State of the Union - Technical Education
Remarks from the 2012 State of the Union Address - Training Skilled Workers - I also hear from many business leaders who want to hire in the United States but can’t find workers with the right skills. Growing industries in science and technology have twice as many openings as we have workers who can do the job. Think about that –- openings at a time when millions of Americans are looking for work. It’s inexcusable. And we know how to fix it.
Green Ribbon School Nominations
“We are excited about the potential impact the Green Ribbon Schools awards program can have in encouraging schools to improve their energy efficiency, create healthy environments for students and staff, and enhance their work to effectively prepare graduates for 21st century careers,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan. The U.S.
The Solar Water Still Challenge
The world land area affected by questionable drinking water sources is staggering in size. According to the World Health Organization, about 1.2 billion people do not have safe clean water sources. This should not be allowed to continue. A possible solution is to use a solar water still to distill water on site. The problem is the current cost of $200 to $250 US dollars, when many of these families only earn a few dollars per day.
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