Going Green Is Way Out of Financial Crisis

“Makower also suggested that the 8,000 machine-tooled parts that make up a wind turbine could be manufactured in auto plants by autoworkers.”

“According to Makower, President Bush “squandered” a chance to end the nation’s dependence on foreign oil after the 9-11 attacks.”

“ This is a moment in time. It all depends on whether [President-elect] Obama and his team say green is the pathway to get out of this economic mess — that green is the way to create jobs and new businesses and save money. That’s the opportunity.”

“Makower said if he had Obama’s ear, he would suggest he read Van Jones’ book, The Green Collar Economy, for ideas on how to turn the economy green.”