Next Generation Job Training and Green Jobs

Green Jobs, Energy Jobs, High Tech Jobs, Manufacturing Jobs, and new Job Training are all combined in the JOBS category at the top of the Obama Administration’s list of priorities for economic recovery. President Obama spoke at the February 12, 2013 State of the Union Address extensively about the need for new job creation and U.S. manufacturing in the context of clean technology. full story

Suppress Your Appetite With Exercise!

GREENandSAVE is pleased to introduce Kelly Strogen as a new contributing writer. Kelly is a Registered Dietitian, and staying healthy is key to overall sustainability in a world that is increasingly loaded with processed foods that are distant cousins of their source. A Green Diet can mean everything from organic food to the simple proper balance of vegetables in daily consumption. full story

Made in USA LED Tubes Gain Market Share of Chinese Imports

To what extent have "Made in U.S.A" LED tubes gained market share over Chinese imports? If it is any indication, of value and patriotism, the shift to manufacturing in America is central to tripling the sales for a leading LED Tube Company. The shift also apparently helped attract authorized resellers. full story

San Diego Adopts Nation's First Sustainable Communities Strategy

Today the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) voted 14 – 1 to adopt the first Sustainable Communities Strategy to implement SB 375 in California. After hours of public testimony and debate, SANDAG Chairman Jerome Stocks summarized his thoughts on the day, and called for the vote.

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