Education and Skills for Inclusive Growth and Green Jobs in Asia: Sri Lanka

This presentation shares the Government of Sri Lanka’s initiatives on green skills. It provides an overview of green jobs and green compliance in the country, along with greening trends in terms of knowledge and skill requirements, and current and future gaps. The presentation also includes a number of suggested recommendations.

Why are Green Skills Important for the Future? A Private Sector Perspective for Energy Efficiency and Skilled Workers

Buildings are now considered the largest driver for energy demand sector in developing countries of Asia and the Pacific. With the multitude of actors involved in the construction value chain, considering the need to create mandatory building energy codes and introduce skills development programs are crucial.