NJEDA Accepting Applications for Phase 2 of New Jersey Green Workforce Training Grant Challenge

TRENTON, N.J. (February 19, 2026) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) is now accepting applications for the Green Workforce Training Grant Challenge. The $4 million grant program will prepare New Jersey residents for green economy careers, with a particular focus on serving overburdened communities. 

WHAT:          The Grant Challenge is a competitive funding opportunity, for which applicants will be asked to submit proposals that outline their plans to develop and implement workforce training and skills programs focused on strengthening and diversifying the state’s green economy. Grants from $500,000 up to $800,000 are available. Awardees may use funds to cover design, planning, capital, and implementation costs to offer training programs in green economy industries.

WHO:            Entities that can provide skill development, workforce training, job placement, and other related services are eligible to apply.

WHEN:          Applications for the program are now open and will close on Monday, April 20, at 5:00 p.m.

An informational webinar will be held on Wednesday, February 25, at10:30 a.m. To register, click here.

For more information on Phase 2 of the New Jersey Green Workforce Training Grant Challenge, click here.

To learn more about NJEDA resources for businesses, call NJEDA Customer Care at 844-965-1125 or visit https://www.njeda.gov and follow @NewJerseyEDA on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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