Loading ...As of 2024, there isn’t a precise global count of individuals employed specifically in roles dedicated to combating global warming. However, various estimates and projections provide insight into the scale and growth of climate-related employment:
? Global Climate-Related Employment
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Clean Energy Sector: In 2022, the global energy sector employed approximately 67 million people, with clean energy jobs accounting for over half of this total—about 35 million positions. CSIS
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Projected Job Growth: The International Labour Organization (ILO) estimates that transitioning to a greener economy could create 24 million new jobs worldwide by 2030, provided appropriate policies are implemented. International Labour Organization+3Wikipedia+3International Labour Organization+3
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Occupational Health Risks: Approximately 65.7 million nonelderly adult workers in the U.S.—about 44% of the workforce—are employed in occupations with increased risk for climate-related health issues. These roles include agricultural and construction workers, emergency responders, and others exposed to extreme heat, poor air quality, and severe weather events. KFF+1World Bank Blogs+1
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Clean Energy Jobs: In 2022, employment in clean energy storage, grid technology, and modernization supported 146,811 jobs, while electricity transmission and distribution accounted for over 703,000 jobs. Environmental and Energy Study Institute
? Summary
While exact figures vary, it’s evident that millions of individuals globally are engaged in roles directly or indirectly related to addressing climate change. The clean energy sector alone employs tens of millions, and projections suggest substantial job growth in climate-related fields in the coming years.
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