Clean Energy = Green Jobs

While we all watch and wonder when and if we’ve hit bottom in the recession, one thing is abundantly clear.  Clean energy = green jobs.

That’s right.  Robust investment in renewable energy has continued, which offers the promise of careers in the wind and solar industries (among others).  Among the hottest college offerings these days are renewable energy technology training.  In fact, higher education is adapting so quickly to the new, green economy that we’ll be following up with a separate post focused entirely on college courses developed for green jobs.

Today’s graduates do not need to wait for jobs to be created.  In the heartland of America, wind turbine manufacturers are building factories to supply the great demand for wind energy.  If you prefer solar, then perhaps you’d like to relocate to Oregon.  There are plenty of green jobs with the continued investment by SolarWorld in Hillsboro.  Overall, the state is the leading solar manufacturer in the nation.  While the U.S. may be a little late to the alternative energy game, manufacturers are eager to locate operations here now, due to tax credits and other incentives.

Other states, like Texas, are also looking at what they can do to lure solar or wind companies.

There are many, many sites out there promising green jobs.  But, for you to successfully gain employment, your community has to embrace the ideal of living eco-friendly.  Is your city on board for reducing carbon emissions?  Do you live in an apartment complex or neighborhood that wants to explore renewable energy options?  Perhaps you can start the positive movement yourself!

Once you find yourself in the right place – or make that place for yourself – the green jobs will be there.

Please share in the comments below if you have a green job, or know of some great opportunities in your hometown!

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