Renewable Energy 

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The Renewable Energy concentration within the B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Technology will prepare you to be a skilled and bold leader in the exploding green energy field, where innovation is constant. You can count on individual attention from professors as you explore your options, choose a career path, and build the real-world skills employers expect.

The Green Mountain State of Vermont is the perfect place to train for jobs in renewable energy because we deeply value the environment and are committed to sustainability. With our Renewable Energy concentration within the broader bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, you’ll graduate with the engineering skills to address climate change — and confident about making an impact on the challenges it presents.

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Jacob Rogenski

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Why Study Renewable Energy at Vermont State?

  • A Huge Demand: As states around the U.S. confront climate change, they need professionals to work with renewable energy systems. Our graduates pursue careers as systems designers, systems technicians, field operations technologists, technical managers, and sales technicians employed by renewable energy manufacturers; energy project developers; manufacturing and technology companies; and energy consulting and management firms. 
  • Jump-Start Your Career: Within six months of graduating, 100 percent of our Renewable Energy alums have accepted employment in the industry, at manufacturers, energy product developers, consulting firms, and elsewhere. Some students have jobs waiting after they graduate. 
  • Hands-on Learning: You’ll work with professors in our Renewable Energy Lab, with access to diverse energy installations such as a wind turbine, solar array, and anaerobic digester. Well-rounded critical-thinking skills will strengthen your options for green energy jobs. 

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