In this recent article by Joshua Busby, a Minerva-funded researcher, he discusses how recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic will eventually lead to a pulse of economic activity and higher pollution levels, but there will also be opportunity once this crisis subsides to support a low-carbon and more equitable economy. The impact of the energy transition on the vibrancy of local communities will be a key metric of success.
Link: https://www.eurasiareview.com/22042020-energy-transition-coal-as-the-canary-analysis