green jobs

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Green_Jobs_Energy_Sector_Report.pdf (473.67 KB)

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Identifies the key skills workers need to fill green jobs in the renewable energy and energy efficiency sectors. Also also proposes instituting an industry-specific talent network, and provides recommendations for state agencies, workforce and community groups, and educational institutions seeking to build a flexible pipeline of skilled green workers to meet employer demand.

A Multi-State Comparison of Economic Development Policies Designed to Increase Green Jobs in New Jersey

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A Multi-State Comparison of Economic Development Policies Designed to Increase Green Jobs in New Jersey

Topic

economic growth

energy

New Jersey

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Published Date

January 1, 2009

Status

Completed

Funded By

New Jersey Governor’s Office of Economic Growth

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Projects

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From 2009 to 2010, the New Jersey Governor’s Office of Economic Growth contracted with the Heldrich Center to produce a report that compared various approaches, programs, and incentives key competitor states were using to attract and grow green jobs in the energy sector. The report was designed to inform the development of the state’s economic growth strategies in the energy industry.

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Comparison study of what states use to attract and grow green jobs.

Understanding Green Jobs in New Jersey

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Understanding Green Jobs in New Jersey

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Published Date

September 7, 2012

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Understanding_Green_Jobs_Brochure_RMD.pdf (838.55 KB)

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Explains what green jobs are, identifies the sectors where they exist in New Jersey, and provides resources for finding more information.

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Explains what green jobs are and provides resources for finding more information.

Preparing the Workforce for a “Green Jobs” Economy

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Preparing the Workforce for a “Green Jobs” Economy

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Published Date

February 26, 2009

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Work Category

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Heldrich Center_Green_Jobs_Brief.pdf (142.6 KB)

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Identifies the types of jobs and skills that will be in demand in a clean energy economy; the factors that are driving the new energy economy and the growth of its workforce; and considers strategies for building competitive, flexible workforce systems that can respond to emerging employer needs and highlights best practices occurring around the nation.

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Identifies the types of jobs and skills that will be in demand in a clean energy economy.

U.S. House Testimony on Green Jobs

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U.S. House Testimony on Green Jobs

Topic

Green Economy

Testimony

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Published Date

April 1, 2009

Type

Presentations

Work Category

(OLD) Related Experts

Kathy Krepcio

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US_House_Testimony.pdf (75.66 KB)

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Testimony from Kathy Krepcio about preparing the nation’s workforce for a greener energy economy with a focus on green collar jobs in the energy industry. Presented before the House Committee on Education and Labor, Subcommittee on Workforce Protections.

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Testimony about preparing the nation’s workforce for a greener energy economy.

Strategies for Including People with Disabilities in the Green Jobs Talent Pipeline: Roundtable Proceedings

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Strategies for Including People with Disabilities in the Green Jobs Talent Pipeline: Roundtable Proceedings

Topic

Disability Employment

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Published Date

January 1, 2011

Type

Conferences & Seminars

Related Authors

Carl E. Van Horn, Ph.D.

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Green_Jobs_Proceedings.pdf (650.41 KB)

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Provides proceedings from a roundtable focused on including people with disabilities in the green jobs talent pipeline. Offers highlights from the roundtables and discusses the recommendations that resulted.

On December 16, 2009, the NTAR Leadership Center, in partnership with ODEP, sponsored a roundtable to bring together thought leaders and entrepreneurial problem solvers to develop recommendations to ensure people with disabilities are included in the emerging energy efficiency and renewable energy workforce talent pipelines. The event was attended by over 50 individuals with expertise in workforce development, green jobs, disability employment, sector strategies, and economic development. The participants represented labor unions; the employer community; advocates for people with disabilities and other populations such as veterans and ex-offenders; as well as local, state, and federal policymakers.

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Provides proceedings from a roundtable focused on including people with disabilities in the green jobs talent pipeline.

Preparing the Green Jobs Workforce: Lessons from the U.S.

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Preparing the Green Jobs Workforce: Lessons from the U.S.

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Published Date

October 22, 2010

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Presentations

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Preparing_Green_Jobs_Workforce.pdf (531.29 KB)

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Explores green jobs in the United States, the skills needed for such jobs, the challenges faced by training programs, and recommendations for workforce professionals.

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Explores green jobs in the United States.

In-state Employment Outcomes of Students Completing Green Degree Programs in New Jersey

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In-state Employment Outcomes of Students Completing Green Degree Programs in New Jersey

Topic

Education & Training

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Published Date

August 7, 2012

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