Turn Your Passion for the Environment into a Prosperous Career
Finding a green career is a journey.
The more you know about your intended destination (and the more you prepare), the more you will achieve.
I have created this site to give you the guidance and support you need to match your passion for the environment, your skill set, and your experience, with a career where you can make a difference and prosper.
Interested in getting support for your green career journey? Learn more about our free trial membership.
If you'd like to learn more about the site, take our tour.
All the best,
Carol McClelland, PhD
Founder and Managing Editor
Map to Your Green Career Most of the people we talk with know they want a green career, but they don't know how to find that new career. Even if you think you know, read this article because it will give you an overview of how to use Green Career Central. . . . more
Tour of Green Career Central™ No doubt you've already noticed there are hundreds of links on Green Career Central™. The key to finding your way around is to understand the purpose of each of the categories in the vertical navigation bars on either side of the website pages. . . . more
Step-by-Step Guide A Step-by-Step Guide to identifying your next green career and turning that idea into a job or business. . . . more
Making the Most of It This article introduces a series that describes how to make the most of the Green Career Central™ site. . . . more
Green Manufacturing Industry Profile Green manufacturing is a method of production that reduces waste and pollution. If you're interested in a career in Green manufacturing, use this industry profile to launch your exploration and job search. . . . more
Eight Strategies to Make the Most of Earth Day Events Earth Day is just around the corner. Read this article to discover strategies you can use to leverage this opportunity to connect with the green network in your geographic area. . . . more
Education Makes a Difference Global warming is a very complex, multi-faceted, scientific issue. If you want to make a difference and contribute to turning this situation around, you must educate yourself on the key issues. Educational options are popping up that may interest you. . . . more
Cool Green Career Interview with Environmental Studies Professor Kristin Jensen Sullivan is an Environmental Studies Professor with The Kirsch Center at De Anza Community College in Cupertino, CA and teaches nearly 300 students in a variety of environmental subjects. . . . more
Demystifying the Green Niche The most important part of Green Career Central is defining your green niche. This audio and chart takes the mystery out of the green niche. You'll learn how to discern whether your green niche is specific enough and what you can do to strengthen your niche. . . . more
Guide to Green Career Central - Start Here If you are just starting out on Green Career Central or you want to take stock of where you are, take a look at this snapshot of the site. . . . more
The Green Economy...The Mother of All Markets I just returned from Good Jobs, Green Jobs: A National Green Jobs Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This Green Career Tip is a synopsis of what I learned at the conference. . . . more
The "Recession" Doesn't Need to Stop Your Green Career Dreams! Even get frustrated that the economy is taking a turn right when you are ready to search for your green career? Don't let it stop you from making progress toward your goal! Read this article for some pointers to keep you focused on the future you desire. . . . more
Cool Green Career Interview with Residential Solar Consultant Brandon Heiken is a Residential Solar Consultant with REC Solar. As a solar sales person, he generates and follows up on sales leads, talking with prospective clients to help them assess whether putting a solar system on their house is a financially viable option. . . . more
Debunking Myths about the Green Economy As we talk with people at networking meetings and our group calls, we hear them make assumptions about the Green Economy that aren't true. They may have been true at some point, but times have changed. If you are holding yourself back from entering the Green Economy, check to see if you are buying into any outdated assumptions. . . . more
How Long Will It Take to Find My Green Career? As you explore your green career options, you may wonder how long it's going to take to figure out your best path. This article lays out the factors that will impact the length of your quest. You'll discover factors that you can work with to speed things up! . . . more
Map to Your Green Career Most of the people we talk with know they want a green career, but they don't know how to find that new career. Even if you think you know, read this article because it will give you an overview of how to use Green Career Central. . . . more
Step 6: What Green Education Format Is Best for You? If you are discovering additional green education would enhance your ability to plug into the green economy, don't panic. We know it's sometimes difficult to think about incorporating school into your busy schedule. These days there are a number of education options worth considering. . . . more
Here's what our members and subscribers are saying ...
"I've got my green niche! The brainstorming sessions are a great tool for capturing my random thoughts and actually organizing them into cohesive career paths. Amazing! Thank you Carol!
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Taj
Oakland, CA
Green Career Changer
"Hi Carol, I love your Green Career Central website and deeply thank you for making the trial membership available. This is likely the only site of its kind on the Internet. A lot of thought and care have been put into it. Thanks to the exercises in Step 1, I'm finally able to articulate what I'm passionate about and how I want to use my passion in the world. Thank you so much."
Alice
San Ramon, CA
Green Career Changer
"Thanks for hosting the Plug into the Green Economy teleconference tonight. It was very informative, encouraging, and helpful. Thanks again for your site, your awesome service, and your sage advice!"
Paul
Santa Cruz, CA
Green Career Changer
"Thank you again for the Seasons of Change and your online system. They were so helpful to me. Learning to strengthen my HeartMagnet enabled me to listen and trust my heart wisdom. The journey has been so joyful because I trust myself so much more than before. There are new surprises around every corner that guide me toward my new future."
Michele
Redwood City, CA
Dental Hygienist turned Integrative Health Consultant
"Carol, thanks for your first Tip of the Week. Connecting with what I'm drawn to brought tears to my eyes and made me feel happy and excited. I now know what I'm looking for in my green career. I will continue to look to you and yours for support as I make my way forward. Thank you."
Sample Articles
Map to Your Green Career
