The Future is
Green!
What are
green jobs?
Continuing
Education…
Lorraine Faulds
Training & Development Director I
SC Employment Security Commission
Topics
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Major trends
Where is the $ going?
Opportunity areas
Jobs in Energy Management
Jobs for MBAs
Kevin Doyle
Jobs for Scientists
Food
Business
Management
Software Design
Architecture
and Design
Consumer
Products
Activism
Public Policy
Construction
Entertainment
Fashion
Social
Sciences
Earth
Science
Law
Journalism
and New Media
Information
Technology
Engineering
Life Sciences
Marketing, Advertising
and Communications
Why the interest in green jobs?
$$$$
American Recovery
and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)
of 2009
$50 BILLION
Broken down into two areas:
Energy Efficiency (EE) and Renewable Energy (RE)
Goals of the ARRA:
wDouble the capacity of alternative energy over the
next 3 years
wWeatherize 1 million homes
wRetrofit 75% of federal buildings
wBuild 3,000 miles of transmission lines
EE gets $36.5 Billion,
RE gets $8 Billion
w$5 Billion to weatherize homes of one million lowincome families
w$6.3 Billion for energy-related grants to the states
w$4.5 Billion to retrofit federal buildings
w$11 Billion to modernize the nation’s electrical grid
Green Jobs Estimate=
460,000 jobs
(nationally)
wNeed to offset loses, especially in construction and
manufacturing
wOne 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.
What is a
green job?
MANY definitions
wA blue-collar job, upgraded to better respect the
environment (Van Jones, founder of Green For All)
w“Greener” versions of existing occupations
wA traditional job with a layer of green
wJobs that involve protecting wildlife or ecosystems,
reducing pollution or waste, or reducing energy usage
and lowering carbon emissions.
The basis for the definition is…
Any activity or service that performs at least one of the
following:
wGenerating renewable energy
wRecycling existing materials
wEnergy efficient product manufacturing, construction,
installation, and maintenance
wEducation, compliance, conservation, and awareness
wNatural and sustainable product manufacturing
Two General Areas:
Energy Efficiency
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Renewable Energy
Energy Efficiency:
It’s not just about putting on a sweater and turning off
the lights!
wGreen new construction
wBuilding Retrofitting/Weatherization
wMass Transit
wSmart Grid
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
wGeothermal
wHydropower
wNuclear
wHydrogen
wClean/low emission coal
wNatural gas
wBiofuels (also called biomass)
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 state’s electricity.
Industries
Initially…
Construction, Installation, Maintenance (based on
funding)
Top 4 industries with the most
occupations on the list are…
wLife, Physical, and Social Sciences (23 occupations)
wConstruction and Extraction (20)
wArchitecture and Engineering (19)
wProduction (i.e. manufacturing) (19)
Later on…
Engineering, Production, Sciences (i.e. chemists)
Employment in Green Jobs
Occupations with the most employment in 2008:
wTeam Assemblers = 36,580
wLaborers & Freight , Stock and Material Movers = 34,700
wCustomer Service Representatives = 30,150
wMaintenance & Repair Workers = 26,390
wTruck Drivers, Heavy & Tractor Trailer = 23,160
Wages for Green Jobs
Top 5 Green Jobs by 2008 Average Hourly Wage:
wAir Traffic Controller = $51.97*
wNuclear Engineer = $45.25
wComputer & Information Scientists = $44.08
wSales Engineers = $41.05
wChemical Engineers = $40.33
wElectrical Engineers = $38.86
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
National Credentials
The Association of Energy Engineers: facilities managers, HVAC
installers, geothermal certifications
The North American Board of Energy Practitioners: photovoltaic
(solar) installers and photovoltaic technicians
The Building Performance Institute: building analysts, HVAC;
required for Energy Star contractors
Solar Energy International: Renewable energy certifications
The Green Building Certification Institute: Runs the Leadership in
Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) Accredited Professionals
Program for green management and facilities management fields
Current programs can have
a “green” element added:
wConstruction trades: Electrician, Plumber, HVAC
wCulinary trades: Organic farming, composting
wAutomotive: Hybrid and electric powered-vehicles
Jobs in Energy Management
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
Jobs in Energy
Management
Specific jobs:
• Energy Manager
• Energy Engineer
• Energy Conservation Engineer
• Certified Energy Analyst
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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
Energy Manager cont’d.
