Lately global warming, our environment and the high cost of energy are issues that have being getting a lot of attention in the media and in our everyday conversations. The growing need for environmental, cost efficient alternatives will in turn create the requirement for experts in the field of renewable energy. An article on working.com is another indication that the green economy may offer new jobs. This fall at Selkirk College’s campus in Nelson there will be a new program offered to train Renewable Energy Technicians

“The courses cover all the basic theory on energy, electricity, safety, and electrical code required to start a career safely and legally in the emerging field of renewable energy technology,” said Robert Macrae, School of Renewable Resources instructor at Selkirk College.”

One local entrepreneur that is already betting on the need for alternate sources for energy to run vehicles is Randy Holmquist, President of Vancouver Island –based Canadian Electric Vehicle. A recent article in the May 2007 Business Vancouver Island indicates that

“Holmquist, with the help of the National Research Council’s Industrial Research Assistance Program, has been producing commercial vehicles since 2000…. [and he] has recently seen a surge in demand due to soaring gasoline prices.”