Clean Energy Employment by County - 2023
What does this measure?
This indicator tracks the number of green jobs, also known as clean energy jobs, in various counties in the Hudson Valley region. It provides a detailed breakdown of the workforce across different clean energy sectors, such as renewable generation and energy efficiency, and compares this to traditional energy jobs like fossil fuels. Key metrics like total jobs, state ranking, and job density (jobs per 1,000 residents) provide insight into the economic development and environmental transition occurring in each region.
Summary Statement
The data suggests that the clean energy sector is a significant and growing source of employment in several New York counties. Westchester County leads with the highest number of total jobs with 9,136 positions. It also has the highest job density, with 21.83 jobs per 1,000 residents. Energy efficiency is the largest sub-sector in every county, accounting for the majority of green jobs. While most counties exhibit modest job growth, Sullivan County stands out with a job growth rate of 10.4%, despite having the lowest total number of green jobs.
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