Become Quote by Glenn Youngkin
“Creating jobs in coal-impacted communities is a priority and through the reclamation and repurposing of these mined lands, we hope to see an additional economic activity for properties that can become suitable for development.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Development Forum, 2022
Revitalizing former coal sites can create new jobs and economic use.
In simple terms: Reuse old mines for jobs.
Invest in land reclamation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- rural towns
- energy transition
- real estate development
- local government
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives encourage redevelopment?
- How to balance ecological and economic goals?
Reclamation can be costly and slow.