Everblue, a veteran-owned workforce development and training provider, is proud to announce the celebration of 10 years of accreditation by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), recognizing a decade of excellence in clean energy education.

“Being IREC Accredited for a decade is more than just a milestone—it’s a testament to our commitment to providing training that actually moves the needle,” said Chris Boggiano, president of Everblue. “We’ve worked hard to build programs that empower people, strengthen communities and meet the highest standards in the industry.”

IREC Accreditation is awarded to training providers, instructors, and master trainers that meet rigorous, third-party standards for curriculum design, student engagement, instructor qualifications and program outcomes. It ensures that training is relevant, responsive and rooted in defined job roles within the clean energy and energy efficiency industries.

Currently, only 30 organizations in the U.S. hold this prestigious credential. Everblue earned IREC Accreditation for its Home Energy Professional (HEP) Energy Auditor and HEP Quality Control Inspector courses—both of which qualify professionals to work on energy efficiency projects such as those funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP).

Over the past 10 years, Everblue’s IREC Accreditation has enabled successful partnerships with local and state governments, nonprofit agencies and contractors working to meet the rising demand for skilled clean energy workers, especially in low-income communities.

“IREC accreditation sets a national training standard for the clean energy sector, ensuring consistency and validating high-quality programs,” said Matthew Harris, Director, Workforce Training and Engagement at IREC. “Training providers undergo a rigorous review, including self-assessment, documentation, and on-site evaluations, to meet IREC’s standards. For over a decade, Everblue has demonstrated a commitment to delivering comprehensive, consistent, high-quality training nationwide. As the clean energy industry grows, employers can confidently hire skilled professionals from IREC-accredited programs.”

With historic federal investments being deployed through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), organizations like Everblue play a crucial role in developing a workforce ready to support the clean energy transition.

“While this 10-year IREC Accreditation anniversary is a major milestone, we see it as just the beginning,” said Boggiano. “We’re committed to expanding access to quality training, building new partnerships and helping even more individuals and communities thrive in the clean energy economy.”

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