> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 🌍 Green skills gap widens. Global education initiatives step in. - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/green-skills-gap-widens-global-education-initiatives-step-in/ - Published: 2025-09-30T19:50:00.000Z - Updated: 2025-10-03T00:38:54.000Z - Description: Demand for green talent grew 12% last year, while supply only rose 5.6%. Without urgent action, this gap could double by 2050, shaping hiring, investment, and innovation strategies across sectors. - Author: QS - Tags: AI & Digital Innovation **Hello** πŸ‘‹ Global demand for green talent jumped 12% last year, while supply rose just 5.6%β€”a shortfall that could widen to 102% by 2050\. Around the world, governments, universities, and industries are racing to close the gap. In India, [Anna University and AICTE](https://www.dtnext.in/news/chennai/anna-university-aicte-trains-faculty-on-ai-for-green-efforts-disaster-resilience-848120?ref=newsletters.qs.com) are training faculty on AI applications for green efforts and disaster resilience. The [Government of Canada](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/government-canada-invests-training-canadas-201000719.html?guccounter=1&ref=newsletters.qs.com) is investing in programs to prepare its evolving low-carbon workforce, while [Georgian College](https://educationnewscanada.com/article/education/level/colleges/2/1156873/georgian-college-launches-greenhouse-micro-credential-in-partnership-with-rama-community-farm.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) launched a greenhouse micro-credential in partnership with Rama Community Farm. In Nigeria, a [Green Skills Bootcamp](https://dailytrust.com/green-skills-bootcamp-prepares-young-nigerians-for-the-new-economy/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) is preparing young people for jobs in the new economy. Meanwhile, the [Seventh ICSE conference](https://www.thehansindia.com/business/seventh-icse-conference-concludes-with-focus-on-green-skills-and-education-1009556?ref=newsletters.qs.com) underscored the need to embed green skills into education systems worldwide to meet future workforce demands. What was once seen as a niche expertise is now a core business metric, shaping hiring, investment, and innovation strategies across every sector. This transition goes beyond technical know-how, powered by four core skill areas driving change: - **Foundational climate literacy** to enable informed decision-making at every level. - **Regulatory literacy** in climate policy, ESG reporting, and green finance frameworks. - **Transversal skills** like systems thinking, adaptability, and circular economy approaches. - **Technical expertise** in renewable energy, sustainable materials, and green tech. [Access more insights.](https://auth.holoniq.com/u/login/identifier?state=hKFo2SBNcUZWV2pSMWg5RGdVbWlKQUdVajZMSlJvX0pkZWZXdaFur3VuaXZlcnNhbC1sb2dpbqN0aWTZIFA5bnU2dG8tMU5KVHgxQ3I2d2dXYnRVbjZFVXA4U0NFo2NpZNkgaDViMjJFNmtraUt3amdFN1lRU0F5MkNXTHVzTUU3ckM&ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- ## **πŸ’š Green Skills.** Green skills are the key to unlocking many future careers, and the workforce landscape is evolving from traditional jobs to sustainable ones. With climate change demanding attention, organizations are turning to specialized expertise, problem-solving, and a commitment to environmental stewardship. From technical competencies in renewable energy to transversal skills in circular manufacturing, innovation is reshaping how we work and build a more sustainable future. [HolonIQ’s Market Map ](https://my.holoniq.com/market%5Fmaps/E6-2xA%5FKpJYWdAiBtI9jc?ref=newsletters.qs.com)unpacks this evolving space, exploring the key stakeholders, both institutions and organizations, within the space. There is clear momentum and growing curiosity around green skill development by education institutions, governments, and employers. If you aren't already a customer, [request a Demo](https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/2C1%5FV5ni4SEyLILjrqcyQnQfigrs?%5F%5Fhstc=246933147.4a0f9c817dbdb1552dab36c635584622.1688407869224.1746613712038.1746722045894.435&%5F%5Fhssc=246933147.1.1746722045894&%5F%5Fhsfp=3424558573&ref=newsletters.qs.com) today for access to HolonIQ's market data, analysis, and briefings. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/09/data-src-image-6e825c6a-7bc7-4d5f-aa6e-d90fbebbd83b.png) Source: HolonIQ by QS --- ### ⭐ AI & Digital Innovation Spotlight This week, agentic AI use continues to gain traction among EdTech providers and education institutions. From providing writing assistance to coaching teachers, AI agents are gradually seeing broader application. Explore the [EdTech AI 300](https://my.holoniq.com/market%5Fmaps/L4BHPD2I6NaPVCUQCGfY7?