Green Skills Development and Sustainable Higher Education in Europe: Policy Integration, Institutional Practices, and Labor Market Alignment
Keywords:
Green skills, higher education, sustainability, EuropeAbstract
The transition to a green economy has intensified the demand for sustainabilityoriented skills across Europe. Higher education institutions (HEIs) play a central role in equipping graduates with competencies aligned to climate-neutral economic models. This paper examines green skills development in European higher education through a policy and institutional analysis. Drawing on recent literature (2024–2025), EU education strategies, and labor market data, the study evaluates the alignment between educational reforms and workforce demands. Results indicate growing integration of sustainability competencies into curricula, though uneven adoption and skill mismatches persist. Policy recommendations emphasize stronger academia-industry collaboration and harmonized competency frameworks.
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