Green Jobs in the U.S. Metro Areas October 2008
Current and Potential Green Jobs in the U.S. Economy
Prepared for The United States Conference of Mayors and the Mayors Climate Protection Center
In this report, the U.S. Conference of Mayors and Global Insight have examined the economic benefits of the 'Green Economy' - that part of economic activity which is devoted to the reduction of fossil fuels, the increase of energy efficiency, and the curtailment of greenhouse gas emissions. The greening of the U.S. economy, of the global economy, is not a dismantling of the past, but a new step forward – the next step in a continuous process of economic growth and transformation that began with industrialization and led us through the high-tech revolution. The economic advantages of the Green Economy include the macroeconomic benefits of investment in new technologies, greater productivity, improvements in the US balance of trade, and increased real disposable income across the nation. They also include the microeconomic benefits of lower costs of doing business and reduced household energy expenditures. These advantages are manifested in job growth, income growth, and of course, a cleaner environment. Click here for the full report.
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LEED Projects Emerge from Local Landscape
Colorado Springs Business Journal – Becky Hurley - February 6, 2009
Like much of the West, the Pikes Peak region has been eager to embrace energy-efficient, sustainable building design — and already boasts its share of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design-designated structures. Whether driven by an altruistic desire to save the planet or by goodwill and modern marketing strategies, the move to green is garnering momentum. LEED status is conferred based on a point system developed by the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED-certified, for example, means a building meets at least 69 requirements. To qualify for LEED Silver, Gold or Platinum status, additional standards or criteria must be met. Click here for the complete story.
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