This week Sustainability Consult participated in an event on
Green Jobs within the context of Rio+20, hosted by MEP Elisabeth Schroedter. The discussion was based on the recent report
launched together by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the United
Nations Environment Programme (UNEP): Working Towards Sustainable
Development.
The report emphasizes the
possibility of following a path towards an efficient growth model that will not
only satisfy economic indicators, but also incorporate viewpoints from the
environmental, long-term employment and social perspectives.
Noting that Europe is a
world leader in the implementation of measures promoting the shift from a ‘brown
economy’ to a green one, the speakers were nevertheless unanimous in agreeing that much more needs to be done, both at the
European level and worldwide. The panel
urged further discussion on the need for solid sustainable industry policies,
strong partnerships with local players and investment in the development of
crucial skills.
The panel reached a
general consensus on the promise of green jobs reducing poverty, fostering social
inclusion and contributing towards sustainable development, before recommending
that policy makers continue providing incentives and structures to encourage
the greening of the economy.
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