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The Future is Green!
What are green jobs? Continuing Education
Lorraine Faulds Training Development Director
I SC Employment Security Commission
2
Topics
  • Major trends
  • Where is the going?
  • Opportunity areas
  • Jobs in Energy Management
  • Jobs for MBAs
  • Kevin Doyle
  • Jobs for Scientists

3
Food
Business Management
Software Design
Architecture and Design
Fashion
Information Technology
Consumer Products
Activism
Engineering
Public Policy
Life Sciences
Construction
Social Sciences
Entertainment
Marketing, Advertising and Communications
Earth Science
Law
Journalism and New Media
4
Why the interest in green jobs?
5
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)
of 200950 BILLION Broken down into two
areas Energy Efficiency (EE) and Renewable
Energy (RE)
6
Goals of the ARRAwDouble the capacity of
alternative energy over the next 3
yearswWeatherize 1 million homeswRetrofit 75
of federal buildingswBuild 3,000 miles of
transmission lines
7
EE gets 36.5 Billion, RE gets 8
Billionw5 Billion to weatherize homes of one
million low-income familiesw6.3 Billion for
energy-related grants to the statesw4.5
Billion to retrofit federal buildingsw11
Billion to modernize the nations electrical grid
8
Green Jobs Estimate 460,000 jobs(nationally)w
Need to offset loses, especially in construction
and manufacturingwOne job lost means up to 20
jobs lost in indirect effects (Economic Modeling
Specialists)wDuring good times, these displaced
workers would transition to a similar job in the
same industry. But in times like these (where
there are no other similar opportunities),
retraining is the only option.
9
What is a green job?
10
MANY definitionswA blue-collar job, upgraded
to better respect the environment (Van Jones,
founder of Green For All)wGreener versions of
existing occupationswA traditional job with a
layer of greenwJobs that involve protecting
wildlife or ecosystems, reducing pollution or
waste, or reducing energy usage and lowering
carbon emissions.
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The basis for the definition isAny activity
or service that performs at least one of the
followingwGenerating renewable
energywRecycling existing materialswEnergy
efficient product manufacturing, construction,
installation, and maintenancewEducation,
compliance, conservation, and awarenesswNatural
and sustainable product manufacturing
12
Two General Areas Energy Efficiency and
Renewable Energy
13
Energy Efficiency Its not just about putting
on a sweater and turning off the lights!wGreen
new constructionwBuilding Retrofitting/Weatheriz
ationwMass TransitwSmart Grid
14
Renewable Energy Lots of up-front investment
(i.e. manufacturing) we currently get only 2.4
of our energy from renewable resources President
Obama wants it up to 25 wWind wSolar wGeot
hermal wHydropower wNuclear wHydrogen wCle
an/low emission coal wNatural gas wBiofuels
(also called biomass)
15
A Word about Nuclear Energy In some places,
nuclear energy is not considered a clean,
renewable energy source because it creates
hazardous waste and uses a non-renewable resource
(uranium).It is in SC! It produces 51.2 of
the states electricity.
16
IndustriesInitiallyConstruction,
Installation, Maintenance (based on funding)
17
Top 4 industries with the most occupations on the
list arewLife, Physical, and Social Sciences
(23 occupations)wConstruction and Extraction
(20)wArchitecture and Engineering
(19)wProduction (i.e. manufacturing) (19)
18
Later onEngineering, Production, Sciences
(i.e. chemists)
19
Employment in Green JobsOccupations with the
most employment in 2008wTeam Assemblers
36,580wLaborers Freight , Stock and Material
Movers 34,700wCustomer Service
Representatives 30,150wMaintenance Repair
Workers 26,390wTruck Drivers, Heavy Tractor
Trailer 23,160
20
Wages for Green JobsTop 5 Green Jobs by 2008
Average Hourly WagewAir Traffic Controller
51.97wNuclear Engineer 45.25wComputer
Information Scientists 44.08wSales Engineers
41.05wChemical Engineers
40.33wElectrical Engineers 38.86
21
Skills Needed Ten Competencies Needed
to Be Successful in Environmental Work 1.
Communication skills 2. Collaboration,
bridge-building abilities 3. Customer
orientation 4. Creativity/innovative
thinking 5. Broad environmental sciences
understanding 6. Analytical ability, critical
thinking, problem-solving 7. Work orientation,
professionalism, positive attitude 8.
Occupation-specific skills and knowledge 9.
Mastery of information technology 10. Leadership
ability From Remake a Living Defining the
Environmental Workforce by Kevin Doyle
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National CredentialsThe Association of
Energy Engineers facilities managers, HVAC
installers, geothermal certificationsThe North
American Board of Energy Practitioners
photovoltaic (solar) installers and photovoltaic
techniciansThe Building Performance Institute
building analysts, HVAC required for Energy Star
contractorsSolar Energy International
Renewable energy certificationsThe Green
Building Certification Institute Runs the
Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design
(LEED) Accredited Professionals Program for green
management and facilities management fields
23
Current programs can have a green
element addedwConstruction trades
Electrician, Plumber, HVACwCulinary trades
Organic farming, compostingwAutomotive Hybrid
and electric powered-vehicles
24
Jobs in Energy Management
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Jobs in Energy Management
  • Aggressive energy building codes, an active
    renewable energy industry, and foresighted
    government agencies all contribute to an
    excellent employment market.
  • Opportunities exist in a wide variety of
    agencies, firms, and organizations including
  • private consulting firms
  • solar and renewable energy businesses
  • private corporations
  • non-profit organizations
  • government agencies
  • utilities

