… task like this requires more than simply distributing blue bins and registering businesses with recycling haulers. Through a fellowship with the Alcoa Foundation this summer, I’m experiencing the challenges first-hand. Though … stories speak volumes about the savvy of different business owners, specific limitations within each neighborhood, persuasion of the customer base, and environmental awareness of …
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… committed to advancing and pursuing a career in the clean energy field. This year we spoke with students in the initial cohort to learn about their inspiration, goals, and experience … including solar and wind. “I believe a just transition would make that new space fair—withhealthy working conditions, compensation for impacted fossil fuel dependent …
… committed to advancing and pursuing a career in the clean energy field. This year we spoke with students in the initial cohort to learn about their inspiration, goals, and experience … them from enjoying the advantages of clean energy such as reduced energy bills, improved health, and better job opportunities. And thus, these barriers—financial, community … because it aligns with his passion of promoting energy equity, but there have been other benefits as well. “Through this partnership, I can gain first-hand experience on how they …
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