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The green energy and solar industry are the next great growth
area. Whether it's solar, wind or smart-grids, there are training
programs and jobs available for qualified professionals with sales,
marketing, project management, financial or electrical, HVAC, plumbing,
roofing or general contractor installation skills.
What is a green-collar job? According to Time magazine, a green-collar job:
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Pays decent
wages and benefits that can support a family
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Offers a real
career path, with upward mobility
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Reduces waste
and pollution to benefit the environment
The following are
links to solar power training and green job resources.
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Boots on the Roof
- the premier Wind and Solar Energy training provider in the United
States, with the mission of training the next wave of Renewable Energy
Contractors, Engineers, Architects, Sales Professionals and Business
Entrepreneurs. The popular Solar Boot Camp is a 6 day intensive
training program using a blended learning approach of instructor-led
training, hands-on labs, and computer-based software tools. It teaches
solar electric system design, installation, and safety procedures as
well as business and industry topics important for business
professionals new to photovoltaics. Courses are ideal for:
- Licensed
Contractors (Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Roofing, and
General Contractors) who wish to reposition their businesses to bring
Wind and Solar Power to their communities
- Fast
growing companies looking to quickly train newly hired
staff: sales professionals, project managers, engineers and designers
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Community
Colleges - Many community colleges across the country are now offering
solar training with PV design and installation classes. While the
classes are relatively inexpensive, the quality varies and the duration
of the solar training is over a period of several months. Not all
classes are approved by NABCEP. Here is a list of Community Colleges to prepare for the NABCEP Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge Exam.
Zander Green Recruiting
- Search for green jobs coast-to-coast.
Environmental
Defense Fund - Green Jobs Guidebook with profiles of 200 green jobs.
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