26
Jobs in Energy Management
  • Specific jobs
  • Energy Manager
  • Energy Engineer
  • Energy Conservation Engineer
  • Certified Energy Analyst

27
Energy Manager
  • An energy manager plans, regulates and monitors
    energy use in an organisation or facility. They
    aim to improve energy efficiency through
    evaluating energy use and therefore, implement
    new policies and changes.
  • Energy managers coordinate all aspects of energy
    management, from energy efficiency and reduction
    of carbon dioxide emissions to waste management
    and sustainable development by
  • encouraging the use of renewable/sustainable
    energy resources within an organisation or
    community
  • deriving solutions for carbon management
  • raising the profile of energy conservation.
  • Changes in building regulations and an increase
    in legislation and European directives on
    emissions and efficiency have increased the need
    for organizations to develop carbon management
    and sustainability strategies.
  • Source http//ww2.prospects.ac.uk/p/types_of_job/
    energy_manager_job_description.jsp

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Energy Manager contd.
  • Typical activities generally include
  • developing, coordinating, and implementing the
    aims and objectives of strategies and policies to
    reduce energy consumption, e.g. EU directives on
    energy performance and emissions, and monitoring
    and reviewing the effectiveness of these policies
    and strategies, including coordinating annual
    progress reports
  • devising policies and systems for buying energy
    and helping with contract negotiations
  • providing technical and practical advice and
    offering training on energy efficiency
  • developing promotional activities and materials
    to publicize particular schemes
  • contributing to sustainable development
    initiatives
  • liaising and negotiating with contractors, the
    building supplies industry, council services and
    other relevant organizations
  • ensuring accurate records are maintained and
    energy monitoring data is collected regularly
  • preparing specifications, drawings and tender
    documents for building services, improvement or
    plant replacement work, including obtaining
    statutory approvals
  • liaising with and providing technical support to
    mechanical and electrical design engineers on new
    and refurbishment projects regarding
    sustainability, energy and water conservation
  • carrying out site inspections and energy surveys
  • preparing detailed schedules of work, feasibility
    studies and cost estimates
  • benchmarking energy consumptions against best
    practice guidelines
  • keeping abreast of legislation such as the EU
    Emission Trading Scheme (EU ETS)  and ensuring
    compliance.

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Energy Engineer
  • Provide technical assistance to owners,
    developers and contractors assisting with energy
    efficiency project identification and technology
    decisions associated with facilitating energy
    efficiency upgrades and improvements.
  • Work with various software programs to perform
    building simulation analyses for new construction
    projects.

