AUSTIN (Austin American-Statesman) – Texas received high marks as a clean-energy state in a recent study by Pew Charitable Trusts.
According to the study, Texas ranked second to California in the number of businesses and jobs tied to clean energy in 2007.
Pew researchers counted 68,200 businesses and 770,000 jobs across the United States. Of those, 4,802 businesses and 55,646 jobs were here.
The state also ranked third in clean-energy venture investments and fourth in clean-energy patents.
"Texas is a leader in the clean-energy economy and a strong national performer," said Kil Huh, who led the study. "Texas is the sixth-largest producer of wind energy in the world. The state's clean-energy economy is poised for incredible growth."
About Shin Oak Realty
- Candice O'Dell, Realtor
- Liberty Hill, Texas, United States
- Professionally, I am a Realtor at Shin Oak Realty, currently working to complete requirements for my Brokers License. We are a full Real Estate Office specializing in the Central Texas Real Estate market. Residential, Commercial, Ranches - we do it all! Personally, I am a professional, mom, volunteer and friend. I love photography, technology, and traveling.