PV Gap

Valerie Said:

solar and alternative energy in nse bse?

We Answered:

Look into ETF's rather than individual companies? PBW..GEX

Julio Said:

What is the best stock to own if you're interested in solar energy as an alternative resource play?

We Answered:

First Solar ---stock symbol FSLR----is the one I've been recommended over and over.

Kenneth Said:

what should i look for in a college if i want to do something with solar or other alternative energy?

We Answered:

There are quite a few schools that now offer Earth and Environmental Engineering and Civil Engineering programs with concentrations in Environmental Sciences.

You might not be able to study...directly....solar energy...but you can find alternative energy courses to take within your major.

I go to Columbia University's Engineering School and we have an Earth and Environmental Engineering program. IF you want to major in this, you should look for accredited schools. To list a few: University of California Irvine, Columbia University, Drexel University, University of Florida, Georgia Institute of Technology, Johns Hopkins University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Ohio State University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, etc.

To search: http://www.abet.org/accrediteac.asp
Go under the disciple category and pick environmental.

Earth and Environmental is a very interesting career path to take. There is a lot of potential in the job market because of the investments being made in alternative energy. However, there is a debate on who will actual get these jobs. Being a civil engineering major, I am generally a competitive candidate for jobs in the Earth and Environmental Science sector. This means...that in my generation...several disciplines in Engineering are getting alternative energy jobs. However, your generation will definitly have so many opportunities open! This sector of engineering seems very bright!

Good luck!

Kelly Said:

Why is McCain suddenly in favor of solar energy?

We Answered:

He has borrowed most of Senator Obama's talking points. But just as talk. He picked big oil as his side dish (his term, not mine). McCain is an elitist who thinks the country only deserves what he dumps on it.