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            Due  to  climatic  changes  and  environmental  degradation,  we  are  experiencing  unpredictable  weather
            conditions today. There is a global degradation of the environment due to the depletion of resources
            such as air, water, and soil. Whether we work in a factory or in a field, we must be aware of the factors
            and systems that can harm the environment. In order to protect the environment, it is important to adopt
            eco-friendly practices and avoid using processes that may harm the environment. For example, in most
            cities, pollution is a problem. Detecting and minimising pollution can only be done if we are aware of
            the various ways to do so. Trees can be planted near our houses, and we can use eco-friendly modes of
            transportation such as electric cars, bicycles, etc. There are many ways we can protect our environment,
            like generating general awareness to protect the environment, using cloth or jute bags instead of plastic
            bags, proper disposal of wastewater, proper disposal of solid waste, closing the tap while brushing our
            teeth, reducing the usage of paper, encouraging eco-friendly products.

              5.1 GREEN JOBS

            Promoting  green  jobs  is  one  way  to  positively  impact  the  environment.  Environmental  protection
            and restoration are achieved through green jobs. A green job could be found in a traditional sector like
            manufacturing or construction or in a new field like renewable energy.
            A “green job” can be defined as a job that assists in transitioning to environmentally sustainable forms
            of  production  and  consumption  and  maintaining  them.  Green  jobs  include  jobs  that  help  to  protect
            ecosystems and biodiversity; reduce energy, materials, and water consumption through high-efficiency
            strategies; de-carbonize the economy; and minimise or altogether avoid the generation of all forms of
            waste and pollution.

            Green-collar workers include professionals such as green building architects, environmental consultants,
            waste  management  or  recycling  managers,  environmental  or  biological  systems  engineers,  landscape
            architects,  solar  and  wind  energy  engineers,  green  vehicle  engineers,  organic  farmers,  environmental
            lawyers, and business people dealing with green products or services. Green workers also include the
            electricians who install solar panels, plumbers who install solar water heaters, construction workers who
            build energy-efficient green buildings, technicians and workers involved in establishing wind power farms
            and those working for clean and renewable energy development.

            5.1.1 Benefits of Green Jobs

            With the greening of the economy, there is a great opportunity to start new businesses, develop new
            markets, and lower energy costs. Jobs that contribute to reducing carbon footprints and protecting the
            environment are becoming becoming key economic drivers for the 21st century. Green jobs help in:
            Ð ÐImproving energy and raw material efficiency


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