February 15, 2023
Human power: how steelworkers could make-or-break the renewable energy transition
Switching to renewable energy is an important step to reducing the effects of climate change, especially in heavy industry like steel mills. But while many choose to focus on technological advancements alone, it’s the steelworkers themselves who will ultimately make-or-break this transition away from fossil fuels. A new research project from Herrick Labs assistant professor Rebecca Ciez combines both technology and sociology – studying how the steelworkers of the future will be affected by electrification.