Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Green Jobs that Won't Make You Poor

Are you dissatisfied with your current job? When one thinks of "green jobs," it almost seems synonymous with "non-profit" -- a rewarding venture that doesn't offer much in terms of salary. However, there are careers out there in the green market that can earn six figures for the right candidate

  1. Demand for environmental engineers is expected to grow over 25% over the next eight years. This consulting gig can pay well over 100K.
  2. If you are an environmental lawyer, your $145,000 salary means that you swim in the same league as those "other guys."
  3. Industrial designers with an eye for reducing packaging and substituting sustainable materials are paid handsomely.
  4. Like to watch the thermometer? Climatologist might be the right career for you. That and other science jobs can earn you over six figures.

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