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July 22, 2008
 
Smart Tip: Eco-Friendly Jobs
by Anna Donaldson

2008-07-22 10:16:11.0
 

As concerns about global warming force people to reassess their daily routines, people are seeking nine-to-fives that improve the environment. The current 8.6 million U.S. jobs in renewable-energy and energy-efficient industries are estimated to grow to as many as 40 million by the year 2030. Whether they're installing eco-friendly irrigation systems or hiring and firing employees at organic food companies, many people are applying their skills to make the world a greener place. Here are some top environmentally friendly job industries:

 

 

        ·        Ecotourism

 

·        Planning and Land Use

 

·        Alternative Health and Medicine

 

·        Renewable Energy

 

·        Environmental Law

 

·        Information Technology for Eco-Friendly Organizations

 

·        Eco-education

 

·        Design and Construction

 

·        Corporate Responsibility Advocacy

 

·        Organic Food and Farming

 

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