Preparing the Workforce for the Low-Carbon Economy: A Closer Look at Green Jobs and Green Skills

Publication | October 2023
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This brief explores the occupations and skills likely to be needed for green jobs in Asia and the Pacific. It looks at how policymakers can help prepare workforces for the transition to a low-carbon economy.

The brief sets out definitions of green jobs and outlines likely growth areas. It notes that technical and medium-skilled occupations are expected to be in high demand and looks at emerging roles. It suggests how governments can help address education gaps and speed up the development of a workforce ready for the green economy of the future.

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Author
Type
Series
Subjects
  • Education
  • Social development and protection
  • Social protection - labor and employment
Pages
  • 12
Dimensions
  • 8.5 x 11
SKU
  • BRF230397-2
ISBN
  • 978-92-9270-364-6 (print)
  • 978-92-9270-365-3 (electronic)
ISSN
  • 2071-7202 (print)
  • 2218-2675 (electronic)

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