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Youth Perspectives on Climate: A Summary

Core Content

This report highlights the perspectives of youth aged 16 to 24 on climate change and the importance of green skills in shaping a sustainable future. It is intended for corporate sustainability and HR leaders, as well as policymakers, to inform strategies for workforce development, talent retention, and policy creation. The findings are based on a survey of 5,100 youth across 21 countries, with 83% from the Global South.

Main Findings

1. Climate Anxiety and Hope

• 67% of youth globally worry about how climate change could affect their future, an increase from 2023.
• 72% believe there is still time to address climate change and fix its problems.
• There is a rural-urban divide, with urban and suburban youth more likely to express concern than their rural counterparts.
• In the Global North, 81% of youth in the US are worried, while only 33% in Bangladesh are.
• In the Global South, 76% of youth in Egypt are worried, compared to 43% in Pakistan.

2. Green Skills and Career Opportunities

• 61% of youth globally believe developing green skills will open up new career opportunities.
• 53% of youth globally are interested in pursuing green jobs, rising to 64% in the Global North.
• 70% of Turkish youth are interested in green jobs, while 19% of Ethiopian youth are.
• 44% of youth globally feel equipped with the necessary green skills, with a higher percentage in the Global North.
• Green skills include both hard skills (e.g., recycling, waste reduction, energy conservation) and soft skills (e.g., environmental literacy, community leadership).

3. Disparities in Green Skills Knowledge

• Youth in the Global South are more knowledgeable about recycling and waste reduction (70%) and energy and water conservation (65%) compared to those in the Global North.
• In the Global North, knowledge of climate technologies, data analysis, and sustainable design has declined since 2023.

4. Youth as Climate Leaders

• Youth are actively involved in environmental activism, volunteerism, and community-based initiatives.
• Green Rising, a global movement led by UNICEF and supported by Capgemini, aims to mobilize 20 million young people by 2026 to take grassroots action.
• Youth-led movements are increasingly influential in driving change and shaping policy.

5. Call for Action

• Youth emphasize the need for meaningful collaboration with adults in both business and politics to address climate change.
• 70% of youth in both the Global North and South believe that business and political leaders must act more decisively.
• 47% feel that adults in their communities listen to and consider their views.

Key Recommendations

For Policymakers

• Work alongside youth voices in policy-making.
• Integrate green skills into education curriculums.
• Democratize access to education and training.
• Align climate goals with youth employment and education strategies.

For Corporate Leaders

• Co-design green job pathways with youth.
• Increase the ratio of youth securing green jobs within five years of employment.
• Support community-based green skills initiatives.
• Incorporate youth voices into ESG and climate strategies.
• Invest in youth-led projects, entrepreneurship, and volunteerism.

Youth Voices

Catarina Lorenzo (Brazil)

• A professional surfer and climate activist who has been involved with the UN since age 12.
• Highlights the importance of green skills for future employment and sustainability.
• Envisions a future where youth-led movements will shape global environmental policies.

Fatma Nur Tosun (Turkey)

• EU-Turkey Youth Climate Envoy and media content lead.
• Emphasizes that green jobs represent more than employment; they are opportunities to lead and innovate for climate action.

Nokwanda Ndlovu (South Africa)

• Climate activist and postgraduate student.
• Shares concerns about climate impacts such as flooding and wildfires.
• Highlights the need for climate education and awareness to address local and global challenges.

Shibani Padhy (India)

• Climate activist and youth leader with the National Youth Climate Consortium.
• Advocates for environmental literacy, waste management, circular economy, and sustainable agriculture as essential skills for a sustainable future.

Sarika Naik (Capgemini)

• Group Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer.
• Emphasizes the importance of green skills in preparing youth for a sustainable future.

Conclusion

Youth across the globe are motivated to act and value green skills as essential for their future. However, they feel underprepared for the green workforce. The report underscores the need for collaboration, education, and policy alignment to ensure that young people can lead the way in the green transition. By investing in their skills and voices, governments and businesses can create a sustainable and inclusive future.