Post by COP30 Brazil

⁠The transition to a low-carbon economy is not just about climate — it is also fundamentally about jobs. It has the potential to become one of the largest drivers of employment this decade. This shift could generate around 375 million net jobs by 2035, according to the report “Jobs and Skills for the New Economy: An Action Agenda for a People-Centered Climate Transition”, launched at COP30 by Systemiq Ltd. and the World Resources Institute. But this transformation will not happen on its own. Employment will expand in sectors such as renewable energy, construction, recycling, and nature-based solutions — while jobs linked to fossil fuels and high-emission industries are expected to decline. At the same time, roughly 630 million jobs will be reshaped. Beyond sectoral shifts, millions of existing roles will evolve as tasks adapt to climate goals — from farmers adjusting production cycles to construction workers adopting sustainable building practices. The challenge is not only to create jobs, but to prepare people. Education, training, and reskilling systems must keep pace with the speed of economic transformation. Yet today, most countries still fail to fully integrate “jobs and skills” into their climate strategies — limiting the potential of the transition itself. At COP30, this agenda was brought to the center. A people-centered approach connects climate, development, and inclusion — and significantly increases the chances of a successful transition. Moving forward requires coordinated action: better planning (policies), stronger innovation (education, training, entrepreneurship), and scaled investment (financing) in people. Some countries — including Liberia, The Gambia, China, Sierra Leone, Vietnam, Somalia, Benin, India — already stand out for their high potential in climate-related job creation, according to the study. Brazil also emerges as a country with significant opportunities for green jobs, while still facing important challenges in skills development and inclusion. Turning this potential into real opportunity will depend on the choices made now. 👉 The image highlights the key skills needed for the new economy across five sectors. Do you know someone already navigating this transition? Share their story in the comments. 📄 Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/ev4UJNQ2