🎓 Arts and humanities third in Ireland. Asia leads global bioenergy capacity. China’s industrial growth at 8%.

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🎓 Higher Education. Arts and humanities was the third most popular field in Ireland
🍃 Green Skills. Asia accounted for the highest installed bioenergy capacity
🏭 Advanced Manufacturing. China’s industrial growth peaked at 8%

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🎓 Arts and humanities was the third most popular field in Ireland

Arts and humanities rank as the third most common field in Irish higher education because they offer broad, flexible pathways into multiple careers rather than a single occupation. These programmes build transferable skills such as critical thinking and cultural literacy. Ireland’s strong cultural sector and emphasis on tertiary education also feed sustained job demand. Continued funding through the National Skills Strategy supports the humanities as part of a balanced, adaptable graduate workforce.

🍃 Asia accounted for the highest installed bioenergy capacity

Asia accounts for the largest share of installed bioenergy capacity in 2024, reaching nearly 45% globally. This reflects the region’s abundant agricultural residues, large biomass supply chains, and strong energy demand from rapidly growing economies. Bioenergy also supports energy security by reducing reliance on imported fuels while managing waste. Expanding rural electrification and industrial heat usage have further driven uptake. National renewable energy targets across Asia continue to prioritise bioenergy within broader clean energy transition strategies.

🏭 China’s industrial growth peaked at 8%

China’s industrial value-added growth rate was broadly unchanged between May 2024 and May 2025, despite notable volatility in the intervening months. The pattern indicates an average growth rate of above 5%, underlining industrial resilience, supported by state-led investment and export-oriented manufacturing. Strong performance in advanced manufacturing and equipment production has helped offset the weakness in the property sector. China’s push to upgrade industry through its New Industrialisation strategy continues to prioritise smart manufacturing, automation, and high-end production capacity.

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