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Chris Keenan Chris Keenan is a contributing author to a number of green blogs. He also maintains his own personal food blog where he shares his love of food and favorite recipes.

Finding a Green Job: What 2013 Has in Store for You

Finding a Green Job: What 2013 Has in Store for You

Finding a green job in 2013 is a matter of knowing where to search. Green careers are popping up throughout multiple industries, many you may not have expected. Get prepared for your green career in 2013 now.

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Going Green: Eco-Friendly Business Ideas for Savvy Entrepreneurs

Going Green: Eco-Friendly Business Ideas for Savvy Entrepreneurs

Many people dream of starting up an eco-friendly business and for the savvy entrepreneur the service industry offers surprising potential. As more people demand greener businesses and services, green jobs in the eco-friendly services are expected to grow.

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Green Jobs for Recent Graduates: Make a Sustainable Impact

Green Jobs for Recent Graduates: Make a Sustainable Impact

It has never been easier to find green jobs for recent graduates, especially for college students studying sustainability programs online or using traditional methods. In these tough economic times, learn how to make an eco-friendly impact with your career.

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Report: The Greener The Industry, The Higher The Job Growth Rate Over The Last Decade

Report: The Greener The Industry, The Higher The Job Growth Rate Over The Last Decade

Green careers and the green economy are not clearly defined, many sectors relate to them as companies move towards sustainability. According to recent reports, the green job sector is larger than previously thought and accounts for more economic growth than previously published.

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An Untapped Resource: How Offshore Wind Can Create Jobs and Help the Economy

An Untapped Resource: How Offshore Wind Can Create Jobs and Help the Economy

The U.S. has an abundant energy resource right off its coast, this untapped resource can also create hundreds of thousands of renewable energy jobs. It is known as offshore wind farms, which produce renewable and clean energy from the natural sea breeze.

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Green Jobs in Massachusetts are Exploding in Numbers

Green Jobs in Massachusetts are Exploding in Numbers

Despite the economic downturn, Massachusetts was able to add over 70,000 green jobs over the course of the year. The passing of recent legislation has proven that the state is committed to green job growth and making environmentally friendly decisions.

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Developing Green Careers Around the World

Developing Green Careers Around the World

Countries around the world are seeking to grow and promote green jobs, not only to improve the environment but to stimulate economic growth and development. The focus is not just on new green job opportunities either, but looks to transform existing roles, making them more eco-friendly.

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Six Environmentally Friendly Careers to Watch

Six Environmentally Friendly Careers to Watch

Green jobs are becoming ever more popular as the green economy grows. Get prepared for your green career by exploring all of your options on how to make a little green while going green. Here is a look at the top 6 green careers, for your green job hunting consideration!

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Wind Power Threatened: How This Year’s Presidential Election Could Impact Energy Jobs

Wind Power Threatened: How This Year’s Presidential Election Could Impact Energy Jobs

The Production Tax Credit, or PTC has helped stimulate wind energy production and with it creating green jobs. However, Republicans are looking to cut that credit if they take the White House during the 2012 election. It is important we don’t lose our momentum in adopting renewable energy sources.

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Going Green: A List of Environmentally Friendly Careers

Going Green: A List of Environmentally Friendly Careers

The recent political landscape has been full of discussion around job and even green careers. You don’t have to be an environmental scientist or electrical engineer to make a difference. Take a look at these 5 green jobs that can let you be green and make some green.

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