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The green economy actually lowers unemployment. By virtue of what green jobs are, they must be done locally. They are temporary in the sense that when the environment is all fixed, they will no longer exist. So, really until the planet implodes.
I have a green job and not only will it be there for a long time, we can't keep a full staff.
However, we're a non-prof and a ridiculous number of people we encounter could not give shit about the environment. So the pay is low and the reaction is mostly negative.
If current measures before congress were to be passed in full, it would mean about half a million jobs for Virginia. I would bet it would be about the same for North Carolina since both states have nearly identical topography and population numbers.
Unfortunately, only niche investors promote green companies and efforts. They would be akin to a person wearing orange at a Steelers game. Without any serious Wall Street representation, it will be very difficult to pass the legislation.
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I think the Apocalypse is happening all around us. We go on eating desserts and watching TV. I know I do. I wish we were more capable of sustained passion and sustained resistance. We should be screaming and what we do is gossip. -Lydia Millet
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