The "Just Transition" is to that new economy necessary to avoid environmental cataclysm, a transition that creates good work and income for all and cleans up the environmental ruination of low income particularly people of color communities. That is, Just Transition means building an economy run towards economic and social justice.
Bill and Jim discuss upcoming events:
Beyond Fossil Fuel Exports: A Just Transition to a Clean & Equitable Economy for Portland
Join "Fight for $15" advocate Seattle City Councilor Kshama Sawant, Joe Uehlein of Labor Network for Sustainability, Vancouver, BC City Councilor Andrea Reimer, and Just Transition Alliance Director Jose Bravo at a public forum on how Portland can lead the country away from fossil fuel export infrastructure and toward a cleaner, more equitable economy. Sponsored by the Center for Sustainable Economy, 350PDX, Climate Jobs, Climate Action Coalition and others. Admission: Sliding scale, $0-$20. No one turned away for lack of funds. Thursday at 7 PM - 9 PM First Unitarian Church 1211 SW Main St, Portland, Oregon 97205
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