Just transition: a fair go for fossil-fuel workersBY ROSE MARY PETRASS | THURSDAY, 4 MAY 2023 5:02PMWithout a proper roadmap from government and implementation by businesses, workers risk being left behind in the transition to clean energy, and companies could be exposed to significant risk. Related News |
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I read people talking about replacing jobs but no one mentioning house mortgages or business loans. When jobs go in a small area the house values fall and mortgages become untenable. With skill you can find another job in another place, but you cannot do anything about your home becoming worthless.