Front Lines of the Energy Transition

Columbia Energy Exchange · Apr 8, 2025 · 1m

In energy policy circles, the word "resilience" often refers to future-proof systems or infrastructure designed for the transition away from fossil fuels. But resilience means something different to the communities that have been built on those conventional energy sources. Without a policy strategy, communities whose economies are dependent on fossil fuels aren't well positioned to thrive in – or perhaps even survive – a clean energy transition. So how can economic resilience improve livelihoods in fossil fuel dependent communities? Are the near-term risks and economic impacts these…