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Article: College-level water conservation training now available.(Conservation & Renewables)
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- Bulletin (Northwest Public Power Association)
- Article date:
- November 1, 2007
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As water concerns increase, the value of water conservation is better understood, especially when coupled with energy efficiency and sustainability. Utilities dealing with both water and energy are keenly aware of the challenges and opportunities. One challenge is finding and training technically proficient employees that can embrace opportunities.
The new Water Conservation Technician AAS degree and professional development workshops at Lane Community College (LCC) in Eugene, Ore., will fill this niche. LCC has provided energy efficiency and renewable energy training for years through the Northwest Energy Education Institute (NEEI). NEEI already provides the ...