Can labor unions bridge the gap between fossil fuels and a green future?
In short: Closing coal mines promises cleaner air, but the immediate economic impact on families can be devastating. This talk explores how unions might protect both workers and the planet during the energy transition.
Environmental justice advocate Payton M. Wilkins examines the tension between long-term environmental benefits and short-term economic hardship. While transitioning away from coal ensures a healthier environment, the loss of mining paychecks can ruin local communities. Wilkins argues that unions are uniquely positioned to manage this shift, advocating for a transition to green jobs that preserves worker stability while advancing clean energy.
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