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Article - Top 10 Reasons Why Green Jobs Are Vital to Our Economy

This September, 2011 article written by the Center for American Progress states how green jobs are integral to any effort to jumpstart the US economy and reduce as rapidly as possible the 9.1 percent unemployment rate. It states that the rapid growth of green jobs will boost demand in the economy by reducing unemployment, making America more competitive in the global economy, and protect our public health—all of which will result in greater economic productivity and long-term economic prosperity.
Sector:
General Clean Tech
Topic:
"Employment Industry Projections", "Innovative Practices & Partnerships", "Policy & Funding Sources"
This resource made possible with the generous support from the Kresge Foundation