Jamaica Gleaner:
If you are one of those persons who are skilled and qualified, yet cannot find a job, venturing out on your own could be an option. Being an entrepreneur comes with many challenges, but promises rich rewards to those who possess the right attributes. In Jamaica, there are numerous opportunities. The following are a few business ideas that have the potential to take off in 2008 if given the right planning, support and financing.
Renewable Energy
A steady increase in the awareness of the importance of protecting the environment has created a huge niche market that is prime and wide open for innovative entrepreneurs to take advantage of. Some ideas in this area include:
Solar-powered products and services such as heaters, photo-voltaic systems and consulting.
Conversion to more efficient operations procedures such as energy retrofitting.
Consulting services for companies wanting to move to more environmentally friendly business practices.
Requirements: Sound knowledge of energy and environmental principles would be an asset.
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