jobsBooming Green EconomyPosted June 20th, 2008 by elenaThe Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) commissioned the University of Massachusetts – Amherst to research just how many jobs could be created in the fight against global warming. It included six key areas: building retrofitting, transit, energy-efficient automobiles, wind energy, solar power and cellulosic biomass fuels. ...read more » March 19, 2008: Energy Efficiency Could Bolster EconomyPosted March 19th, 2008 by elenaEnvironment Illinois has issued a report showing that increased energy efficiency could save money and increase jobs. Associated Press 3/27/08 webinar: "Building Green Collar Jobs Programs at the State and Local Level"Posted March 12th, 2008 by ErinStojanRuccoloSlides & audio below RE-AMP Commons Webcast briefing Reports featured in this briefing include:
Feb. 27, 2008: Granholm: State Losing Jobs Without Renewable Energy MandatePosted February 27th, 2008 by elenaMichigan Governor Jennifer Granholm continues her efforts to increase the state's renewable energy in order to create jobs and improve the economy. Associated Press Feb. 14, 2008: Big Push for Alternative Energy JobsPosted February 14th, 2008 by elenaTom Walsh discusses Gov. Granholm's forsight to seize renewable energy opportunities. Detroit Free Press Jan. 29, 2008: Granholm: A Way to End Economic CrisisPosted January 29th, 2008 by elenaIn her State of the State address, Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm focused on renewable energy and its potential to relieve Michigan's job loss. Associated Press March 13, 2007: Can North Dakota Fuel The Job Needs of Growing Bio-Fuel Industry?Posted March 14th, 2007 by elenaWith ethanol and biodiesel gaining steam, thousands of new jobs are developing in power plants. PRAIRIE NEWS SERVICE Can North Dakota Fuel The Job Needs of Growing Bio-Fuel Industry? ...read more »  |
