Diversifying Economies in Coal-Reliant Communities Podcast
NACo recently released a new podcast focusing on economic diversification and transition in coal-reliant communities.…
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Coal-Reliant Communities Innovation Challenge
The National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) Research…
Smart Growth America: State and Regional Policy Guide
This guide to state and regional policy is divided into the following categories: Comprehensive approaches…
Creating Green Jobs and Economic Diversification in Central Appalachia by Reclaiming Polluting Coal Mines
This report explores: Water pollution in central Appalachia Abandoned mine lands Bond forfeiture sites Links…
The Decline of Central Appalachian Coal and the Need for Economic Diversification
This report explores the following topics: Declining competitiveness of central Appalachian coal for electricity generation…
Downstream Strategies: Reports and Projects
Reports and projects from Downstream Strategies explore many topics including: Diversifying energy production Food hubs Policy…
Strategies for Appalachian Transition
This report explores five transition strategies for Eastern Kentucky: Support entrepreneurs Energy efficiency Local foods…
Case Studies in Sustainable Development in the Coal Industry
This report reviews case study examples of sustainable development being made by coal-producing and coal-using…
Strategies for Economic Improvement in Appalachia’s Distressed Rural Counties
This report presents the challenges confronting economic and community development efforts in rural Appalachian communities…
Economic Diversity in Appalachia: Statistics, Strategies, and Guides for Action
This report provides lessons to inform local and regional economic development efforts across Appalachia. Case…