Here is a list of six green industry jobs with great potential.
If you are interested in the green technological revolution, or if you are just looking to get out of your field of work into something new, dynamic and exciting, then lists like this should help you get a good idea of the opportunities currently out there.
All that remains is for you to make the move and do what it takes to grasp the green job opportunities whilst they are in hot demand! 1 - Wind-turbine mechanic: You cannot erect a wind turbine and just let it be, as the turbines are huge motors that contain very complex machinery, just like a car.
As a result, wind turbines need regular maintenance and tuning to keep it operating at its optimal specification.
Wind-turbine mechanic courses are now being offered...
2 - Energy auditor: This rapidly growing profession is great for people who want to make a difference, and make some good money in the process.
Energy auditors determine the efficiency level of heating and cooling systems in you home, as well the effectiveness of your insulation and other such parameters which can drastically impact your energy bills.
They can also, if they have the skills, do some of the weatherization work after the audit is complete.
3 - Green builder: Whilst the competition for jobs amongst builders is extremely high, only a small number of builders have taken the step and moved into the green buildings trade.
This niche market is expanding fast enough that practically any builder who qualifies, as a "green builder" will find employment fast.
4 - Solar-panel installer: The archetypal 'green job', solar-panel installers are growing in number by the day.
In certain parts of the US, there is a large demand for solar panel installation.
Typically carpenters and electricians take up this profession, as the job as a mixture between the two.
5 - Fuel cell engineer: This is not the sort of field you just walk into: we're talking a full university course in order to qualify as a 'green' engineer.
However, graduates with such a diploma have the world at their feet, especially those who have focused on fuel cells.
Hydrogen fuel cells are one of the great technologies of the future, as they enable cars to run with no polluting emissions.
Engineers with an in-depth knowledge of this technology are in hot demand.
6 - Wind-turbine factory worker: Wind power is the fastest growing source of alternative energy in the US, and a growing number of production facilities are being built to manufacture turbines.
Modern wind turbines are very complex and they require a large and skilled labour force to make them.
There is a whole range of factory jobs up for grabs in this field, from a high level engineer to a factory floor assembly worker.
Typically, employment in this field is very well paid.