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Fastest-Growing Job In North Carolina And 7 Other States

Are you ready to embark on a new career? But which industry will offer the most opportunities and growth in 2019? If you’re having trouble trying to decide which path…

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Are you ready to embark on a new career? But which industry will offer the most opportunities and growth in 2019?

If you're having trouble trying to decide which path to take, one field that you should consider is renewable energy.

Every day that the sun is shining, someone in North Carolina is probably thinking about having solar panels installed on their home or business. I see them all over Charlotte. That's why the demand for solar panel installers has been increasing here, as well as in seven other states.

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, solar panel installer is one of the fastest-growing jobs in America. It tops the list in North Carolina, Florida, New Jersey, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, California, and Hawaii.

With the rising costs and shrinking supplies of traditional energy sources, it makes sense that people would be increasingly exploring alternatives. Wind turbine service technicians are also highly sought in some states. Click here to learn more.

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Phil Harris is 50% of "Phil & Mel in the Afternoon" on K104.7. He has been with the station since 2013 and on the air in Charlotte since 2000. Before coming to the Queen City, Phil worked for radio stations in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle. In addition to the weekly "Throwback Threesome" music video feature, Phil writes about things that matter to Charlotte sports fans and pet owners. He happens to be both.