Are you looking for a green career path to pursue? If so, you might want to take a closer look at these five jobs. Although these jobs are not new to career world, they are taking on a whole new look and are among the green jobs that are expected to enjoy the most growth over the next several years.

Mechanical Engineer

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that mechanical engineers can expect to earn $59,000 to $94,000 or more per year after earning a four-year engineering degree. Nearly all energy areas, including wind and solar, require the expertise of mechanical engineers Some great Websites to help you delve deeper into employment opportunities for mechanical engineers include:

· American Wind Energy Association
· Solar Energy Industries Association
· American Solar Energy Society

Environmental Engineer

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that environmental engineers earn a median annual salary of $56,000 to $94,000. Furthermore, environmental engineers are expected to enjoy a 30% increase in the number of available jobs over the next ten years because they will play such a vital role in the solar and wind fields. Similarly, civil engineers and environmental engineer technicians are expected to enjoy a 25% increase in employment opportunities. Some good places to look for employment opportunities for environmental engineers include:

· American Academy of Environmental Engineers
· Association of Energy Engineers

Environmental Educator

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, environmental educators can expect to earn a median salary of $47,000 to $50,000 per year. In general, the teaching profession is expected to see a 20% increase in employment opportunities over the next several years. Furthermore, science teachers are in the greatest demand. When it comes to working in the post-secondary education field, there are a number of courses that will need to be filled by qualified individuals. Some of those that are expected to be in the greatest demand include course in:

· Solar panel installation
· Energy efficient building
· Environmental policy and politics

Heating and Cooling Installer

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that heating and cooling installers earn about $15 to $25 per hour. Not only is this a great occupation because the jobs cannot be farmed out to other countries, occupations within this field are also expected to see a 28% growth increase over the next several years. Having the ability to install an energy-efficient solar water heater or other energy-saving products will help you enjoy even more employment opportunities.

Arborist

For those who enjoy working outdoors, working as an arborist is another great green career to pursue. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that arborists, who perform tasks such as pruning, trimming trees and landscaping, earn anywhere from $9 to $14 per hour. Furthermore, they are expected to enjoy a 26% increase in employment opportunities over the next several years. This is particularly true for those who are able to implement eco-friendly techniques that help minimize harmful runoff and use non-toxic methods for preventing plant disease and getting rid of pests.