PORTSMOUTH, N.H. - A new study by the University of New Hampshire says that the state could see 20,000 new "green" jobs if Congress passes President-elect Barack Obama’s $150 billion energy plan.

The state currently has about 17,000 jobs in the new energy technology field but if more is invested, the study shows, that number could grow to more than 40,000 jobs. These jobs would be in construction, real estate development, heating and design. The average wage for green jobs in New Hampshire is $54,400 a year, which is above the state average.