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Getting the whole job done: Creating jobs that revitalize the economy and protect communities and resources from climate change PDF

Addressing climate change means reducing emissions and protecting people and resources from impacts already under way. Significant dedicated funding is required to keep our economy, health and resources resilient in a warming world. Investing 5% of total allowance value in natural resource adaptation projects will create jobs across the country that protect the resources upon which our economy, health and culture rely. These types of projects include: stream bed repair, removing invasive species, coastline restoration and installing culverts.

Safeguarding our natural resources from global warming: Creating green jobs for America PDF

Global warming poses an unprecedented threat to the survival of the natural world and the fish and wildlife Americans cherish. With the passage of the American Clean Energy and Security Act in the House of Representatives, the Senate now has a historic opportunity to revive the rural economy and create new American jobs while securing clean air and water for future generations. In order to protect our communities and economy, climate and energy legislation must dedicate 5% of total allowance value to safeguarding our natural resources from changing climates.

Green Jobs Restoring the Land - Economic revitalization that fights global warming PDF

As the Congress considers proposals to revive the economy by putting people to work rebuilding America’s crumbling infrastructure, the time has come to use existing authorities to create jobs that protect America’s green infrastructure from crumbling in the face of global warming. Green Jobs Restoring the Land will stimulate the economy and return significant economic benefits, especially in rural communities.