Jobs for the Future tools and insights help employers, policymakers, and regional workforce leaders navigate the complexities and opportunities of the green economic transition.
Combating climate change and its ripple effects across society is an imperative of our time. As extreme weather events, resource shortages, and related challenges worsen, the economy is shifting—but not quickly enough. This moment presents a transformative opportunity to ensure workers and employers are prepared for the change, and we must seize it.
Through the Climate-Resilient Employees for a Sustainable Tomorrow (CREST) initiative, Jobs for the Future is leading efforts to help accelerate the transition to a green economy—in ways that not only prioritize environmental sustainability but also economic advancement for the millions of workers at risk of being excluded from these opportunities.
We believe a regional approach—rooted in the needs of residents, businesses, and communities—has the best chance to significantly expand the availability of quality green jobs for people of all backgrounds.
As our research continues, we are developing data-backed, user-friendly resources to help employers, policymakers, and regional workforce leaders navigate the changing environmental and economic landscape.
A new, broader way to think about the opportunities of the green economy, showing that all jobs can become greener through the intentional integration of green skills and all green jobs have the potential to become quality green jobs through the integration of job-quality standards.
A digital guide for regional leaders who want to promote the growth of quality green jobs, based on their region’s risk and readiness levels.
Addressing disparities in green jobs is crucial for an inclusive transition. The report analyzes disparities in job quality and workforce demographics to inform strategies for equitable employment.
By investing early and often in attracting and retaining top talent, small and medium-sized businesses can lead the way toward creating a sustainable and inclusive economy.
Stay tuned for a new resource featuring recommendations for how communities can prepare themselves for emerging quality green jobs and careers (coming in 2025).
Join us! Explore our tools and resources to learn how we can support your work for a better, more equitable, and more sustainable tomorrow.
CREST is a five-year, $25 million career preparation and reskilling initiative of the Ares Charitable Foundation (the “Ares Foundation”) that aims to help close the gap between the demand for a skilled workforce for green jobs and the number of people prepared for these opportunities. Working with our partners and local communities, the Ares Foundation can deepen our impact, harness new opportunities, and help create a green, resilient future that benefits generations to come.
Mobilizing partners toward a climate-resilient workforce. The Climate Innovation incubated practice at JFFLabs takes an inclusive approach to inform, educate, and upskill individuals for climate-resilient jobs through innovation and collaboration across sectors, regions, new business models, and capital investments.
To build an inclusive, resilient economy, more workers will need to be equipped with skills needed to navigate a growing green economy. As that world adapts to a changing climate, we are committed to accelerating equality of opportunity in an expanding green economy.
This JFFLabs market scan is a guide for investors and policymakers who are looking to back workforce solutions that support the growth of the green economy and provide workers with quality jobs.
A digital magazine that presents a roadmap for learners, regions, entrepreneurs, and companies to navigate key topics for building an inclusive, resilient green economy.
Building equitable green job access through community collaboration, systemic support, and innovative strategies to foster a resilient, inclusive green economy across diverse U.S. regions.