Green Jobs

Green Jobs
Author: Project Learning Tree
Publisher:
Total Pages: 80
Release: 2019-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9781735920917

Green jobs represent one of the fastest growing and changing segments of the global economy. You have an opportunity to introduce young people to career paths that are not only in demand, but that are also rewarding and help conserve the environment. Green Jobs: Exploring Forest Careers contains four learning activities that engage youth in actively exploring forest-related green careers. Anyone can use this resource with youth ages 12-25 in settings ranging from community youth programs and school classrooms, to college and career prep, to field trips and forest tours. Designed to be flexible, use individual activities or use the entire set as a stand-alone unit. The guide also contains a quiz that helps youth match their personality with an array of green jobs opportunities, and a self-assessment of their technical and other skills, such as communication and problem solving. Appendices include a list of career information websites, job boards and connections to academic standards.

Green Careers in Energy

Green Careers in Energy
Author: Peterson's
Publisher: Peterson's
Total Pages: 512
Release: 2010-10-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0768930200

Peterson's Green Careers in Energy pinpoints the best opportunities in the fastest-growing and most promising renewable energy fields-solar, wind, geothermal, and more-with data on the various jobs as well as colleges, organizations, and institutions that offer courses, degrees, certification, and training/retraining. Green Careers in Energy offers inspirational and insightful essays on the importance of sustainability, written by individuals at the forefront of environmental organizations, university sustainability efforts, and college training programs. This eBook also features an exclusive bonus section, "What Is the New Green Economy," which examines the current interest in sustainability and the "New Energy for America" program. Throughout this book, there are energy-related features, including interviews with individuals working in many of these green careers. Other feature articles offer useful tips and advice for a more sustainable life.

Green Careers in Energy

Green Careers in Energy
Author: Jill C. Schwartz
Publisher: Peterson's
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2010-08-17
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0768928605

"The indispensible guide for students and career changers"--Cover.

Green Careers in Energy: Union Training Programs for Green Jobs

Green Careers in Energy: Union Training Programs for Green Jobs
Author: Peterson's
Publisher: Peterson's
Total Pages: 62
Release: 2010-10-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0768930294

Looking for information on great green programs provided by labor unions? As part of Peterson's Green Careers in Energy, this eBook offers profiles of ten labor unions that offer apprenticeship and training programs to upgrade members' skills for the green energy economy, including the National Labor College, which grants undergraduate degrees and certificates to AFL-CIO members. Union information includes contact information, details about the union, and info on the programs and training.

Green Careers in Energy: 25 Four-Year Schools with Great Green Energy-Related Programs

Green Careers in Energy: 25 Four-Year Schools with Great Green Energy-Related Programs
Author: Peterson's
Publisher: Peterson's
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2010-10-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 076893026X

Looking for a four-year school with great green programs? You're in good company! In a recent survey, 7 out of 10 students stated that they prefer green universities. As part of Peterson's Green Careers in Energy, this eBook offers profiles on 25 colleges and universities that offer innovative energy-related degree programs and support vibrant on-campus sustainability programs and organizations.

Green Careers in Energy: Energy Industry Jobs

Green Careers in Energy: Energy Industry Jobs
Author: Peterson's
Publisher: Peterson's
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2010-10-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0768930219

Looking for a green job in an energy-related field? As part of Peterson's Green Careers in Energy, this eBook offers detailed information on careers in the Biofuels Industry, Electric Power Industry; Geothermal Power; Hydroelectric Power; Nuclear Power Industry; Solar Power; Wind Power; Carbon Market; and Hydrogen Power. You'll find up-to-date information on job trends, work environment, career paths, earning potential, education/licensure requirements, and contact information for additional resources. This eBook also features interviews with individuals working in the green energy field as well as informative "green" features such as "How Green is a Prospective Employer?" and "How Smart Grid Technology Works" PLUS "green" tidbits about global warming biomass, waste-based energy, Nebraska's use of wind power, Federal Clean Energy resources, new degree programs in smart grid engineering, and more! Bonus sections include: "What Does Being Green Mean," which examines the current interest in sustainability and the New Energy for America program, and "Essays on the Importance of Sustainability," which offers insightful articles by individuals at the forefront of environmental organizations, university sustainability efforts, and college training programs.

Green Careers in Energy: 25 Two-Year Schools with Great Green Energy-Related Programs

Green Careers in Energy: 25 Two-Year Schools with Great Green Energy-Related Programs
Author: Peterson's
Publisher: Peterson's
Total Pages: 105
Release: 2010-10-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0768930278

Looking for a two-year school with great green programs? As part of Peterson's Green Careers in Energy, this eBook offers profiles of 25 community colleges from throughout the United States-all with notable campus sustainability programs as well as "green" energy-related academic programs.

Green Careers

Green Careers
Author: Jim Cassio
Publisher: New Society Publishers
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2009-04-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1550924281

People of all ages and backgrounds are seeking work in career fields that will help save the planet, yet many people are unaware of the variety of green careers available. This unique career guidance book, based on labor market research, covers green jobs representing almost every area of career interest. The authors' extensive experience in career and workforce development will help you explore tomorrow's green career options. Answer such questions as: What green careers are available? What salary can I expect? What education do I need? What is the demand for this type of job? How do I change to a green career? Green Careers offers clear and concise information about the emerging field of green and environmental jobs. Chapters include: Industry-by-industry overview of green jobs Profiles of 90 different occupations in 12 different career groups Over 65 case studies and interviews of people working in green jobs Career planning information and job search resources This book will appeal to students, career explorers, job seekers, and career and workforce development professionals as an indispensable guide for finding a career to feel passionate about and prospering while doing what you love.