What is the Career Outlook for Green Building?
McGraw Hill Construction projects that today’s green building market is likely to double by 2013. It’s an industry that’s on the rise and positioned to be a major factor in the overall economic health of the nation. The U.S. is currently experiencing an expansion of college and vocational green programs – programs that can be completed in less than two years. These programs are career specific and train you how to ‘green’ your career. In fact, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act addresses opportunities in the green building industry. The act focuses on the investment and improvement of today’s buildings – including residential and commercial – and is designed to create millions of new green jobs and save billions in energy and money. Projected projects include: green schools, green federal buildings, Weatherization Assistance Program, Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, public housing, and more. There are additional tax incentives available for energy-efficient homes
