The Green Collar Economy: How One Solution Can Fix Our Two Biggest Problems

Timely published, excellent argument, thorough research... Jones lays out, in well organized fashion, how an aggressive commitment to transition into a green economy via green collar work (work that brings dignity to the underserved communities of the United States) can bring back the US economy, fulfill the dream of true equality, and keep Earth alive for the sake of our future generations.

Overall very good, starts out a little repetitive and circular. Starting with the section dealing with the current social situation it becomes very snappy and agil.

The subtitle says it all for this highly-readable book. Van Jones' articulate prose and common-sense approach to turning our ecomonic challenges into an opportunity for a green growth boom is a must-read for anyone who wants to live and thrive prosperously on a clean planet. I hope every decision maker in Washington and our state capitals has a copy of it on their nightstand.

Just started reading this gem on the train ride home yesterday. its fascinating - takes a huge global mess, gives important backstory and puts solutions into simple and concrete terms. i highly recommend this book.

The Green Collar Economy is written in a straight forward approach that allows the reader to imagine an economy without a dependency on oil. It was informative, imaginative, and gave a wealth of ideas that the ordinary citizen could grasp.
I highly recommend this book.

Shirley A. Metcalf