Friday, September 25, 2009

Solar Energy Jobs Increasing and Available

By Jessica H. Skymore

The solar energy jobs have skyrocketed by a 25% margin since 2001. The need for alternative energy has spread world wide and the availability of alternative energy jobs have been coinciding with these needs. By 2010 many in the industry expect the needs to increase to incorporate 100,000 new jobs. This is good news for the environment as well as for those seeking the green employment that contributes positive energy to the world.

Over the next few years there is no doubt that the increase in alternative energy jobs will continue to not just rise, but leap high off the percentages page. We need immediate solar energy resources to implement and we need continuing research and development to make solar power more accessible to everyone. Well placed solar energy sources can help increase the effectiveness of the coastal wind turbine efforts. Together the two alternative energy sources can reduce the country's emissions output by a significant margin.

The growing demand for alternative energy jobs is reflected in the progress we have made over the past few years. While there has always been a need for solar research, there has been only a small need for individuals who are able to construct solar and wind energy platforms, install solar panels, work with the power companies, and help educate the world on the progress. Solar energy jobs are going to be one of those in demand and high increase job markets.

While we can definitely be proud of the increase in solar energy jobs throughout the United States, our increase has yet to match the increase of many European countries. They are outperforming us on available solar energy job availability as well as wind turbine construction. The competitive nature of the figures has nothing to do with rivalry, but a hands on study of how we have progressed in alternative energy jobs. While our efforts are more than reasonable for such a short period of time, we need a stronger movement to get things moving in the right direction.

The clean energy jobs that are being created today are the jobs that will help the planet recreate its entire energy system. We will have new ways to heat homes and keep the lights on. We will have reduced energy bills and more efficient energy use. We will effectively clean up the planet one solar panel at a time.

There is no doubt that solar power can take away a huge dependence on traditional oil and gas resources, which decreases political stress while increasing eco friendly practices. The progress through this single generation toward solar power is really quite amazing.

Sometimes in order to get the alternative energy job that you have your eye on, you will need to gather some experience and the right education. Sometimes you can pick up an internship or an alternate position while you are finishing up your education.

Some students are offered a transfer to help fill in the voids in the industry. While this can mean losing college credits it also pretty guaranteed you a job before as well as after college. Those who apply and are selected are definitely in a unique position. The transfer can be hard on you but the experience is once in a lifetime.

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