REGIONAL EMPLOYMENT
- How will the workers currently employed in fossil fuel industries be supported to transition to high quality jobs or into retirement in a clean economy?
- How will workers who have not had access to high quality jobs be included in the future economy?
EXACERBATION OF THE CLIMATE CRISIS
- How will the harm already done by the climate crisis be repaired?
- How will the future economy be regenerative to the climate and ecosystems?
WATER AND SOIL CONTAMINATION
- How will the contaminants in the bay, land, and groundwater be cleaned up?
- How will the future economy ensure that it does not contaminate water and land?
RACIAL INJUSTICE
- How will the harm that has been done to Black, Indigenous, and other people of color be repaired?
- How will structures and practices prevent racial inequities in the future?
SUPPRESSED PROPERTY VALUES
- How will the tenants living in housing on land that increases in value be protected from displacement and allowed to enjoy the benefits of a safer environment?
- What future land uses will replace the fossil fuel industry and contribute to a regenerative economy and healthy neighborhoods?
POLITICAL MANIPULATION
- How will the political influence of the fossil fuel industry be kept in check so that government can be responsive and equitable in its role?
LOCAL TAX PAYMENTS
- How will the revenue from fossil fuel industries that currently supports the City and the school district be replaced with new sources?
- How will City and school district services maintain stability in the transition period as a fossil-free economy is built?
CONTRIBUTIONS TO NON-PROFITS
- How will the services provided by nonprofits and community groups that currently receive donations from fossil fuel companies maintain current levels of funding and meet community needs?
DAMAGING HEALTH EFFECTS
- How will the harm to residents’ health be repaired and protected?
- How will the future economy ensure that air pollution does not cause harm to residents?
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