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Careers in Renewable Energy: Get a Green Energy Job Paperback – March 1, 2008
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- Print length208 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherPixyJack Press
- Publication dateMarch 1, 2008
- Dimensions7.25 x 0.5 x 7.75 inches
- ISBN-10097737243X
- ISBN-13978-0977372430
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This book is a gem! For those who are searching for a rewarding career in renewable energy, this is the place to start. It is chock full of important information and resources that will guide you on your journey. I highly recommend it. --Susan T. Schleith, Education Coordinator, Florida Solar Energy Center
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- Publisher : PixyJack Press; First Edition (March 1, 2008)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 208 pages
- ISBN-10 : 097737243X
- ISBN-13 : 978-0977372430
- Item Weight : 11.2 ounces
- Dimensions : 7.25 x 0.5 x 7.75 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #7,122,324 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #2,866 in Career Development Counseling
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Gregory McNamee is a writer, journalist, editor, photographer, and publisher. He is the author or editor of 35 books and of more than 4,000 periodical pieces. He is a consultant, contributor, and contributing editor to the Encyclopaedia Britannica and its blog. He is also a contributing editor to Kirkus Reviews and The Bloomsbury Review.
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- Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2009This book should be called "qualification in renewable energy". It talks how to qualify in seven fields of renewable energy:solar,wind,geothermal, hydroelectric power& marine energy, bio-energy, hydrogen energy & fuel cells and green building. It'll also refer you to college program and certificates and further-study websites/books.
However the book doesn't list the major companies in each industry/sector. But if it did, the book would be much thicker.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2012I bought this book as part of my research into a degree program in renewable energy. I was amazed by the depth of detail about the widespread development of alternative energy systems and the variety of jobs associated with "green" energy. This book has become a major reference work in my growing library of developments in PV, wind, and hydroelectric energy systems. I highly recommend it to anyone considering employment in the growing industry of renewable energy production.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2013This book is a great resource for anyone who is interested in the careers within the renewable energy field. I would recommend this to a friend (already have) and this helped me to realize my future within the industry.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2008If you are looking for the typical career guide that is a dry list of job titles, job descriptions, and employers that is old news the day it goes to print, this is NOT it. Careers in Renewable Energy is what students and career-changing folks will WANT and NEED and can USE to find validation and inspiration as they embark on a career solving our growing sustainability problems!
I teach an undergraduate Earth Sustainability course that gets students fired up to work toward changes in the ways we produce and consume energy globally. While it's great that they have that motivation, few know where to direct it. I've shared my copy of Careers in Renewable Energy with them, and it seems to go from student to student, never making it back to my bookshelf between!
The author provides backgrounds on each category of renewables (e.g. hydrogen, solar, wind, geothermal, hydro) as well as applications (e.g. building, transportation). From there, he talks about skill sets and courses that provide the best foundation for various areas and job functions. These roadmaps can be used to customize a curriculum that best prepares one to work in a given renewable energy field. And as we know, energy problems don't align neatly with a given university department!
Mr. McNamee presents a carefully assembled set of tools, really, to help one on a journey toward a career in renewable energy. There's information on the green universities, certifications, associations, job sites, and publications. The author takes a very holistic approach to career selection and preparation. It's not about "how can I earn the most money" but more about "how can I find a way to contribute to solving our energy crisis?"
The book is an enjoyable read, succinct yet complete. It is a must-have for anyone considering a new or different career in renewable energy...or anyone advising them! And if you weren't already considering a new career? You might after you read THIS book! Enjoy :-)
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PoddyReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 24, 20091.0 out of 5 stars Dissapointing and not particularly inspiring
It reads like a secondary school career guide. It is un-inspiring! I would have hoped for more around white collar jobs. Instead it reads "spend 4-5 years retraining to become a solar engineer. Then you can get a job as one". Obvious and pointless. Also, its US-centric.


