STEM Education, skills essential for developing Green Tech

The international conference also highlighted how National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 also stresses on Sustainable Development Goals on education.

To bridge the skills gap for the green economy, the International Conference on Sustainability Education (ICSE) has decided to strengthen sustainability education into the education system.

It has also suggested integrating green skills into national curriculum, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, and building multi-stakeholder partnerships.

“The seventh edition of ICSE 2025 focused on aligning education with the needs of green jobs in sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, circular economy, eco-tourism, and biodiversity conservation, reads a release issued post event.

Dr. Benno Boer, Chief, UNESCO South-Asia, emphasising the role of collective efforts in achieving sustainability said, “⁠It’s crucial to foster strong collaboration between governments and the private sector to design and scale programs that unlock new employment pathways. Green jobs pave the way for a more just and resilient world."

The conference also deliberated upon the emerging sector of blue economy connecting it with blue education and blue jobs related skills and knowledge needed for the sustainable use of ocean resources.

Amit Verma, Director, Green Transition, Environment and Climate Change ay NITI Aayog said: “Our priority was to build a workforce ready for the demands of the green economy. Addressing the skills gap through education and vocational training served as the bridge between innovation and implementation.”

Prof. Prithvi Yadav, President  & Vice Chancellor, Padampat Singhania University said: “Green jobs required not only technical knowledge but also a mindset of stewardship. Universities had to nurture graduates who were both employable and responsible global citizens.”

The international conference also highlighted how National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 also stresses on Sustainable Development Goals on education.

As per the report released during the conference, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) skills are essential for developing innovative solutions for sustainability and also for advancing green technologies.

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