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Invest in training and employing new workers in sustainable energy

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From: Michael E. R., San Diego, CA

Jim Bell, formerly homeless in San Diego, proposes that we stop wasting billions on unnecessary electric infrastructure. Instead, use that money to implement energy efficiency, conservation, and diversified, distributed, renewable energy systems, while training, educating, and employing people. Details here: jimbell.com.

And more ideas that I've collected here: SD Sustainable Future.

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