Green jobs offer economic hope, survey states

Feb. 4 – A new survey shows that Americans hope that environmental investments will help rescue the nation’s economy.

The survey, by Allianz Global Investors, reports that 73% of those surveyed believe promoting green practices and technologies will have a positive impact. And 57% believe that the push to create green jobs will "help turn around the economy," Allianz said.

"It’s clear to me that government investment in the environment will be an important engine for economic renewal in the United States," said Bozena Jankowska, head of the RCM Sustainability Research Team.

Allianz, an asset management company, said the internet survey included 1,000 adults and examined their understanding and attitudes toward the environment as an investment opportunity, the company said.

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