💼 Georgia Leads in Clean Manufacturing Jobs. Orthopedic Specialists Top US Pay. Global Chip Market Shifts.
Chart of the Day #450 Looks at Clean Manufacturing Jobs in the US, Top Paying Medical Specialties, and The Global Semiconductor Market.
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Today's Topics
💼 Workforce. Georgia led in clean manufacturing jobs in the US
⚕️ Health Skills. Orthopedic specialists topped US earnings, exceeding $550K🏭 Advanced Manufacturing. Semiconductor revenue fluctuates amid rising demand and supply bottlenecks
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💼 Georgia Led in Clean Manufacturing Jobs in the US
Georgia led the US in clean energy manufacturing jobs in 2023, with over 11,000 positions outpacing Michigan and South Carolina. The distribution reflects how southern and midwestern states are capturing the benefits, which include rapid investment in battery, EV, and solar component production. This growth marks a shift toward regional manufacturing resilience and energy transition employment. The Inflation Reduction Act (2022) continues to anchor these job creation trends through federal clean energy incentives.
⚕️ Orthopedic Specialists Topped US Earnings, Exceeding $550K
Orthopedic specialists were the highest-paid in the US, earning over $550K in 2024. The US has placed the country among the top globally for doctor salaries. Yet, rising burnout, work stress, and poor working conditions have driven many physicians to unionize for better pay and support. With doctor shortages and longer patient wait times intensifying, improving healthcare workplace conditions remains vital to sustaining the system’s productivity and quality of care.
🏭 Semiconductor Revenue Fluctuates Amid Rising Demand and Supply Bottlenecks
Global semiconductor revenues rebounded by 11.8% in 2024, reversing the sharp decline seen in 2023. This recovery reflects renewed demand from AI computing, electric vehicles, and advanced manufacturing systems, driving chip innovation. Following years of supply chain volatility, the sector’s stabilization underscores its central role in digital and industrial transformation. The EU Chips Joint Undertaking (2023) aims to strengthen semiconductor R&D and boost Europe’s share in global chip production.
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