Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, one of the hottest industry clusters is "green jobs."(see this post for DOL's latest framework for looking at green jobs)
If your WIB/One Stop is looking to implement a green jobs initiative, here are some resources to check out:
- From Jim Cassio's site, you can download the Green Career's Guide. You'll have to fill out a quick form and then will be directed to the free download.
- Green For All--comprehensive website on green jobs. Be sure to check out these success stories from the green collar economy and the Green Jobs Toolkit.
- Imagining Newark's Green Future--resources from Newark's green initiative. Be sure to check out their vision in pictures--really cool way to visualize the big ideas.
- Green Collar Blog--tons of constantly updated resources and articles related to green collar jobs.
Where is your area at in developing a green jobs strategy? What resources have you found most valuable? Leave us a note in comments.
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