Alfred Pebria recalls a harrowing experience trying to hoist a nacelle for a wind turbine when their crane froze, emphasizing the risks inherent in the job.
Pebria reflects on the dangers of wind energy work, stating, 'There's nothing safe about that job; you don't manage safety. You manage the risk.' The nature of the work requires constant vigilance due to various hazards.
Despite the risks and challenges, workers like Pebria express a passion for their jobs in wind energy, which is experiencing rapid growth in employment, overshadowing coal by a significant margin.
The growth in the wind workforce is notable, with 131,327 jobs reported in 2023, more than double the employment in coal, indicating a shift towards renewable energy careers.
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