HELM has partnered with NESEA, the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, on BuildingEnergy Access, a new program to support the work of women- and minority-owned businesses in the clean energy sector in Massachusetts, funded with a grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center.

HELM will offer two day-long workshops for business owners looking for a solid grounding in the basics of running a successful construction/clean energy business. Topics include: visioning, financial literacy, sales process, project management, estimating, hiring & retention, and how to articulate your company's mission.

Enrollment in the first cohort serving companies led by women and other underrepresented gender identities is closed at this point. NESEA is currently accepting applications for Cohort Two. Launching January 2025, Cohort Two will serve companies led by BIPOC (black, indigenous, people of color) individuals, and will run through summer/fall 2026. Learn more and apply.