India needs 35 million green jobs by 2047
India faces a dual challenge of environmental sustainability and need for rapid economic growth.With a population projected to exceed 1.6 billion by 2047, the demand for employment will be immense, especially as traditional industries face disruption from automation and climate change impacts. Green jobs offer a solution by fostering economic resilience with environmental outcomes, crucial for achieving India’s global commitments. Additionally, creating green jobs can empower youth, enhance rural livelihoods, and bridge the urban-rural development divide, ensuring an inclusive and sustainable future for all.
WeforWater fellowship creates skilled workforce for green economy.
It is India’s first apprenticeship program to skill youth in becoming workers, leaders, managers and enablers for sustainability.
Green jobs are decent jobs that preserve/ restore the environment either in new green sectors or in conventional sectors
Fellows develop 21st Century skills through on- ground experiential learning and reflection.
The fellows go through a one year long process where they are attached to one of the projects. In the process they get an opportunity to interact with the community as well as various experts in the sector, preparing them to enter the Green economy with the right competencies and a long term vision.