Typical activities generally include:
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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;
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devising policies and systems for buying energy and helping with contract negotiations;
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providing technical and practical advice and offering training on energy efficiency;
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developing promotional activities and materials to publicize particular schemes;
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contributing to sustainable development initiatives;
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liaising and negotiating with contractors, the building supplies industry, council services and other
relevant organizations;
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ensuring accurate records are maintained and energy monitoring data is collected regularly;
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preparing specifications, drawings and tender documents for building services, improvement or
plant replacement work, including obtaining statutory approvals;
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liaising with and providing technical support to mechanical and electrical design engineers on new
and refurbishment projects regarding sustainability, energy and water conservation;
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carrying out site inspections and energy surveys;
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preparing detailed schedules of work, feasibility studies and cost estimates;
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benchmarking energy consumptions against best practice guidelines;
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keeping abreast of legislation such as the EU Emission Trading Scheme (EU ETS) and ensuring
compliance.
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.
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.
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.
Energy Career
Resources
• Career Currents:
www.eia.doe.gov/kids/resources/teachers/pdfs/CareerCurrents_enmanagement.pdf
Continuing Education
• Energy University
http://www.schneider-electric.com/sites/corporate/en/products-services/training/energy-university/energy-university.page
• Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
http://www.aeecenter.org/i4a/pages/index.cfm?pageid=1
• U.S. Green Building Council > LEED
http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1988
• Other sources?
Jobs for MBAs & MSFs
Jobs for MBAs & MSFs
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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
Sustainability Consultant
Houston, TX
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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.
Municipal Energy Manager
West Hartford, CT
http://www.west-hartford.com/government/West_Hartford_Energy_Plan-2009-03-06.pdf
Chief Sustainability Officer
Austin, TX
http://www.austineconetwork.com/content/chief-sustainability-officer-cso-job-description
Green Business as Public Service
Examples of explosive green business growth:
 Green building
 Clean energy
 Organic food and products
 A market for carbon?
A market for carbon? It’s already here.
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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
Finance and Investment Jobs
Carbon trading
Alternative energy technology innovations
Alternative energy production companies
“Clean Technology” companies
What else?
Jobs for Scientists
Per Kevin Doyle…..August 2010
Additional Information:
Kevin Doyle
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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@gmail.com
617-500-9996
Continued Rapid Growth for Organic Food
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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.
Environmental Scientists
Total currently employed = 76,000
Total does not include teachers and college professors!
Outlook: Steady
Median = $55,000
Low 10% = $33,210<
Middle 50% = $42,106-72,539
High 10% = >$101,723
Employer medians
Federal: $79,184
Local: $52,628
State: $50,452
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
Conservation Scientists/Foresters
Total = 33,959
Total does not include teachers and college professors
Outlook: Slow
Conservation Scientists
Median = $56,515
Low 10% = $<33,104
Middle 50% = $42,709-$70,590
High 10% = >$84,504
Foresters
$51,938
$32,059<
$40,125-65,152
>$77,590
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
Hydrologists
Total = 8,723
Does not include teachers and college professors
Outlook: Excellent
Median = $66,240
Low 10% = $35,910<
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
Geoscientists*
Total = 30,000
Outlook: Steady
Median = $74,015
Starting average
Low 10% = $40,600<
w/BS = $41,762
Middle 50% = $53,048-$105,944
High 10% = >$140,8034
* See next slide for list of all geoscientist types
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)