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- The Emerging Green Economy
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Lede (also description):
From the federal to the state level, governments are giving a boost to new technology and energy sources. President-elect Obama has promised five million "green collar" jobs. Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski is working to bring electric cars and related manufacturing plants to the state. There are also numerous long-term and emerging "green" businesses already in Oregon. KLCC's Jes Burns reports.
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Piece Description
Lede (also description):
From the federal to the state level, governments are giving a boost to new technology and energy sources. President-elect Obama has promised five million "green collar" jobs. Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski is working to bring electric cars and related manufacturing plants to the state. There are also numerous long-term and emerging "green" businesses already in Oregon. KLCC's Jes Burns reports.
Broadcast History
Aired as part of KLCC's Special Issues Series on the economy: 12/8 --12/12
Intro and Outro
INTRO:see full description for suggested host lede.
OUTRO:standard reporter out
Additional Credits
Tripp Sommer (Editor)





