Blacks urged to prepare for new Green economy It’s about jobs — and much more
Nearly two-thirds of Minnesotans (73 percent) support more investment in developing clean, renewable energy sources, according to a February telephone poll by supporters for a clean energy economy. A lot of job growth could result — but what kind of jobs, and jobs for whom?
Nearly two-thirds of Minnesotans (73 percent) support more investment in developing clean, renewable energy sources, according to a February telephone poll by supporters for a clean energy economy. A lot of job growth could result — but what kind of jobs, and jobs for whom?
What is a clean energy economy? Proponents say it means that the U.S. would rely increasingly on renewable energy, such as wind and solar energy; install “smart-grid” infrastructure for efficient, cost-effective electricity distribution; and build refueling infrastructure for biofuels and other fuels such as hydrogen and natural gas, including battery storage for electric vehicles.
