Green degrees: an environmental education can lead to a variety of career options

OLIVIA GLENN WORKS AS A SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO NEW JERSEY'S DEPUTY commissioner for natural resources in the department of environmental protection, coordinating the development of a new state park in the city of Paterson. When she began five years ago, Glenn realized that out of approximately 400 employees, she was the only black professional in that division.

"Climate change and global warming are going to impact poor countries and people of color in a negative way," Glenn says. "We need to be aware of what's happening."

Even beyond social concerns, the green industry is becoming fertile ground for business and career ... // 74% Remaining