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| Author: | Robertson, J. |
| Title: | Electronics, environment and employment: Harnessing private gain to the common good |
| Journal: | Futures
1995 : JUN, VOL. 27:5, p. 487-504 |
| Index terms: | COMMUNICATION ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY EMPLOYMENT |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | It is argued that the UK and Europe must play a leading part in : developing the economically and socially sensitive use of information and communication technologies (ICTs); accelerating the transition to environmental sustainable development; and curing the social and economic ills of high unemployment. A systemic approach to these three linked goals is proposed, comprising four main policy proposals: a restructuring of taxation and benefits to increase the supply of jobs, discourage environmentally unsustainable activities , and encourage a more rapid take-up of ICTs; a reappraisal of R&D policy to support environmentally sustainable development and alternatives to formal employment; greater local economic self-reliance; and improved education and training. |
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