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Peoples & Things

Trish Kahle on the Labor History of Energy Systems

Jun 24, 2024
Trish Kahle, Assistant Professor at Georgetown University-Qatar, discusses the labor history of electricity systems, energy citizenship, and the emerging field of energy humanities. They explore the intersection of labor history and technology, the significance of energy workers, and the interconnectedness of energy and human behavior.
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  • Energy citizenship links coal miners' civic obligations to the country's energy system.
  • Redefining energy relationships through miners' claims as a form of civic involvement.

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Explore the Concept of Energy Citizenship

Energy citizenship is introduced as a concept detailing the relationship between coal miners and the country in the context of energy obligations. Miners claim a civic obligation from the country because of their contribution to the energy system. This dynamic reflects a complex interplay of political activism, labor action, and societal obligations that shape the country's political and social fabric.

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