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Energy Conservation Engineer
  • Assess problems and situations, develop
    recommendations and implement solutions,
    including economic justifications.
  • Work effectively with customers, vendors,
    suppliers and contractors.
  • Requirements
  • Possess strong verbal and written communication
    skills to present findings and ideas in a clear
    manner negotiate and persuade effectively.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technologies or
    Facility Engineer required.
  • Minimum five years experience conducting energy
    and power studies required.

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Certified Energy Analyst
  • Energy Analysts
  • perform energy calculations and prepare
    compliance documentation for the energy code
  • possess an interest in the rapidly deregulating
    300 billion U.S. energy industry
  • develop an understanding of the electric and
    natural gas industry enter and maintain client
    energy usage and cost information
  • create databases to track and forecast client
    energy usage
  • develop client energy budgets and variance
    analyses
  • prepare monthly energy reports for clients and
  • monitor utility tariffs (taxes) and rate changes.

32
Energy Career Resources
  • Career Currents
  • www.eia.doe.gov/kids/resources/teachers/pdfs/Caree
    rCurrents_enmanagement.pdf

33
Continuing Education
  • Energy University
  • http//www.schneider-electric.com/sites/corporate/
    en/products-services/training/energy-university/en
    ergy-university.page
  • Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
  • http//www.aeecenter.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pagei
    d1
  • U.S. Green Building Council gt LEED
  • http//www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID19
    88
  • Other sources?

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Jobs for MBAs MSFs
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Jobs for MBAs MSFs
  • Service Manager Wind Energy
  • Project Manager
  • Sustainability Consultant
  • Eco-Entrepreneur
  • Municipal Energy Manager
  • Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO)
  • Marketing (Green) Manager
  • Sustainability Reporting Manager
  • Green Supply Chain Manager

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Sustainability Consultant Houston, TX
  •  Consult with potential customers to develop
    evaluation plans and appropriate potential goals
    and solutions. These may include waste diversion,
    energy saving and/or other sustainable
    initiatives, as well as cost saving opportunities
  • Perform full sustainability evaluations primarily
    focused on waste, energy, and water. Prepare
    final report and present conclusions to the
    customer in a timely manner.
  • Analyze evaluation results to identify, design
    and implement environmental sustainability
    initiatives, cost saving opportunities and
    solutions.
  • Manage Sales responsibilities for the solutions
    derived from initial evaluations.
  • Maintain communications and a close working
    relationship with key WM Market Area personnel to
    include, but not limited to Market Area General
    Manager, Market Area Sales Manager and sales
    personnel.
  • Operate and maintain the Green Squad vehicle
    (e.g., Striker van) for use in transporting
    personnel and equipment utilized for evaluations,
    along with exhibition of the vehicle in select
    Market Area public relations activities.
  • Maintain evaluation-specific equipment and ensure
    that equipment is ready for scheduled
    evaluations.
  • Promote culture of safety by ensuring site
    personnel are properly trained to perform
    assigned duties and comply with safety,
    environmental, federal, state local
    regulations. Conduct or arrange training as
    necessary.

37
Municipal Energy Manager West Hartford, CT
  • http//www.west-hartford.com/government/West_Hartf
    ord_Energy_Plan-2009-03-06.pdf

38
Chief Sustainability OfficerAustin, TX
  • http//www.austineconetwork.com/content/chief-sust
    ainability-officer-cso-job-description

39
Green Business as Public Service
  • Examples of explosive green business growth
  • Green building
  • Clean energy
  • Organic food and products
  • A market for carbon?

40
A market for carbon? Its already here.
  • Chicago Climate Exchange 225 members in 4 years
  • Global carbon credit trading doubled from 05 to
    06
  • 2006 trading was more than 28 billion worldwide
  • Leader European Union Emissions Trading Scheme
  • On the rise State of California, Regional
    Schemes
  • Dozens of carbon offset companies have begun

41
Finance and Investment Jobs
  • Carbon trading
  • Alternative energy technology innovations
  • Alternative energy production companies
  • Clean Technology companies
  • What else?

