PV Gap

Maria Said:

Will there be lot sof jobs for renewable energy engineers in the future?

We Answered:

yea renewable job ...would be greate for mechnical and elecrical degrees

But another area to think of is environmental engineering....huge job promise in this area...for the future

Deborah Said:

Where to look for jobs in renewable energy?

We Answered:

ask them if their force is also renewable...

Patsy Said:

How much renewable energy can be created and how many jobs would be created with 700 billion dollars?

We Answered:

The impact would be astronomical. As it is I am trying to fill in the last couple pieces to start a renewable energy (electricity, heating, etc) plant in my state (a plant that would only create a vast number of jobs for people in my state). If the government dedicated that money to scientific research and development of renewable energy our lives and ability to be "green" should only improve. However, keep in mind that technically the government doesn't have 700 B dollars, but are borrowing it from The Federal Reserve and further increasing our national debt. However, if the invested the money in researching and developing renewable energy resources, it would create a vast number of jobs and possibly help our economy as technology and methods we discover could also be sold to other countries looking to improve their environmental and economic impact. On a personal note, I feel that the government should hold the Bank Heads financially responsible for bailing out their own banks since it was their greed that got us into this situation in the first place. Anyway, I hope I answered your question!

Anthony Said:

What kinds of jobs can this renewable energy certificate get me?

We Answered:

Go to http://www.monster.com

Darren Said:

Is there a website that is out there for renewable energy job postings that one doesn't need to be an engineer?

We Answered:

i'm pretty sure that a lot of solar energy companies want people who can install solar panels. there are classes at some community colleges where you can learn the details of installation and maintenance. i think it would be smart to start a company that installs solar panels.

i'm sure there is much more out there as well, good luck on your search and thank you for wanting to help grow the "green market", that makes me happy.

Kirk Said:

How in demand will renewable energy jobs be in the near future?

We Answered:

In general, now is a great time to get into the field, as it is still relatively young and growing fast, so there's an overall lack of truly experienced workers in the field. But whether or not you will easily find a job really depends on what you want to do in the sector and what your background is. For positions that don't require any real technical knowledge about the field (i.e. public affairs, legal, accounting, finance, construction), then jobs should be pretty easy to find, even with no formal training/certificate in renewable energy. There are some positions, such as engineers, scientists, environmentalists, or developers where you can probably find a position without any previous experience, but the certificate you mention would certainly help in getting yourself noticed as someone who is really motivated and desiring to be in the field. Then there are the most technical positions, such as plant operators or consultants where a formal degree would probably be most helpful in landing a position.

In short, the course you mention is a great idea to get started, but you should also do some research on the exact position you're interested in to see how much background employers expect you to have in the field. For some positions, a short course may be sufficient, in others, it may not be. But if you are motivated and persistent, do all you can to learn about the field and talk to people in the field, and eventually, you should be able to land a position.

Juan Said:

Hillary says she will bring millions of jobs to America with renewable energy?

We Answered:

A shift from nonrenewable sources of energy to renewable sources is a big change; somehow I doubt that someone can do it all within one or even two presidential terms. On the other hand, someone has to try and make a start, so she can certainly be congratulated for making the effort--if she does it. As for the other things you mention, well, of course, anybody on the Democratic side would be an improvement over the incumbent.