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Farmer's Market Manager:

A person who organizes farmers and other food sellers to bring their products to a particular place at a particular time to sell directly to consumers.

This interview with Jaret Foster may make you hungry. It may also get you interested in helping to make a great meal using the freshest ingredients you can find.

Jaret, the manager of the Portland Farmers Markets.


Recycling Program Educator:

A person who teaches businesses, families, and students about the importance of recycling and how to do a great job of it.

This interview with Kate Melby will certainly make you think twice about throwing good, re-usable stuff in the trash.

Photo of Kate Melby in her office and the recycling center.


Water-wise Landscaper:

A person who uses native, drought-resistant plants to create outdoor environments for homes and other buildings in places where there is not very much rainfall.

This interview with Michelle Pekko-Seymoure may inspire you to replace your thirsty lawn with cool and stylish plants native to your location.

Photo of Michelle Pekko-Seymoure, outside in garden, big smile.


Renewable Energy Scientist:

A scientist who studies ways to get electrical energy from wind, sun, ocean currents, or other sources that do not get used up.

Read an interview with Tom Zambrano. Find out about his exciting job bringing wind energy to the city.

Wind farm in the desert at sunset.


Home Energy Auditor:

A person who helps to identify ways that people can save energy in their homes.

Read an interview with Mauricio Mejia. Find out what sorts of things he looks for when he visits people's homes.

Photo of Mauricio talking to kids.


"Green" General Contractor:

A person who plans and oversees construction of an energy-efficient building using materials and supplies that are friendly to the environment.

Find out what Blaine Rowland does to make sure the houses he builds are as "green" as possible.

Photo of Blaine Rowland.
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