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Asturias, bridging the gap in the green transition

This case study shows the impact of the green transition on the Spanish region Asturia and how the former coal region manages it by up- and reskilling workers.

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Publication date
19 November 2025
Author
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
Industrial Ecosystem
  • Renewable energy

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Without targeted support, industrial regions risk falling behind in the green transition. Asturias shows how regions with an industrial legacy can take steps toward a greener economy through coordinated planning and investment.

Directing resources to the regions facing the biggest challenges supports a fairer, more inclusive transition for workers and communities.

Date of original publication: 15/07/2025

Asturias, bridging the gap in the green transition

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  • 19 NOVEMBER 2025
Asturias, bridging the gap in the green transition