Employers Are Looking For Applicants With Green Skills. Here's Everything You Should Know
Find out more at the KESUMA Green Skills Fair this week!
By Khirthnadhevi Kumar — 23 Apr 2024, 01:44 PM
In our increasingly sustainability-focused world, the demand for green skills has surged
These skills are essential for roles that contribute to environmental sustainability. According to The Star, reports have suggested that embracing green activities could inject an estimated RM48.8 trillion into the global GDP by 2050 and create 24 million new jobs worldwide by 2030.
But what exactly are green skills, and why are they so important?
Green skills are all about the essential abilities, knowledge, and competencies needed for jobs that help protect our environment
Green skills include having technical knowledge and expertise in using green technologies in professional settings. But apart from that, green skills also include having environmental knowledge, problem-solving abilities, communication skills, adaptability, an understanding of policies, and green business sense, among others.
These abilities are important in many kinds of roles, and are applicable across companies that aim to adopt sustainable practices or technologies.
Salaries for roles demanding green skills vary, influenced by industry, experience, location, and market demand
According to the latest Global Energy Talent Index (GETI), over 50% of low-carbon energy professionals worldwide secured a pay rise last year. The study surveyed 12,000 energy industry professionals and showed a trend whereby individuals with green skills are growing in demand due to the increasing green skills gap.
Additionally, jobs in sustainability and green technologies generally provide competitive compensation, reflecting the increasing significance of environmental responsibility.
Wanna know more and excited to upskill yourself in the green field? You can attend the KESUMA Green Skills Fair 2024!
TalentCorp is organising this fair, in an effort to support the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) in its goal to promote the growth of green jobs, which is key to building an economy that is both inclusive and focused on sustainability.
The KESUMA Green Skills Fair 2024 by TalentCorp in collaboration with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), will be held in conjunction with the ASEAN Green Jobs Forum and the MYFutureJobs Green Job Fair.
The KESUMA Green Skills Fair 2024 will be happening from 25 to 27 April, so mark your calendars!
KESUMA Green Skills Fair 2024
Date: 25 to 27 April
Time: 10am to 5pm
Location: Level G & 3, Avenue K Shopping Mall
At the KESUMA Green Skills Fair 2024, attendees will delve into the forefront of green job industries and government initiatives through enriching talks, exhibition and activities. Industry leaders will share industry insights, from skills development to their pivotal role in fostering sustainability and economic growth.
The exhibition floor will feature sustainable innovations and pocket talk from various industries where you can gain insights from leading experts pioneering in sustainability. Through informative displays and workshops, visitors can dive into the latest advancements in green technology.
Moreover, the fair will offer a bustling hub for upskilling and career advancement in the green job sector
With diverse booths featuring programmes and initiatives from over 30 organisations leading in the field of green technology, attendees will get to immerse themselves in a world of opportunities to enhance their skills and explore new career avenues.
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