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Water Management: Efficient use and treatment of water resources.
Rainwater Harvesting: Collecting and storing rainwater.
Energy Conservation: Implementing energy-saving practices.
Pollution Reduction: Minimising environmental pollutants.
Green skills support the transition from an emissions-intensive economy to one focused on cleaner, greener
production. They prepare individuals for green jobs that enhance environmental quality, human well-being
and social equity. Technologies like solar panels require skilled technicians for installation and maintenance.
The National Skill Development Mission of India, launched in 2015, includes green skills training to promote
sustainability across various sectors.
Green skills are essential for:
Managing Natural Resources: To understand how our actions affect the environment, we need to create
and use technologies that reduce the use of natural resources. It’s also important to be aware of and follow
rules that guide us in using these resources in a sustainable and responsible way.
Supporting Climate Resilience: To address climate change, we need to create models that help us
understand its projections. We should also develop strategies to manage risks related to future resource
availability and use technologies that make us more resilient to changes.
Enhancing Resource Efficiency: To create business models that use resources efficiently, we need to
develop and adopt technologies that make the most of available resources and minimise waste.
Promoting Low Carbon Industries: To boost renewable energy, we should develop technologies for
wind, solar and water power. We also need to create and use technologies and products that cut down on
carbon emissions.
Effective communication is vital for collaboration on green solutions, especially in sectors like green building.
The Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP) by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate
Change aims to develop skilled workers dedicated to sustainable development, contributing to the Sustainable
Development Goals.
GREEN JOBS
Green jobs are roles that contribute to preserving or restoring environmental quality, promoting sustainable
development across various sectors. These jobs protect ecosystems, enhance biodiversity and reduce
energy, materials and water consumption through high-efficiency strategies. Green jobs exist in sectors
such as agriculture, manufacturing, research and development and more, facilitating the transition from a
high-carbon to a low-carbon economy through eco-friendly technologies. The demand for green jobs is
increasing, especially in areas like green buildings and energy efficiency, requiring architects, engineers,
technicians and construction workers. Key sectors with potential for green jobs include:
Sector Areas/Field Green Jobs
Agriculture Organic farming Water quality technician
Watershed management Rainwater harvesting professionals and
Rainwater harvesting technicians
Solar pump technician
Greenhouse or polyhouse professionals
and technicians
Construction Designing and manufacturing Green builders
energy-efficient appliances Green design professionals
Enhancing building efficiency Green workers
through energy audits
Constructing green buildings
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