The Green Guide to Environmental Courses and Careers (Green Career)

by: Megha Aggarwal (Author)

Publisher: The Energy and Resources Institute, TERI

Publication Date: 2015/8/14

Language: English

Print Length: 104 pages

ISBN-10: 9788179935699

ISBN-13: 9788179935699

Book Description

2015 marks the beginning of the UN Decade of Sustainable Development. Sustainable development involves the incorporation of ecological principles in technology development and dissemination. It is in this context that the present book by Ms Megha Aggarwal is a timelycontribution. The book covers a wide range of information dealing with agriculture, energy, engineering, medicine, architecture, finance, and environmental management. It should help the young students to become the architects of a sustainable future for our country. I hope the book will be read and used widely.– MS SWAMINATHAN, Father of the Indian Green RevolutionAs India gradually moves towards a “green” economy, new avenues of employment are opening up for today’s youth. For students thinking about future course and career options, this one-of-its-kind handbook offers a rich body of information required to tu a green interest into a future opportunity. From environmental engineering, environmental science, and environmental law to agriculture, climate science, and zoology – it profiles a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and the broad spectrum of careers they lead to. Peppered with anecdotal accounts from well-known professionals and a handy listing of useful resources, The Green Guide to Environmental Courses and Careers is a must-have for any student keen on haessing a green passion. Table of Contents:INTRODUCTIONWHAT TO STUDY:A course checklist for studentsWHERE TO STUDY:A college checklist for studentsGREEN COURSESDESIGN AND PLANNINGFINANCE AND MANAGEMENTHUMANITIESSCIENCE AND ENGINEERINGWHAT TO PURSUE:A career checklist for students GREEN CAREERSCareers in Agriculture Career in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery Career in Carbon Finance Careers in Climate Career in Ecotourism Career in Environmental Architecture Career in Environmental Auditing Career in Environmental Consultancy Career in Environmental Joualism Career in Environmental Law Careers in Green Transport and Infrastructure Careers in Renewable Energy Career in the Social Sector Career in Teaching Career in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry Career in Waste ManagementCareers in Wildlife Conservation

About the Author

2015 marks the beginning of the UN Decade of Sustainable Development. Sustainable development involves the incorporation of ecological principles in technology development and dissemination. It is in this context that the present book by Ms Megha Aggarwal is a timelycontribution. The book covers a wide range of information dealing with agriculture, energy, engineering, medicine, architecture, finance, and environmental management. It should help the young students to become the architects of a sustainable future for our country. I hope the book will be read and used widely.– MS SWAMINATHAN, Father of the Indian Green RevolutionAs India gradually moves towards a “green” economy, new avenues of employment are opening up for today’s youth. For students thinking about future course and career options, this one-of-its-kind handbook offers a rich body of information required to tu a green interest into a future opportunity. From environmental engineering, environmental science, and environmental law to agriculture, climate science, and zoology – it profiles a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and the broad spectrum of careers they lead to. Peppered with anecdotal accounts from well-known professionals and a handy listing of useful resources, The Green Guide to Environmental Courses and Careers is a must-have for any student keen on haessing a green passion. Table of Contents:INTRODUCTIONWHAT TO STUDY:A course checklist for studentsWHERE TO STUDY:A college checklist for studentsGREEN COURSESDESIGN AND PLANNINGFINANCE AND MANAGEMENTHUMANITIESSCIENCE AND ENGINEERINGWHAT TO PURSUE:A career checklist for students GREEN CAREERSCareers in Agriculture Career in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery Career in Carbon Finance Careers in Climate Career in Ecotourism Career in Environmental Architecture Career in Environmental Auditing Career in Environmental Consultancy Career in Environmental Joualism Career in Environmental Law Careers in Green Transport and Infrastructure Careers in Renewable Energy Career in the Social Sector Career in Teaching Career in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry Career in Waste ManagementCareers in Wildlife Conservation