Renewable energy guides give future energy efficiency technicians everything they need to know about "ditching the desk"

Denver, Colo. – Oct. 9, 2014 – Ecotech Institute, the first and only college in the U.S. solely focused on renewable energy and sustainability, today announced the release of two free, comprehensive eBook guides to starting a wind or solar energy career. These guides cover everything from a day in the life of renewable energy technicians and potential salary earnings to required skills and advice from professional solar and wind technicians.

The wind and solar energy renewable energy industries are booming, but that doesn't mean getting a green job is easy. These occupations take specialized training, cleantech industry knowledge and passion to secure a career. Now, future solar and wind technicians have one place to access vital information, including:

*Key industry facts about the renewable energy sector;
*Tips for job seekers in the energy efficiency field;
*Expectations and requirements for wind and solar energy green jobs;
*Cleantech employment trends;
*And advice from working industry experts and technicians.

Learn everything there is to know about "ditching the desk" and landing a green job in the wind or solar industry by downloading the free Wind and Solar Energy eBooks here.

Ecotech Institute is the first and only school in the U.S. that is solely dedicated to sustainable energy. The school currently offers eight associate's degree programs, including hands-on training for wind and solar energy technology:

*Facility Management Technology
*Residential Energy Management
*Solar Energy Technology
*Wind Energy Technology
*Renewable Energy Technology
*Electrical Engineering Technology
*Power Utility Technician
*Business Administration – Sustainability.

For more information on Ecotech Institute, visit www.ecotechinstitute.com.

About Ecotech Institute
Ecotech Institute is the first and only college entirely focused on preparing America's workforce for careers in renewable energy and sustainability and is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. Launched in April 2010 in Denver, Colorado, it offers eight highly practical renewable energy degree programs that provide graduates with skills valued by today's alternative renewable energy employers. Classes start once per quarter and applications are always accepted. Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Ecotech Institute is a division of Education Corporation of America. For more information about Ecotech Institute, visit ecotechinstitute.com or call 877-326-5576.