Decent Work in Nature-Based Solutions 2024: Unlocking jobs through investment in skills and nature-based infrastructure

Organisation:
International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Decent work

Nature-based solutions (NbS) offer powerful ways to tackle global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss and land degradation. At the same time, they create opportunities for decent work, fostering sustainable and inclusive economies.

This report explores the job opportunities generated by NbS across sectors like agriculture, forestry, infrastructure and services, highlighting the importance of ensuring these jobs are decent and that their benefits are distributed fairly.

The report also examines how high-quality jobs can enhance the effectiveness of NbS, contributing to better environmental outcomes. 

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