LinkedIn Chief Economist on Trends in Green Jobs

The video explores the intersection of green skills, jobs, and the future of work. It highlights the importance of the green economy, driven by climate change and COVID-19 as a catalyst. Green skills are defined as those optimizing natural resource conservation, growing across industries. Employers are increasingly hiring for green skills, with demand outpacing traditional roles. The shift to a green economy is underway, with 24 million jobs projected by 2030. Education is evolving to incorporate green skills, and industries like energy and mining are leading the demand. The video concludes with a call to action for companies to set ambitious goals and invest in employee training to advance the green evolution.

What major global issue is highlighted as a significant threat in the context of the green economy?

• Technological advancement

• Political instability

• Climate change

• Economic recession

How are green skills defined in the context of the green economy?

• Skills for optimizing natural resource conservation

• Skills related to financial management

• Skills for digital marketing

• Skills for legal professions

Which industries are noted for having advanced green skills?

• Media and legal professions

• Construction and public administration

• Finance and insurance

• Retail and hospitality

What is the hiring rate comparison for individuals with green skills versus those without?

• Half as fast

• Twice as fast

• 1.5 times faster

• Same rate

How many jobs does the ILO estimate could be created in the green economy by 2030?

• 10 million

• 24 million

• 100 million

• 50 million

Which industry is experiencing the fastest growth in demand for green talent?

• Energy and mining

• Technology

• Fashion

• Healthcare

What is the call to action for companies regarding the green evolution?

• Focus on short-term profits

• Reduce employee training

• Limit hiring to traditional roles

• Invest in employee training and set ambitious goals