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The sustainability workforce

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Sustainability careers

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Voices in sustainability

Pearson's commitment

New, more mindful career trajectories

Across all career paths, good citizenship is good business. Employers define sustainability in different ways, but common principles include reducing negative effects on the environment, breaking down barriers to access — to education, products, services, and healthcare — and valuing human rights by advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Increasingly, individuals are demanding more conscientious ways of doing things, as both consumers and employees. This is leading to a rise in roles and initiatives within existing industries that focus on environmentalism and inclusion, as well as the growth of whole new career sectors (and the educational paths that support them) dedicated to aspects of sustainability.

The first step to being a part of a more sustainable workforce is to be informed, so we’ve compiled a collection of resources that highlight key topics. This includes fact sheets on emerging sustainability careers, stories of environmentalism and diversity told by individuals living those principles, and articles and webinars to further support your sustainability education.

Sustainability careers

From carbon footprints to hiring practices, issues of sustainability touch every industry. However, for some industries and some jobs, environmental and social equity topics are their primary focus. Check out the emerging careers below and learn how they are shifting us toward more sustainability in our workforce, in higher education, and in our lives.

Environmental science

Those who want to make a positive impact on climate change and exercise some serious problem-solving skills are in high demand.

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Diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I)

In the wake of civil protests in 2020 there was a massive spike in job openings for DE&I specialists to help companies attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce.

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Internet of Things

If you’re familiar with the Internet of Things, you might think of it as mostly smart watches and voice-activated robots, but this industry is also responsible for numerous solutions that make homes and businesses more energy efficient.

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Voices in sustainability

Environmentalism

Pearson’s Unwritten webinar series showcases author, student, and industry perspectives on the events shaping our lives.

Unwritten, Episode 15

Unwritten Ep. 15

A Future to believe in

Dr. Jason Neff, environmental studies professor and director of the Sustainability Innovation Lab at the University of Colorado-Boulder, joins student-host Megan Cistulli for a conversation on environmental justice and evolving green technology.

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Unwritten, Episode 18

Unwritten Ep. 18

Wow environmental inequity is impacting your life and the global community

Cornell University Senior Lecturer and Pearson author, Justin St. Juliana, with student host Megan Cistulli, discusses social equity and the environment in the U.S. and globally.

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Resources for educators and learners

The following articles and webinars cover a wide range of sustainability topics to increase understanding and invite conversation.

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The New Workforce: How Middle Skill Jobs Will Contribute to the Future Economy

The next decade promises to be one of great disruption for the workforce as the global economy weathers the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to see increasing advances in technology and automation.

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The New Environmentalism: How a Year in Lockdown Could Change our Sustainability Habits Forever 

A drastic change in 2020 consumer habits like travel, commuting, and eating led to similar environmental shifts — in 2020 global carbon dioxide emissions fell by 6.4% globally. As we figure out a “new normal”, which of our pandemic habits could help continue this trend.

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How Our Clothing Choices Can Impact the Planet

In this episode of Learn This, a miniseries about the topics that matter now, environmentalist Maya Penn breaks down how the clothing industry impacts the planet — and what folks around the world can do about it.

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Supply Chain Issues: Causes, Implications, and the Path Forward 

Learn about the causes of supply chain disruptions, the implications for economic welfare and national security, and the outlook for future supply chain resiliency.

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Intentionally Cultivating STEM Identity to Promote Diversity and Inclusion 

Explore ways to shape students' STEM identity as a means of encouraging success and retention of underrepresented groups in STEM disciplines.

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Green skills: Preparing learners for the green economy 

Get research-based tips & advice on how to teach & assess the skills your learners will need to thrive in a green workforce.

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What Happens to the Brown Energy Workforce?  

The exponential decline in cost and adoption of renewal energy has pushed the fossil fuel industry to the edge of a cliff. Discover more about how we can transition the brown energy workforce into the green workforce of the future.

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Protecting Social Equity from the Impact of Automation with a Responsible People Strategy 

The world of work is changing faster than the workforce, with technological developments and automation disrupting how and where we work. Learn how internal recruitment, talent mobility, and DE&I are the keys to building a resilient, future-proof workforce.

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Sustainability & the Green Economy 

Explore how higher ed institutions, employers, government & NGOs, and new ventures can each play a role in ensuring a strong, steady supply of skilled workers to accelerate the green economy and meet the challenge of environmental sustainability.

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Preparing Future Leaders with Green Skills-Based Programs 

There are high labor demands in the transition to a greener economy, but challenges to effectively training future workers. Learn the best practices for green skill training to prepare learners for a green workforce.

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How Can Workforce Analytics Enable State to Align Talent Supply and Employer Needs of the Future?

Understand how data can become a tool for higher ed and corporations to access the right talent supply and to drive cultural change and incentives from state legislators, agencies, and front-line decision makers.

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Building the Infrastructure for Inclusive Learning Ecosystems

Explore how education leaders, institutions, companies, and individuals are reimagining the processes that create enriching and vibrant learning experiences that expand access for the diverse breadth of learners.

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Pearson’s commitment

At Pearson we take seriously our responsibility to model the principles of sustainable business.

Products 

Driving accessible and affordable learning for everyone with our products.  

People 

Championing diversity, equity, and inclusion to empower our people to make a difference.  

Planet 

Leading responsibly for a better planet, including shifting from print to digital learning solutions to reduce our carbon emissions.

Learn more about Pearson’s sustainable business strategy >
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