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How Local Policies Can Support the Development of Green Jobs

Author
Cajina, Ana; Hess Pace, Kate; Patterson, Anika; Randall, C.J.
Abstract
Green jobs and the green economy have received considerable attention from state and national policymakers, particularly in the energy efficiency sector. Local leaders can capitalize on the momentum and facilitate the growth of green jobs in industries ranging from construction to manufacturing to high-tech. By focusing initially on weatherization and retrofitting projects, communities will create jobs, increase energy efficiency, and save taxpayers' money. To maximize the benefits of this growing industry, policy makers will need to address financing options, job training, changes in local policy, programs to support green entrepreneurs, and local manufacturing of energy efficiency products.
Description
Item removed from eCommons on 2010-01-04 at Cornell University Library's discretion.
Sponsorship
Cornell University Center for a Sustainable Future
Date Issued
2009-12-24Subject
green jobs; weatherization; energy efficiency; economic development
Type
article