“Providing quality jobs in a growing economic sector is crucial for the future of Oakland,” Oakland Mayor Ron Dellums said in a statement. “Expanding existing entry points into our work force through the creation of green jobs will solidify this city’s position as a national leader on green economic growth and advance our vision of Oakland as a model, sustainable city.”
Pinderhughes says she expects more community colleges and local organizations to look for training models that blend the skills training and basic literacy education that her model emphasizes.
“Environmental remediation and renewable energy policy developments will be undertaken by local and state governments for some time to come,” she says.
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