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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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