an active role

with these programs, the probability of these initiatives achieving a legacy of sustained success will be greatly

diminished.

Developing partnerships will therefore be essential to the long-term success and sustainability of this workforce

training initiative. Four County Community Services, their weatherization contractors, and Richmond

Community College’s BPI training is an example of key stakeholders coming together with shared interests that

yield mutual benefit. In other regions around North Carolina, community colleges collaborate on how their

differentiated training programs might compliment and work together.8 Establishing a common strategy

8 Sustainable Energy Training partnerships between Pitt, Beaufort, Lenoir, & Roanoke-Chowan Community Colleges (see:

http://www.pittcc.edu/continuing-education/programs/occupational-extension/weatherization.html)

http://www.pittcc.edu/continuing-education/programs/occupational-extension/weatherization.html

11

between our area’s four colleges9 would help to leverage training resources and certainly be of great benefit in

developing a region-wide weatherization program that is accessible and non-duplicative.

We will also look to the utilities of our region as key partners. Both Progress Energy and Lumbee River EMC

have clear targets that are set by the state of North Carolina’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard (REPS).

Meeting those energy efficiency and renewable energy requirements represent tangible business opportunities

and sustained source of demand well into the future.

Lastly, it is imperative to highlight the businesses that have already stepped forward and currently operate in

these sectors. They all contributed valuable insight during this Assessment process and expressed an interest

and willingness to act as Green Champions with the initiatives that are relevant to their businesses. Some of

these champions are: Envirodynamics, LLC; Lowry Construction & Mechanical, Inc.; Lumbee Enterprise

Development, Inc.; RGS Builders, Inc.; Simmons Heating & Air, Inc.; T & L Complete Construction;

Whitehead Enterprises, Inc.

Prospective Training Timeline

Spring 2011

March 15: NC Solar Center – SMAPSIT Deadline for PV & Solar Thermal Applications (NABCEP)

March 17: Green Conference: engage community, collaborate, and begin enrolling participants

April 4-8: BPI Building Analyst & Envelope Training @ Richmond Community College

April: IIRC Water Restoration Tech & Structural Drying Training (pending grantees)

May 22-25: BPI Weatherization Technician Training @ Richmond Community College

May: EPA Lead Training (RRP) @ TBD

Summer 2011

June: BPI Weatherization

June: ABPA Backflow Preventer Training

June: NCCER Fundamentals of Wx

June: NABCEP Training (Solar PV & Thermal) @ NC Solar Center (pending)

July / August: Work Experience (apprenticeships, OJT)

Fall 2011

August: NCCER Wx Technician (Level 1)

August: BPI Building Analyst & Envelope

Sept / Oct: EPA Lead Training (RRP); Asbestos & Mold Training @ TBD

Work Experience continued

Winter 2011 / 12

Dec / Jan: LEED Green Associate @ TBD

Jan: NCCER Wx Crew Chief

Jan: BPI Training

Work Experience (apprenticeships, OJT) continued

9 Bladen, Richmond, Robeson, and Sandhills Community Colleges reside within the Lumber River Workforce Development region.

12

Spring 2012

March / Apr: BPI Training continued

March / Apr: NCCER Training continued

Apr / May: NABCEP Solar Thermal / PV Training @ NC Solar Center


Summer 2012

June / July: EPA Lead Training (RRP); Asbestos & Mold Training @ TBD

July / Aug: ABPA Backflow Preventer Training @ TBD


Fall 2012

Aug: NCCER Building Auditor

Aug: BPI Training


Winter 2012

LEED AP Training @ TBD


SESP

State Energy Sector Partnership Grant

“Funds provided by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to the State of North Carolina /

Lumber River Workforce Development Board – an Equal Opportunity Employer / Program with auxiliary

aids and services available upon request to individuals with disabilities”

13

Appendix A – Survey Results

14

15

16

17

18

Appendix B – NCESC Data Table

Naics Industries

111 Crop Production 61 55 56 524 433 371 -17.4% -14.3%

112 Animal Production 45 49 48 556 575 550 3.4% -4.3%

113 Forestry and Logging 43 30 33 312 189 183 -39.4% -3.2%

115 Agriculture & Forestry Support Activity 16 18 19 186 95 132 -48.9% 38.9%

236 Construction of Buildings 107 90 83 594 942 587 58.6% -37.7%

237 Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction 23 24 21 425 215 213 -49.4% -0.9%