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to learn more about leading AI adopters within the EdTech landscape. πŸ“š **Oxford University is** [**granting access**](https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpvl0lr387xo?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **to ChatGPT Edu for all students and teachers,** aiming to integrate generative AI into learning, research, feedback, and writing support. πŸ“š **Kahoot is** [**launching**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kahoot-launches-new-ai-powered-study-tools-for-back-to-school-302562759.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **new AI-powered tools for students to use when returning to school** by embedding AI into their platform to give features like auto-question generation, personalized review paths, or intelligent hints. **πŸ€– Google is** [**expanding**](https://blog.google/products/google-one/google-ai-plus-expands/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **its Gemini Plus AI** plan to 40 more countries to increase accessibility. --- ### **🀝 Policy & Partnerships** This week’s partnerships show universities teaming up with tech firms to fast-track AI adoption in research, teaching, and campus operations. **πŸ€– Anthropic** [**teamed up**](https://www.edtechinnovationhub.com/news/new-knowledge-graph-from-anthropic-and-czi-links-ai-with-research-backed-teaching-tools?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **with the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative** to address obstacles in integrating AI into K–12 education. **🀝 Texas A&M University has** [**partnered**](https://www.kbtx.com/2025/09/22/texas-am-university-launches-new-partnership-with-google-gemini/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **with Google** to provide students, faculty, and staff with secure access to Google's Gemini AI, which is a component of a wider university effort to integrate AI into education and research. **πŸ’‘ Syracuse University is** [**partnering**](https://news.syr.edu/blog/2025/09/22/syracuse-university-among-first-universities-to-provide-campuswide-ai-access-to-anthropics-claude-for-education/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) **with Anthropic** to make Claude for Education available to all students, faculty, and staff campuswide, and they will support rollout via training, workshops, and IT services**.** --- ## πŸ’ͺ Power Moves & Funding **πŸ“š Lingokids** [raised $120M](https://www.finsmes.com/2025/09/lingokids-raises-120m-in-funding.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to expand their personalized, AI-driven educational content platform for young children. **🀝 Carnegie Learning** has [selected](https://fox59.com/business/press-releases/ein-presswire/851828898/carnegie-learning-selects-pearl-as-virtual-tutoring-platform-to-power-100000-sessions-nationwide?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Pearl as its virtual tutoring platform,aiming to power over 100K tutoring sessions in the US. **πŸŽ“ EdSights**, an AI-powered student voice platform, secured [$80M](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250925255277/en/EdSights-Raises-$80M-to-Lead-the-Next-Era-of-Student-Engagement-and-Retention-Software-in-Higher-Education?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to lead the next era of student engagement and retention software in higher education. **🏫 Vedantu**, an EdTech startup, raised [$11M](https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/funding/edtech-startup-vedantu-raises-11-million-from-existing-investor-accel-others/articleshow/124143854.cms?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to expand into new educational categories and focus on technology and AI. **πŸ“’ QGenda**, a healthcare workforce management company, announced the [acquisition](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250709391821/en/QGenda-Announces-Acquisition-of-New-Innovations?ref=newsletters.qs.com) of New Innovations, a provider of residency management solutions. **πŸ–₯️ Ignite Reading**, a virtual tutoring program, [acquired](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ignite-reading-acquires-esteam-to-help-human-tutors-leverage-ai-for-personalized-reading-instruction-302565162.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Esteam to enhance its services and provide better support for students struggling with reading.