On Nov. 7, 2012 at the Sony Auditorium, Troy University, Dothan, Alabama, Smart North America and HESMA will provide an unprecedented session that explains GREEN JOBS, ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND RENEWABLE ENERGY AND THE BENEFITS OF UNDERSTANDING, PROGRAMS, LOANS, TAX CUTS AND GOVERNMENT FUNDED INITIATIVES.  This one of  a kind session will FEATURE MR. SCOTT MINOS – SENIOR POLICY AND COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, US DEPT. OF ENERGY HEADQUARTERS, ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND RENEWABLE ENERGY DEPARTMENT AND MS. KATHY HORNSBY, ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND RENEWABLE ENERGY DVISION.  The program is divided into two 4 hour sessions and will count as continuing education for several professions including Real Estate Professionals, engineers, contractors, and others. The program will provide information on our nation and our state programs and goals to reduce energy, create jobs, and  stimulate the economy.  Come out and hear what Washington and The State of Alabama have planned in the area of  energy efficiency for you, your company, your company, your school, your town, your business, your family.   Smart North America is bringing  the Best and most current information direct to your community. This is the latest that our country, our state and our city has to offer to help you understand energy efficiency and how you can benefit from it.  Scott Minos, Senior Policy and Communications Specialist, US Dept. of Energy will speak to a group of concerned citizens  and stakeholders who want to understand energy efficiency, green jobs, and the move towards sustainability that is the buzz word on everyone’s lips these days.  Learn how you can benefit and help make your community sustainable.  Ms. Kathy Hornsby, will explain program that are available in Alabama and the requirements for participating in them.    This one day seminar will count as continuing education for some while it will put extra money in the pockets of most, if taken advantage of the information provided.   Are you sitting on the sidelines waiting for the difference to come through legislation and elected offiials?  It is time that you understood and participate in the future of energy in Alabama, save energy, save money and help create jobs in your own community.   Register today, seating is limited.