Port of Oakland and West Oakland Job Resource Center to train workers for green technologies in the transportation and logistics industry
Projects will train workers for jobs in the transportation and logistics industry
Oakland, Calif., 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Oakland has joined forces with the West Oakland Job Resource Center (WOJRC) to train workers for green jobs in the transportation and logistics industry.
WOJRC received a $350,000 grant from the California Energy Commission’s Clean Transportation Program. The Port of Oakland supported WOJRC during the application process and will provide on-going technical assistance in the program’s administration.
The grant is part of the California Energy Commission’s $100 million annual investment to support California communities by promoting accelerated development and deployment of advanced green transportation and fuel technologies.
WOJRC announced the launch of its new initiative, “Greening the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics industry.”
“I am excited to collaborate with the Port of Oakland and its business partners on this exciting new grant for green technologies in the transportation and logistics industry,” said WOJRC Executive Director Joyce Guy.
The transportation and logistics industry has historically contributed to greenhouse gas emissions that affect climate change. This grant led by WOJRC will build upon the organization’s existing job training programs to upskill and train workers in zero emissions technologies.
The project’s goal is to create pathways for long-lasting, quality jobs, providing family-sustaining wages for marginalized communities. Program participants will be trained on a range of zero emissions vehicles and equipment, providing them with a unique skill set that will be in high demand as California works towards its goal of reducing and eliminating the state’s carbon footprint.
About the Port of Oakland
The Port of Oakland oversees the Oakland Seaport, Oakland International Airport, and nearly 20 miles of waterfront including Jack London Square. The Port’s 5-year strategic plan – Growth with Care – pairs business expansion with community benefits, envisioning more jobs and economic stimulus as the Port grows. Together with its business partners, the Port supports more than 84,000 jobs. Connect with the Port of Oakland and Oakland International Airport through Facebook, or with the Port on Twitter, YouTube, and at www.portofoakland.com.
Media Contacts:
Robert Bernardo
Port of Oakland
Communications Director
(510) 627-1401
rbernardo@portoakland.com
David DeWitt
Port of Oakland
Media and PR Specialist
(510) 627-1169
ddewitt@portoakland.com
Source: Port of Oakland
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