42
Jobs for Scientists
Per Kevin Doyle..August 2010
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Additional InformationKevin Doyle
  • Kevin Doyle is an independent consultant "doing
    business as" Green Economy.  Green
    Economy provides research, education,
    facilitation, program evaluation, and strategy
    development for government agencies, businesses,
    colleges and nonprofit groups building a more
    sustainable world.
  • Kevin is the co-chair of the New England Clean
    Energy Council's workforce development task force
    and is currently leading a research project to
    identify employment and training needs in the
    energy efficiency and renewable energy industries
    in Massachusetts.
  • He is the co-author of The Eco Guide to Careers
    That Make a Difference Environmental Work for a
    Sustainable World, The Complete Guide to
    Environmental Careers in the 21st Century, and
    The New Complete Guide to Environmental Careers.
    Kevin writes the green careers feature for
    www.grist.org, and delivers workshops about
    environmental, conservation and sustainability
    careers on college campuses nationwide. He is
    currently writing a new book about climate change
    careers.
  • Prior to Green Economy, Kevin was a senior
    executive at The Environmental Careers
    Organization (ECO) for over fifteen years. He has
    also worked as a comprehensive community planner
    in the Seattle area, and directed a community
    development corporation in Eugene, Oregon.
  • Kevin Doyle, Principal, Green Economy
  • kevinldoyle_at_gmail.com 
  • 617-500-9996

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Continued Rapid Growth for Organic Food
  • Annual U.S. growth of 16-21 from 1997-2004
  • U.S. organic food sales were 12 billion
  • Four million organic acres in North America
  • 10-15 annual growth expected 2006-2010
  • 5-10 growth projected for 2011-2025
  • 2025 organic sales projected at 50 billion.
  • This would still be only 6 of total U.S. food
    sales.

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Environmental Scientists
  • Total currently employed 76,000
  • Total does not include teachers and college
    professors!
  • Outlook Steady
  • Employer medians
  • Median 55,000 Federal 79,184
  • Low 10 33,210lt Local 52,628
  • Middle 50 42,106-72,539 State 50,452
  • High 10 gt101,723 Private 56,000
  • Starting salaries average for recent BS grads
    34,000
  • 44 are at local and state government agencies
  • 8 federal government agencies
  • 14 architecture and engineering firms
  • 15 management, scientific and technical
    consulting
  • 4 other private employers
  • 5 are self employed

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Conservation Scientists/Foresters
  • Total 33,959
  • Total does not include teachers and college
    professors
  • Outlook Slow
  • Conservation Scientists
    Foresters
  • Median 56,515 51,938
  • Low 10 lt33,104 32,059lt
  • Middle 50 42,709-70,590
    40,125-65,152
  • High 10 gt84,504 gt77,590
  • 33 work with federal government
  • 21 state government
  • 11 local government
  • 35 private industry and consulting firms
  • Starting salaries with BS degrees average
    26,000-32,100
  • With an MS average 39,300 - 47,500
  • With a PhD 57,000

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Hydrologists
  • Total 8,723
  • Does not include teachers and college professors
  • Outlook Excellent
  • Median 66,240
  • Low 10 35,910lt
  • Middle 50 50,700 83,900
  • High 10 101,723
  • 31 at federal government agencies
  • 15 state government
  • 18 management, scientific and technical
    consulting
  • 5 self employed

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Geoscientists
  • Total 30,000
  • Outlook Steady
  • Median 74,015 Starting average
  • Low 10 40,600lt w/BS 41,762
  • Middle 50 53,048-105,944
  • High 10 gt140,8034
  • See next slide for list of all geoscientist
    types

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Biological Scientists
  • Total 77,000
  • Does not include teachers and college professors
  • Outlook Steady
  • Median 59,325
  • Starting salary (BS) 35,645
  • (MS) 40,953
  • Includes Aquatic, marine, limnologists,
    biochemists, botanists, microbiologists,
    physiologists, biophysicists, ecologists,
    zoologists (e.g. ornithologists, herpetologists,
    ichthyologists)
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