Compendium of promising practices for the promotion of jobs and skills for a green economy

The transition to sustainable economies and societies holds promise in opening opportunities for jobseekers to participate in the green economy, acquire new jobs and related skills. The concept of a green economy is often associated with the principles of decent work, social inclusion, poverty eradication, and ensuring that no one is left behind – all of which are central for a just transition. But how do efforts to promote greener economies actually play out to realise this potential?

In 2022, G7 leaders committed to increasing, by 2025, the share of their official development assistance dedicated to employment and skills promotion in green sectors and the greening of traditional sectors. Through an initiative supporting this commitment, the ILO, with input from G7 countries and the EU, identified and documented a range of initiatives and practices that promote green jobs and skills for green jobs and demonstrate social, economic, and environmental impact.

These experiences are featured in the Compendium of Promising Practices for the Promotion of Green Jobs and Skills for a Green Economy, a collection that highlights innovative policies, programmes, and partnerships that are delivering results.