But as the United States transitions to a carbon-constrained economy, new industries would develop, consequently spawning jobs and sustaining growth while also improving air and water.
The idea is that half a dozen startups can occupy the same office space when each has only three or four employees and can move out into bigger offices when they raise venture capital dollars or develop a level of self-sustaining sales.
The current challenges associated with maintaining and sustaining an adequate supply of clean water are spurring opportunities to develop new innovations that will protect the environment and create jobs.