Financial analyst/adviser specializing in socially responsible investing

What they do: Analyze finances for businesses and individuals and make recommendations for green investments – investing in environmentally and socially conscious companies.

Median salary: $66,590 (financial analyst)/ $66,120 (financial adviser)

Education/experience: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, or business administration; licenses by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) are required.

Growth forecast: Green investing is the fastest-growing investment sector, increasing by about 28 percent from 2005 to 2007, according to the 2007 Socially Responsible Investing Trends report.