Energy war is generating jobs
The fact that a permanent return from an energy-intensive to a labor-intensive society will create many new jobs has been overshadowed by fears of sacrifice and discomfort. Although the first visible jobs to be created by conservation programs were for low-skill short-term weatherization, much of this work was also done by homeowners. Long-term employment opportunities will develop from solar energy and wind system projects, increased coal production, and new rail service. Each of these will involve public and private investment that will effectively reduce unemployment to a minimal level while improving the environment. Projections and illustrations of the impact of existing and planned programs are given to show how conservation goals can be met and permanent skilled jobs can be created. (DCK)
- OSTI ID:
- 5409710
- Journal Information:
- Worklife; (United States), Vol. 2:10
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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