The Future is Green!

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The Future is Green!
What are green jobs? Continuing Education
Lorraine Faulds Training Development Director
I SC Employment Security Commission
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Topics

• Major trends
• Where is the going?
• Opportunity areas
• Jobs in Energy Management
• Jobs for MBAs
• Kevin Doyle
• Jobs for Scientists

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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
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Why the interest in green jobs?
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American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)
of 200950 BILLION Broken down into two
areas Energy Efficiency (EE) and Renewable
Energy (RE)
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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
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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
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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.
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What is a green job?
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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
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Two General Areas Energy Efficiency and
Renewable Energy
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Energy Efficiency Its not just about putting
on a sweater and turning off the lights!wGreen
new constructionwBuilding Retrofitting/Weatheriz
ationwMass TransitwSmart Grid
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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)
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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.
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IndustriesInitiallyConstruction,
Installation, Maintenance (based on funding)
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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)
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Later onEngineering, Production, Sciences
(i.e. chemists)
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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
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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
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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
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Current programs can have a green
element addedwConstruction trades
Electrician, Plumber, HVACwCulinary trades
Organic farming, compostingwAutomotive Hybrid
and electric powered-vehicles
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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

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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

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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.

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Energy Career Resources

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

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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.

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Municipal Energy Manager West Hartford, CT

• http//www.west-hartford.com/government/West_Hartf
  ord_Energy_Plan-2009-03-06.pdf

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Chief Sustainability OfficerAustin, TX

• http//www.austineconetwork.com/content/chief-sust
  ainability-officer-cso-job-description

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Green Business as Public Service

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

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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

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Finance and Investment Jobs

• Carbon trading
• Alternative energy technology innovations
• Alternative energy production companies
• Clean Technology companies
• What else?

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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)