Name
Building Workforce Capacity for a Sustainable Energy Future
Date & Time
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 9:40 AM - 10:40 AM
Speakers
Mathieu Côte, CIET
Alex Hebert, BC Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Fayzal Samji, Labour Education Centre
Yasmin Abraham, Kambo Energy Group
Luisa Da Silva, Iron & Earth
Alex Hebert, BC Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Fayzal Samji, Labour Education Centre
Yasmin Abraham, Kambo Energy Group
Luisa Da Silva, Iron & Earth
Description
The transition to a low-carbon economy requires workers with new skills in energy efficiency, decarbonization, and energy management, yet many face gaps in training and access to credentialing programs. This session will explore strategies for upskilling the workforce through certification programs, apprenticeships, and practical training initiatives, highlighting tools and approaches that help workers acquire in-demand skills.