Where are the green collar jobs in Cincinnati?

We recently received a question from a reader that raises a good point about green collar jobs in Cincinnati:

I would like to find out what companies in Cincinnati are currently installing solar and wind power generators in which I could apply for a possible career opportunity.
I have been running a home improvements company after leaving the telecommunications field. The technologies have changed just enough to make it nearly impossible to find an opportunity for myself back in that field of work. I am very enthused about the future of the solar industry and would like to know more about legitimate companies working with it now. Can you help me?

There are a few local companies currently installing solar and wind power systems:

• Third Sun Solar
• Dovetail Solar and Wind
• Green City EcoStruction
• Blue Chip Solar and Wind

Many local architecture and construction firms also work with solar installations.

Green Energy Ohio, The US Green Building Council, Hamilton County go Green Challenge, Cincinnati State’s Renewable Energy Training Certificate Program, and the Blue-Green Alliance are also good places to find leads in this industry.

There could be much more opportunity, as there are a lot of skilled workers locally who want to move to a growing industry.  People in Cincinnati are looking for opportunities to work on alternative energies, or for companies with a green focus.  Are you hiring? Let us know so that we can post your opening on the Live Green Cincinnati job board.