US Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis last week announced 17 grants, totaling more than $7.5 million dollars, to provide approximately 3,000 veterans with green job training.
Fields of employment include energy efficiency and renewable energy, modern electric-power development and clean vehicles.
Funds are being awarded on a competitive basis to state and local workforce investment boards, local public agencies and nonprofit organizations, including faith-based and community organizations.
"These grants will provide our veterans with tools and skills that will ensure they are prepared for the green jobs of today and tom....