There has been endless hype about the so-called clean economy-from both ends of the spectrum. It has been called both “a compelling aspiration and an enigma” and it has been difficult to assess. Discussion has frequently been short on facts and long on anecdotes, speculation, assertion, and partisanship. This is due, in no small part, to the fact that cleantech can be employed as a key and visible function in some companies and as a less-visible adjunct within others.
To help shed light on this problem, Brookings released today a highly-anticipated study entitled “Sizing the Clean Economy: A National and Regional Green Jobs Assessment.” It is an endeavor to create a definition of the clean economy and quantify its significance.
To read the full, original article click on this link: Don’t Believe the Hype: Cleantech Is Creating Jobs Now, And Can Generate Many More | Xconomy
Author:Tom Ranken
