In partnership with Michigan EGLE, we train residents for in-demand green-energy careers — earning Building Analyst Technician and Professional certifications through the Building Performance Institute.
This program is near and dear to our hearts — it ties back to the roots of We Want Green Too. We started as an organization focused on uplifting veterans through education and training in home energy efficiency and green-job skills. Over the years we’ve sourced funding, developed our own implementation process, and served many individuals in their pursuit of purpose.
Our latest effort is a workforce-development cooperative titled “Detroit Energy Efficiency Workforce Training,” run with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE). We were awarded a short-term grant to enroll 20 residents in training for the Building Analyst Technician and Professional certifications — plus retention and job-placement services. The State of Michigan recognizes the growing need for these professionals, and this grant is one way it’s helping fill the gap.
The Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) and Professional (BA-P) certifications are industry-recognized credentials from the Building Performance Institute — proof that the people working on your home know how to do it right.
Building Analyst Technician — a BPI-recognized entry credential.
Building Analyst Professional — the advanced BPI credential.
Accredited, instructor-led classes you can complete — we make it doable.
We connect graduates to green-energy career opportunities.
Ongoing support to help trainees succeed and stay employed.
Grant-funded training, so you can focus on learning.
Training, certifying, and uplifting residents across Detroit and Highland Park.
Enrolled and completed the required BA-T & BA-P coursework.
Every enrolled trainee finished the accredited classes.
Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) & Professional (BA-P), via BPI.
Though information-heavy, these accredited classes are doable — and we support you the whole way with retention and job-placement help.
Submit the short training application — it only takes a few minutes.
Join the accredited BA-T and BA-P classes with our instructors.
Earn your credentials and receive job-placement support.
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Free, comprehensive whole-home repairs and energy-efficiency upgrades for Veterans and families.
Learn more about Whole Homes, Whole CommunitiesLead and home-hazard remediation protecting East Detroit children, seniors, and families.
Learn more about Healthy Home ProductionWe’re working to secure additional funding to keep this program going. Whether you want to build new skills, support workforce development, or partner with us — you can be part of the change. Together we can create healthier homes, stronger communities, and meaningful careers.
