Green Collar Jobs Training Program Update (6/17/09)

Just another day in the office! After a quick brainstorm about the the day's tasks, the online crew continued to work on the sustainable business directory. There were about 420 companies accounted for, but lots of missing contact information so the trainees searched frantically to obtain the vital information. One of the online workers, Adam, also put his video skills into use by editing clips of previous Green Collar Technologies events. Videos will soon be posted on the web on sites such as Youtube.

In the meantime, the online crews "other half" went to the Big Island EKO Compost at the Hilo dump to collect valuable mulch before the next shipment ran out. Trainees shoveled a load of mulch into the flatbed, then headed back to Mountain View to add the mulch to the raised rock beds they prepped yesterday. The workers also spent time for beautification by weeding the property.

Big Island Eko Systems.

You can also get more information about Big Island Eko Systems on their twitter site.

Lessons and Tips of the Day:

1. You might want to invest in a few shovels and pitch forks if you have quite a few workers. Having one pitchfork saves money and workers don't get as tired because they take turns, but a small investment in more equipment may lead to more productive work day.
2. There are lots of sustainable options available on Hawai‘i Island. Sometimes you just need to take the time and effort to consider them.