Over the past decade the clean energy industry in America has increased significantly. Currently there are more then 2.5 million Americans working in the clean energy and energy transport. Energy efficiency has become one of the largest sectors in all 50 states making one in every three people working in clean energy.
WHY YOU SHOULD TAKE A LOOK
KEY TAKEAWAYS
The most growth in clean energy jobs includes renewable energy generation, energy efficiency, and advanced vehicles. Thanks to the Clean Power Plan, global carbon-reduction commitments in Paris, and the renewed tax credits for wind and solar, the U.S. clean energy economy is well-positioned for growth
The Sectors
Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency is the largest sector in the clean energy economy with nearly 1.9 million Americans employed in related jobs.
- Energy Efficiency Jobs:
- Energy Star appliances manufacturing
- Energy efficient lighting installation
- Efficient HVAC equipment
- Lightweight materials/insulation manufacturing
Renewable Energy
Solar energy jobs make up almost three quarters of all jobs in renewable energy. In 2015 there were 299,953 jobs in solar energy generation. According to The Solar Foundation an annual industry cense revealed that the U.S. solar industry grew by 20 percent in 2015
Renewable Energy Jobs:
- Solar Energy related jobs
- Wind Energy related jobs
- Biofuel creation
- Low – Impact Hydro
Advanced Vehicles
Advanced vehicle manufacturing is a growing sector in clean energy economy in America. This sector employed nearly 170,000 people in 2015. In 2015 automakers Tesla Motors, Nissan and Chevrolet were manufacturing more electric and hybrid vehicle then in previous years, employing more Americans at their factories.
Advanced Vehicles in America:
- Hybrid Vehicles
- Electric Vehicles
- Fuel Cell Vehicles
- Natural gas powered vehicles
