The number of green jobs in Minnesota keeps growing! From clean energy and commodities to forestry management and manufacturing, the green economy reaches all industries and sectors — in the field, in an office, in a lab, and beyond. Whether you live in the Metro or Greater Minnesota, there's a green job waiting for you. As you advance or adjust your career path, the opportunities will follow you.
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Spotlight on Clean Energy in Minnesota
62k+
Clean energy workers in MN
Energy efficiency is the biggest sector in Minnesota’s clean energy industry with over 71% of the workforce, according to the Clean Jobs Midwest report.
71%
Clean energy jobs from small businesses
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Faster growth than MN’s overall job growth
MN's clean energy jobs grew nearly five times faster than the overall economy at 4%.
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Career paths
You may think of solar energy jobs or environmental protection roles when you think of the green economy. Green careers also include activities like marketing, research, and so much more.
Rapidly Growing Careers
“Without question, Minnesota’s trajectory will continue to go up faster and faster all the time and it’s no longer just because of environment, it’s because of the economics of the industry,” shares Bruce Peterson, former executive director of the Minnesota State Energy Center of Excellence at Minnesota West Community and Technical College.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the fastest growing careers include green jobs in renewable energy. like wind turbine technicians, data scientists, and solar installers.
WIND TURBINE TECHNICIANS
45% projected growth by 2032 | Median salary $61,770
Wind turbine service technicians maintain and repair wind turbines, generally outdoors, in confined spaces, and often at great heights. A postsecondary nondegree award and on-the-job training is typically needed.
DATA SCIENTIST
35% projected growth by 2032 | Median salary $108,020
Data scientists use analytical tools and techniques to pull meaningful insights from data. Data scientists need a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related field to enter the occupation.
SOLAR ENERGY CAREERS
22% projected growth by 2032 | Median salary $48,800
Solar photovoltaic installers assemble, set up, and maintain rooftop or other systems that convert sunlight into energy. Some installers take courses at a technical school or community college, beyond the required high school education. Installers receive on-the-job training lasting up to a year.
Impactful Change
The green economy includes a wide range of opportunities where you can make a positive impact on your community and the world around you. Jansen Gonzalez does just that as a Mobile Home Rehabilitation Coordinator in Rice County. He shares how his job impacts his community.
“If we can be a template for what is possible, then others will be excited about the same thing”
Pastor Andre Dukes, Shiloh Temple
Diverse Jobs
Data and outlooks are important when planning your future, AND jobs are more than a 40 hour work week. Look for reflections of yourself — your skills, interests, background, and aspirations — as you read stories about people in green jobs.
