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Our mission is Building sustainable, resilient lives and neighborhoods from the inside out.

Started in 2018, Build it Green (BIG) prepares young adults with untapped potential for careers in construction & energy service through a 6 month - 1 year workforce development training program.

Through a partnership between green|spaces and AmeriCorps Opportunity Youth Service Initiative, BIG aims to generate pathways out of poverty for young adults through job readiness training, community organizing and outreach training, and technical training in the green building field.

Affordability of utilities is one of the greatest challenges to low income neighborhoods in Chattanooga. This program brings solutions to issues of energy efficiency in low income areas as well as a pipeline for employment into the green economy. BIG utilizes a unique blend of community outreach, personal development, and technical training to create workforce ready young adults.

BIG participants will gain the following from the program:

  • Community engagement/personal development/job readiness training

  • Technical training in weatherization and community sustainability

  • 6 month and 1 year opportunities available

  • Paid living allowance

  • Educational Award with successful completion of hours - $3000 - $6000 depending on service

  • OSHA 10 and other industry certifications

  • Job placement assistance

  • GED education support

  • Health Insurance and childcare available for full-time positions

  • Participants must be between 18 and 24 years old, and a US citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States, or possess approved work visa.

Build It Green emphasizes the recruitment of diverse individuals who learn from each other in a supportive environment. Our members have the opportunity to participate in the success of the team and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Encouraging engagement of individuals who represent the communities in which they work is our mandate.

Thank you to our Program Sponsors!

 
 
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Example Build it Green Project:

This project cost $1,555 and yielded an estimated $637 per year. We will work with the owner to track those savings and hopefully increase them with our Empower strategies. These annual savings can go toward the owner’s mortgage, food, medicine, and…

This project cost $1,555 and yielded an estimated $637 per year. We will work with the owner to track those savings and hopefully increase them with our Empower strategies. These annual savings can go toward the owner’s mortgage, food, medicine, and other needed expenses. In addition, the home is healthier and more comfortable