CEDEFOP: Tracking the green transition in labour markets

The European Green Deal and its industrial plan is the EU’s broad and multifaceted response to climate change. It is the bloc’s policy framework for transitioning from an economy that relies on fossil fuels and practices harming the environment to one that prioritises sustainability, environmental protection, and carbon neutrality. Green transition is also about embracing … Read more

New study affirms that the twin green and digital transition could be overlooking environmental issues

The European Green Deal is a set of policy initiatives aimed at ensuring that the EU achieves climate neutrality by 2050. In light of this challenge, the parallel goals of the green and digital transitions are at the forefront of the European Commission’s priorities, but are they compatible? A new study from the UOC (Universitat … Read more

European Environment Agency: “It´s time to speed up the circular economy in Europe”

Despite legislative advances over the past five years, efforts to transform the European economy – largely linear and “disposable” – into a circular economy will require bolder actions. It is essential to take decisive steps to drastically reduce waste, prioritize resource use reduction, increase recycling rates, and improve the circular design of products, according to … Read more

Urgent Need for Twin Green and Digital Transition in Industry, According to The Circularity Gap Report 2024

In light of The Circularity Gap Report 2024, recently released by the Circle Economy Foundation, it is evident that the global push towards a circular economy is more crucial than ever. Over the past five years, discussions on circular economy principles have surged, but the global circularity rate has declined from 9.1% to 7.2%. This … Read more

New OECD skills outlook: Skills for a Resilient Green and Digital Transition

In a comprehensive Skills Outlook report for 2023, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) highlights the urgent need for countries to significantly enhance their efforts in fortifying initial education systems. The report emphasizes the importance of providing improved upskilling and reskilling opportunities for lifelong learning, ensuring that skills available align more effectively with … Read more