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?
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
Six Things You Need to Know about Sustainability If you read any green blogs or listen to traditional media's take on the green economy, you have no doubt heard the term "sustainability." Learn six tips you need to know as you pursue your green career. . . . more
The Unfolding of Global Climate Change Policy Let us bring you up to speed on the pending Critical Climate Change legislation and also offer links to several recently released governmental reports that decision makers turn to when evaluating various climate change policies. . . . more
Green Careers in News and Media If you have an interest in the News and Media industry, there are many options to consider including Print Media, Broadcasting, Electronic Media, and Graphical Media. . . . more
What to Do When the Path to Your Green Career is Blocked Some people are turning away from opportunity because the path isn't completely clear. Perhaps the industry isn't developed yet, the jobs aren't available locally, or their personal skills aren't sought after. . . . more
Four Steps to Solving Your Green Career Dilemma Does the thrill of the unknown motivate you or stop you in your tracks? Given that the green economy is just forming, there is no way to know exactly how it is all going to unfold. Don't let the desire to make the perfect decision keep you from making any decision. . . . more
Facing the Unknown Does the thrill of the unknown motivate you or stop you in your tracks? Given that the green economy is just forming, there is no way to know exactly how it is all going to unfold. Don't let the desire to make the perfect decision keep you from making any decision. . . . more
Four Strategies to Find Local Green Jobs In our first market research survey, we discovered that one of the most important issues for our respondents was finding a green career in their local area. Obviously the answer to that question varies by your location and how green is your local economy. . . . more
Green Policy and Direction You will want to investigate a career in Green Policy and Direction if your interests lie in directly affecting the progress of environmental policies to bring about positive change. . . . 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
Here's what our members and subscribers are saying ...
"Green Career Central's process was incredibly helpful in getting me started in a new career direction. The worksheets and brainstorming exercises in the What's Your Green Niche ebook helped me realize I already had the skills to launch a new green career. Today, less that four months later, I have a terrific salary doing business development for energy and environmental projects. Thanks to Green Career Central, my dream of merging my personal conviction with professional life came true.
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Kelly Fergusson
Menlo Park, CA
Menlo Park Council Member (Mayor, 2007) turned Business Development Manager of Energy & Environmental Solutions
"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."
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Map to Your Green Career
