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Dirty green jobs, and the $1tn carmaker

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Green Jobs: Reality vs. Illusion

This chapter examines the dual nature of 'green jobs', contrasting the ideal of sustainable employment in renewable energy with the harsh realities faced by workers in mining and recycling industries. Through specific examples like cobalt mining, it highlights the urgent need for improved safety practices and worker protections in the transition to cleaner energy.

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