Education & Training
The following are links to selected education & training web sites with a focus on 'green' technology and business solutions:
Clemson University - Center for Emerging Technologies
Coursera - Offering Free Online Courses in Environmental Studies from major universities.
edX - Offering Free Online courses in Environmental Studies and Sustainability from major universities.
EnergyStar Training Center - A resource center helping for EnergyStar partners improve their sales effectiveness, assess home energy use, and make homes more energy efficient.
Green Building Education & Training - Education and training programs developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).
Green Computing Training & Certification - Training & certification programs offered by the Green Computing Initiative (GCI) for computer professionals.
National Alternative Fuel Training Consortium - The NAFTC is the only nationwide alternative fuel vehicle and advanced technology vehicle training organization in the U.S.
National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) Programs - Where green-minded teens can share ideas with their peers, learn about green careers and college programs and more.
Renewable Energy Education & Work Force Development Programs - For those wanting to improve their skills, looking for a mid-career change, or seeking universities, training centers and other organizations that offer clean technology classes, degrees, and other opportunities.
Solar & Renewable Energy Training - A web site dedicated to providing hands-on and online solar training and renewable energy education and certification programs for trainers and installers.
SC Sustainable Education & Economic Development (SEED) Center - Supporting community colleges in educating for and building a green economy.
Sustainable Energy Education & Training (SEET) - Providing professional training for high school and community college technology instructors to train energy and environmental technicians for the 21st century workplace.
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* Based on personal experience, a good starting point for most people is to read some of the Complete Idiot's Guide or Dummies Guide series of books on Alternative Energy. See Amazon.com