Source · Select Committees · Environmental Audit Committee
Recommendation 33
33
Paragraph: 139
To be able to monitor whether its ambitions to increase diversity and inclusion in the...
Conclusion
To be able to monitor whether its ambitions to increase diversity and inclusion in the green workforce are being achieved, the Government needs to articulate these ambitions in a measurable way and have a metric for measuring diversity and inclusion in the green workforce.
Paragraph Reference:
139
Government Response
Not Addressed
HM Government
Not Addressed
As set out within the ‘Green Jobs, Skills, and Industries’ chapter of our Net Zero Strategy, we will continue to engage with and encourage industry to ensure there is equal opportunity for all to work in the green economy. To support this work, and monitor our progress, it is vital that we continue to develop the evidence on how net zero will impact jobs and skills. The Office for National Statistics will seek to refine our understanding and measurement of the green economy as the UK transitions to net zero, including looking at such issues as quality of work and diversity within the green economy. Alongside this, we will continue to work with green employers to raise awareness of the opportunities in the green economy through an integrated careers information, advice and guidance offer through schools, colleges, universities, and employers to raise awareness of different career pathways in low carbon sectors. To further break down perceived barriers to working in the energy sector, boost diversity and increase STEM skills, our Build Back Better campaigns will seek to inspire people from all walks of life to work in the green economy, and raise awareness of green education, training, and careers.