Introducing the Gas Technology Institute (GTI)



The Gas Technology Institute (GTI) is key to the energy sector.

The Gas Technology Institute (GTI) is a major organization within the energy sector.  GTI has a division in Pittsburgh, PA which would be good for our CCAC student veterans to check out, learn more and begin to make connections.

Solving Important Energy Challenges and
Creating Value in the Marketplace

"GTI is the leading research, development and training organization addressing energy and environmental challenges to enable a secure, abundant, and affordable energy future. For more than 70 years, we have been providing economic value to the natural gas industry and energy markets by developing technology-based solutions for industry, government, and consumers.

Our research initiatives address issues impacting the natural gas and energy markets across the industry’s value chain—supply, delivery, and end use. We offer an integrated systems perspective to expand the supply of affordable energy, ensure a safe and reliable energy delivery infrastructure, and promote the efficient use of energy resources.

GTI is an independent technology organization, established as an Illinois not-for-profit corporation. We are tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code" (http://www.gastechnology.org/About/Pages/default.aspx).

 

GTI's Annual Report can be found at:

http://www.gastechnology.org/news/Documents/Annual_Reports/GTI_AnnualReport2011_fnl_lowres.pdf

Dana

Local Career Fairs!

 

 

Today I came across an awesome career resource!  Not only are there many job fairs close to Pittsburgh, but a number of them are focused on the energy sector.  The resource below also has key information about finding jobs with Twitter, interview advice and much, much more.  Check it out at:

 

http://www.thequarterroll.com/pittsburgh-area-job-career-fair

 

Dana

Why is it Difficult to Connect US Veterans With Energy Jobs?

   
"The proliferation of veterans' agencies with different responsibilities and little coordination is a major problem for both potential employers and veterans, several speakers said.

'It's harder than it should be,' said Emily De Rocco, President, the Manufacturing Institute, National Association of Manufacturers. Businesses value the veterans' strong work ethic, she said, but now, businesses must match military skills to civilian requirements service by service, and..." 

The full article can be found at:

http://energy.aol.com/2012/06/05/why-is-it-difficult-to-connect-us-veterans-with-energy-jobs/

Dana