The shutdown of the final blast furnace at Port Talbot steelworks in South Wales has led to the imminent loss of around 2,000 jobs, marking a significant decline in the region’s heavy industry. While Tata Steel plans to introduce an electric arc furnace by 2028 to reduce emissions, it will require fewer workers, leaving the community in a state of uncertainty. Local leaders express growing concerns over the economic impact, with businesses reporting a decline in morale and spending. Activists argue for a balanced transition to greener technologies without sacrificing jobs or community livelihoods.