To help you stay on the pulse of in-demand green capabilities and skills, we invite you to subscribe to the monthly GUP Newsletter.
Whether you're a high school teacher, college or university faculty member, career counselor, or employer seeking green talent, this newsletter is tailored for those interested in the nexus between classrooms and careers.
Join educators and employers dedicated to green skills education at the nexus of classrooms and careers.
Showcase your commitment to green-skills-friendly courses and work-based learning experiences.
Attend an education-industry bridging summit spotlighting truly in-demand skills, tools, and jobs on February 15-16, 2024.
Throughout the Back-to-School Season, Challenge participants receive a complimentary GEM Starter Kit, providing a practical introduction to green skills education and employer demand.
Our newsletter focuses on the skills that matter most in a world where sustainability is paramount.
Dive into the following standard features to keep yourself updated:
1. Skills Spotlight: Uncover sought-after, and sometimes overlooked, skills. For example, the August issue shines a light on biodiversity skills. While the world seeks clean energy and climate tech capabilities, good old-fashioned ecology skills, augmented with advanced technologies, are also in high demand. Discover how industry leaders like BREEAM incorporate ecologists and biodiversity specialists into various stages of projects.
2. Job Demand: Explore forward-thinking reports that analyze growth numbers and regional demand for green and sustainability skills. Our team reviews reports from reliable sources like the International Labor Organization (ILO), the US Department of Labor, and the World Economic Forum specifically for educators.
3. Monthly Opportunities: Unlock exclusive resources designed specifically for educators and employers cultivating green talent. Take part, for example, in the "Green UpSkill Challenge," a quick three-step journey that connects you to the demands of the green talent market. Integrate specialized skills and tools into your courses effortlessly.
4. Encouraging Words: Gain wisdom and inspiration from industry pioneers and experts. Our video interviews and event coverage provide insights from the likes of Biomimicry 3.8 co-founders Janine Benyus and Dayna Baumeister. Empower your students with entrepreneurship and courage, aligning with their aspirations.
Bonus Content: Stay up-to-date with on-point, career-relevant events and leadership in the field. Join teachers and employers to network worldwide, from the Green Economy Conference in Akwa-Ibom, Nigeria to the Sustainability Summit in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These events explore innovative approaches to coupling teaching and practice for sustainability with job demand.
The future can be greener for our students when we shape it together as teachers and employers.
Subscribe to the Monthly GUP Newsletter and feel more plugged into actual demand for your student's talents and skills so that you can guide them effectively.
Thank you for your dedication to nurturing our leaders for today and tomorrow.
Best regards,
L. Julian Keniry, Principal and Founder,
with Nikko Concepcion, SaaS-Admn for the ESDI Group's Green Teach for Opportunity Project