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Looking for a GREEN JOB?
A Green Job is a job that improves the environment, public health and quality of life!

HEAD TO: JOB FINDER

FEATURED JOB:
AASHE (Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education) seeks a Resource Center program assistant to assist in the ongoing development and operation of its interactive, online Resource Center. This is a part-time, 25-hour per week position. Pay is between $14-15 per hour, depending on experience.
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OTHERS:
1. LEED Sector – Building and Construction
2. SOLAR Sector – Energy
3. WIND Power – Energy
4. LEXINGTON
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TAX INCENTIVES
Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA) Incentives for Energy Independence Act (IEIA)
The Incentives for Energy Independence Act (IEIA) requires a capital investment of at least $25 million for an alternative fuel facility using biomass, or an investment of at least $100 million for an alternative fuel facility using coal, as its primary feedstock. A capital investment of at least $1 million is required for a renewable power facility that meets minimum electric output standards based upon the power source. The negotiated incentives cannot exceed 50% of the capital expenditures and may include a reimbursement of sales and use taxes paid on tangible personal property; a tax credit of the income tax and limited liability entity tax owed by the company; and, wage assessment incentives up to 4% of gross wages of each employee whose job was created as part of the project. Advanced disbursements may also be available.
PDF IEIA

Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (KEDFA) Kentucky Environmental Stewardship Act (KESA)
For companies manufacturing products that have a substantial positive impact on human health and the environment. Companies with projects approved under KESA must have at least $5 million in eligible cost and can potentially recover up to 25% of the projects fixed asset cost and 100% of employee skills training. The tax incentive is available for recovery over a 10-year period.
PDF KESA_FACT_SHEET_2005_v11
Act and Loan information courtesy of www.thinkkentucky.com/kyedc/kybizince
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LOANS
Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority KEDFA SMALL BUSINESS LOAN PROGRAM
The Small Business Loan Program is designed to helps small businesses acquire funding needed to start or grow their small business. A small business must be engaged in manufacturing, agribusiness, or service and technology. Loan funds may be used to acquire land and buildings, purchase and install equipment, or for working capital. The minimum loan amount is $15,000 and the maximum is $100,000. The approved company must create one new full-time job within one year of the loan closing. KEDFA can fund up to 100% of the project costs and the loan can be used in conjunction with other lenders. The term of the loan can range from 3-10 years.
PDF SmallBusinessLoanProgram
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Kentucky Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate

Kentucky residents who replace an existing appliance with a new ENERGY STAR qualified appliance purchased on or after April 22, 2010 are eligible to apply for the Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate. Approved applicants will receive a Visa® Prepaid Card via mail. Purchase must be made in Kentucky. Online purchases are not eligible for the rebate. ACT NOW! This program ends as soon as funds are exhausted.

Website: http://kyappliancerebates.com/
Appliance Rebate Press Release: Appliance Rebate Press Release
Appliance Rebate FAQs:Appliance Rebate FAQs
Resident Guide:KY Guide for Residents
Retailer Guide:KY Guide for Appliance Retailers
Appliance Rebate and Recycling Options Fact Sheet:Fact Sheet

ENERGY STAR qualified models may be subject to change. Visit www.ENERGYSTAR.gov to learn more about energy efficient products.

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