Report

Lessons from LACI’s Workforce Development Programs

2026-11-12

How can the transition to advanced technology and more resilient cities create good jobs for everyone? Drawing on the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator’s (LACI) experience in Los Angeles and New York, this Action Brief shares practical lessons and real-world examples on designing inclusive workforce training, bridging skills gaps and building regional partnerships that connect underserved communities to well-paid careers in emerging industries powered by innovation.

How can the transition to advanced technology and more resilient cities create good jobs for everyone? Drawing on the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator’s (LACI) experience in Los Angeles and New York, this Action Brief shares practical lessons and real-world examples on designing inclusive workforce training, bridging skills gaps and building regional partnerships that connect underserved communities to well-paid careers in emerging industries powered by innovation.