Green Jobs in a Sustainable Labor Market: Remote Work, Skills and Training

¹ Tashkent State University of Economics, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
² “Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers” National Research University, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

^* Corresponding author: a.irmatova@tsue.uz

Abstract

In the face of rapidly growing environmental threats, the need to transition to a green economy based on the use of environmentally friendly technologies and resources comes to the fore. One of the most important aspects of this transition is the creation of green jobs that contribute to reducing negative environmental impacts and sustainable development. The article examines the concept of green jobs as they define their role in mitigating the climate crisis and contributing to economic growth. The required skills for these jobs are analyzed, including both technical and soft skills that enable successful completion of environmentally responsible tasks. The study explores the differences in skill requirements for green and non-green jobs, and the importance of training managers and workers to effectively operate remote work in the context of a green economy. Based on data from sociological surveys conducted in the Republic of Uzbekistan, a relationship is found between the levels of manager training and employee support when working remotely, which plays an important role in organizing green jobs. The findings highlight the significance of building appropriate skills for a successful transition to a green economy and sustainable development.