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Importance of Green Economy
                 We all can admit to one fact that “development can be categorised in two ways”. One in which there is
                 self-growth i.e., restricted to a particular individual or organisation and the other in which all the stakeholders
                 get some kind of benefits in some way or the other. Encouraging and practicing green economy is the second
                 category of development that helps a healthy life for all.
                 Boosting green economy can have some additional benefits too, such as:
                   Saving natural resources.                         Better health conditions of human beings.
                   Better natural tourist destinations.              Pollution-free environment.
                   Peaceful coexistence of other animals.            Abundance of natural healing and natural medicines.

                   Less chaos and a peaceful lifestyle.
                 Components of a Green Economy

                 A  green  economy  is  structured  to  utilise  fewer  resources,  cause  less  pollution  and  promote  growth  and
                 well-being for all. It integrates the needs of society, the environment and the economy to create benefits for
                 all stakeholders.
                   Renewable Energy: Uses renewable sources like wind, water, sun, earth and biomass to produce energy
                   that is abundant and less polluting.
                   Green Building: Buildings designed to minimise environmental impact through efficient use of resources
                   and minimal waste production.

                   Well-managed  (Sustainable) Transport:  Transport  systems  that  are  economically  beneficial  and
                   environmentally friendly, reducing costs and environmental damage.
                   Water Management: Practices aimed at avoiding water pollution and wastage, promoting the efficient
                   use and recycling of water resources.
                   Waste Management:  Strategies  to  prevent  resource  loss  and  pollution  by  separating  waste  and
                   implementing the 5R’s—Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repurpose.
                   Land Management: Using land for various purposes in a way that meets human needs without causing
                   environmental harm.

                 Skill Development for a Green Economy

                 India faces significant challenges in expanding access to food, energy, water and other essential services for
                 its growing population. The country aims to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development, which
                 necessitates the development of skills for green jobs. These skills are crucial for an effective transition from an
                 unsustainable economy to a green one by balancing the supply and demand for green skills.
                 A green job can be in various sectors, including business, nonprofit organisations, government, or education.
                 Some roles, like organic farming, require specific knowledge and skills for growing certified organic crops.
                 Similarly, solar technicians and engineers need expertise in the design, installation and maintenance of solar
                 panels and appliances. Conversely, roles such as graphic designers or cashiers in green companies may not
                 need specialised green skills but still contribute to the overall growth of a green economy.

                   GREEN SKILLS
                 Green skills are crucial for promoting a sustainable, green economy. These skills include knowledge and
                 practices essential in areas such as renewable energy, wastewater treatment, climate-resilient cities, green
                 construction and solid waste management. They encompass:
                   Renewable Energy: Utilising solar and wind power.



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