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When temperatures climb closer to 100°F, life on the streets can go from unbearable to deadly. When the predicted heat index reaches 95°F or higher, the City of New York declares a “CODE RED”. During a Code Red, the BronxWorks Homeless Outreach Team will be working hard to help our most vulnerable neighbors get off the streets and into shelter.

Designated cooling centers are open during a CODE RED all around New York City and the Bronx. If you are living without air conditioning and need a place to cool down contact 311 or click here to find a cooling center near you. Please check on your neighbors, especially the elderly and sick. Cooling centers are open and available to the public. More info

Weatherization Training Program

The BronxWorks Weatherization Training Program offers career preparation and technical training to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge to become an Energy Efficiency Technician or a Weatherization Field Crew Technician.

Workforce Development Main Office

550 East 142nd Street
Bronx, NY, 10454

Contact:
Andy Frica, Job Developer Director
africa@bronxworks.org

Phone:
929.581.2660 or 646.689.0376

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The program exposes residents to these entry-level career opportunities in the growing green economy field. Technicians help to assess homes and buildings for energy waste and implement measures to improve energy efficiency and save customers money. Program participants will be trained on the necessary tasks to succeed at this job, including learning what recommendations to make to reduce energy waste, such as installing insulation, sealing air leaks, and optimizing HVAC systems. Participants will receive wrap-around supports, incentives, case management support, and resources throughout the program.