This title examines the positions of green architect, organic farmer, professional conservationist, and alternative energy expert. The duties and responsibilities of the professional in each of these occupations are examined. Through profiles of Derek Trost, Dave Mitchell, Irene Jones, and Jerrolynn Kawamoto, readers will get the sense of the green professional’s life. Readers will learn about daily life in the emerging green industry, average salaries, and educational requirements and steps to securing one of these positions. Readers will learn what characteristics and interests make for a successful career in the green industry, and a short self-evaluation analyzes the prospective professional’s potential for success in the field. Also included are evaluations of each profession’s potential market, and how to find work. Inside the Industry is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.