> ## 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. # 🎓 US Student Loan Debt Up 3x.+20% Weekly Earnings in Healthcare. 50% of Wind Jobs in China. - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/us-student-loan-debt-up-3x-20-weekly-earnings-in-healthcare-50-of-wind-jobs-in-china/ - Published: 2025-02-28T13:55:03.000Z - Updated: 2025-03-03T04:54:56.000Z - Description: Chart of the Day #291 looks at National Student Loan Debt, Global Wind Energy Jobs, and Weekly Earnings in Healthcare. - Author: QS - Tags: Charts 🌐 [Global Skills Week](https://www.holoniq.com/global-skills-week/2025-global-skills-week?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Join us in Washington, D.C. March 24-28, 2025\. Connecting the Global Skills Economy. 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Uber has partnered with Dubai's RTA to [launch Uber School](https://www.tahawultech.com/region/uae/uber-school-launches-for-students-in-dubai-in-collaboration-with-rta/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), offering safe, reliable, and convenient transportation for students. Junior Achievement Nigeria and Microsoft Philanthropies are launching a digital literacy program to train 5,000 young Nigerians in [generative AI.](https://punchng.com/ja-nigeria-microsoft-to-train-5000-in-gen-ai/?ref=newsletters.qs.com#google%5Fvignette) ### Today's Topics **🎓** **Higher Education.** 3x rise in US student loan debt **💨 Wind Energy.** 50% of global wind energy jobs from China **⚕️ Healthcare.** 20% rise in weekly earnings in healthcare Thanks for reading! **Not a subscriber yet?** [Subscribe Now](https://newsletters.qs.com/#/portal/) --- ## **🎓** 3x Rise in US Student Loan Debt [![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcn0pkAXDWN4CjuGNZG6ZcdERqFyEyI5BJDbHXn-VxpuqZMgB0ea0lzvFoTvpbK0VVV0dJwYO0ftPYMFPYxgj3Lgma99T6YaaFXtFWeDQ8CgmanUKdOw48X6FePQ0cdfcOkXycNzQ?key=5LzgM6NLBNmm6EjUHifN4o-u)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHKITX7GEIN2BKAIBPN/National-student-loan-debt%252C-2006-2024-%28Trillions-USD%29?ref=newsletters.qs.com) US student loan debt totals $1.77T, with 42.7M borrowers holding federal debt. The [SAVE Plan](https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/save-plan?ref=newsletters.qs.com) aims to reduce monthly payments and offer forgiveness. Additionally, [Public Service Loan Forgiveness ](https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service?ref=newsletters.qs.com)(PSLF) and [Income-Driven Repayment ](https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/repayment/plans/income-driven?ref=newsletters.qs.com)(IDR) plans help manage debt. These policies address rising debt, which has grown significantly due to compounding interest and increasing college costs. ## **💨** 50% of Global Wind Energy Jobs From China [![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXfcMv88w7-Qr12eEjwooQdcCNfseOSL9Mj_oJRvWB-g7JIYhc_n3isUMF3C-UpwpHlrMkG57x_HUnOea3rNekZLt6a6VjUZgahwp4PUVFueVXbDdD6hH6_JxLjO0L-XvmAc_o3MQQ?key=5LzgM6NLBNmm6EjUHifN4o-u)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHDOHE8TZNGF2I4V8XO/Employment-in-wind-by-region%252C-2023?ref=newsletters.qs.com) In 2023, China led global wind energy employment with 48%, driven by vocational training and workforce development. Europe followed with 20%, aiming to expand its workforce through EU-funded projects like [SKILLWIND](https://epale.ec.europa.eu/en/resource-centre/content/skillwind-european-training-program-serious-game-wind-farms-maintenance?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Governments can grow wind energy employment by setting workforce targets, promoting STEM education, and investing in training programs. Initiatives like South Africa's [Wind Industry Internship Programme](https://nasi-ispani.co.za/wind-industry-internship-programme/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) also support job creation in emerging markets. ## **⚕️** 20% Rise in Weekly Earnings in Healthcare [![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXePcproWOiYSeF9ry_zYftTYuWxdRjl-AzFH6iHpWQ2yDsp-iBjbgTCgvpdpU5Sp-ydJhDfM_fgauzeH-mpfJWp7CNDGvYBLtUUaiLXlbwIzGQpVsHKNGncTrhJDcKvZu2L1OaVlg?key=5LzgM6NLBNmm6EjUHifN4o-u)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHXCB1GK1CH5EIXGHR2/Cumulative-change-in-average-weekly-earnings-in-the-healthcare-sector%252C-2021-2024?ref=newsletters.qs.com) The US healthcare sector saw significant wage growth from 2021 to 2024, with home healthcare services rising 27%. The Biden administration's initiatives, such as the [American Rescue Plan Act](https://www.dol.gov/general/american-rescue-plan?ref=newsletters.qs.com), supported healthcare workforce development. Government goals include stabilizing healthcare inflation and promoting productivity gains, aligning with broader policy objectives like the [Affordable Care Act](https://www.hhs.gov/healthcare/about-the-aca/index.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com). --- **Like getting this newsletter?* Request a demo for unlimited access to over one million charts* [Request a Demo](https://webforms.pipedrive.com/f/1uMbIPRqUeVuZ31jVtKWMWIuqU2ga1nKo8aotNdGihU16zgOzuTfRMb9XfIIGmcOT?ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- **Thank you for reading. Have a great week ahead!** Have some feedback or want to sponsor this newsletter? Let us know at hello@holoniq.com