238 Specialty Trade Contractors 259 249 240 1,965 1,956 1,538 -0.5% -21.4%

311 Food Manufacturing 18 21 20 7,901 10,788 9,657 36.5% -10.5%

312 Beverage & Tobacco Product Mfg * * 4 * * 100 * *

313 Textile Mills 38 22 18 7,308 1,572 1,466 -78.5% -6.7%

314 Textile Product Mills 4 8 6 259 320 297 23.6% -7.2%

321 Wood Product Manufacturing 23 13 13 1,815 360 184 -80.2% -48.9%

324 Petroleum and Coal Products Mfg * * * * * * * *

325 Chemical Mfg * 7 8 * 460 443 * -3.7%

326 Plastics & Rubber Products Mfg * 5 6 * 330 240 * -27.3%

327 Nonmetallic Mineral Product Mfg * 12 12 * 453 404 * -10.8%

332 Fabricated Metal Product Mfg 15 14 13 1,253 888 605 -29.1% -31.9%

333 Machinery Mfg 11 8 8 199 169 93 -15.1% -45.0%

334 Computer and Electronic Product Mfg 5 * * 554 * * * *

335 Electrical Equipment & Appliances * * * * * * * *

336 Transportation Equipment Mfg 10 8 7 582 688 539 18.2% -21.7%

337 Furniture and Related Product Mfg 11 7 6 580 130 93 -77.6% -28.5%

423 Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods 62 76 80 529 917 922 73.3% 0.5%

424 Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods 63 61 60 1,012 936 948 -7.5% 1.3%

441 Motor Vehicle & Parts Dealers 105 99 100 1,049 1,005 890 -4.2% -11.4%

442 Furniture and Home Furnishings Stores 43 22 21 359 299 288 -16.7% -3.7%

443 Electronics and Appliance Stores 21 17 15 85 89 92 4.7% 3.4%

444 Building Material & Garden Supply Stores 46 44 42 654 606 520 -7.3% -14.2%

445 Food and Beverage Stores 91 66 70 2,028 1,525 1,557 -24.8% 2.1%

446 Health and Personal Care Stores 54 60 63 476 591 580 24.2% -1.9%

451 Sporting Goods / Hobby / Book/ Music Stores 23 17 18 101 60 67 -40.6% 11.7%

452 General Merchandise Stores 77 72 73 1,646 2,011 2,061 22.2% 2.5%

453 Miscellaneous Store Retailers 70 41 34 555 190 175 -65.8% -7.9%

454 Nonstore Retailers 20 13 19 201 107 135 -46.8% 26.2%

483 Water Transportation n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a

485 Transit and Ground Passenger Transport 5 5 5 10 22 21 120.0% -4.5%

493 Warehousing and Storage 10 12 13 244 243 256 -0.4% 5.3%

511 Publishing Industries 9 6 7 158 125 142 -20.9% 13.6%

532 Rental and Leasing Services 23 22 19 163 114 122 -30.1% 7.0%

541 Professional and Technical Services 189 208 222 945 1,045 963 10.6% -7.8%

561 Administrative and Support Services 113 129 134 5,292 2,954 2,970 -44.2% 0.5%

712 Museums, Parks and Historical Sites * * * * * * * *

722 Food Services & Drinking Places 204 249 252 3,601 4,702 4,478 30.6% -4.8%

811 Repair and Maintenance 112 102 101 389 314 273 -19.3% -13.1%

Lumber River WDB

Insured Employment for Industries Potentially Involved in Green Economic Activities

within the Energy Efficiency &

Agricultral and Natural Resources Conservation

2009

4th Qtr

2009

4th Qtr2000 2008 2000 2008

Number of Establishments EmploymentEmployment

Percent Change

Source: Quarterly Census Employment and Wages

* - Data are suppress due to confidentiality

2000 to

2008

2008 to

2009

4th Qtr

Demand Assessment for Green Construction Training

Technology

use trainings

green construction trainings

robeson community college

rating assessment trainings

renewable power trainings

bladen community college

richmond community college

sandhills community