People will power the green industrial revolution

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It is critical that green jobs are made available, accessible and attractive to the UK workforce, argues Nesta's Andrew Sissons

The transition to net zero is creating a number of opportunities for the UK economy, from cheaper electricity to revitalising former industrial regions. But one element of the green economy has been noticeably...

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