The challenges of achieving environmental sustainability and of generating decent work for all are closely linked. In this timely book, Poschen argues that an integrated approach to tackle these challenges is a necessity: the goal of environmentally sustainable economies will not be attained without the active contribution of the world of work. Decent Work, Green Jobs and the Sustainable Economy demonstrates that green jobs can be a key economic driver, as the world steps into the largely uncharted territory of building a sustainable and low-carbon global economy. Poschen shows that positive outcomes are possible, but require a clear understanding of the opportunities and challenges.Enterprises, workers and governments are not passive bystanders in the great transformation that is urgently needed in our economies. They are essential agents of change, able to develop new ways of working in sustainable enterprises that safeguard the environment, create decent jobs and foster social inclusion. This book highlights the solutions that the world of work offers for policy and practice to tackle climate change, achieve environmental sustainability and to build prosperous and cohesive societies. It is essential reading for those in business, aca demia and government.

This book documents, with reference both to specific experiences and to macroeconomic studies, positive outcomes are eminently possible... The message - amply reflected and illustrated in this book - is loud and clear: sustainable development is only possible with the active engagement of the world of work. -- Guy Ryder, Director-General, International Labour Organization

About the Author
PETER POSCHEN is Director of Job Creation and Enterprise Development at the International Labour Organization (ILO). He has over 25 years' experience in international sustainable development, with a focus on the use of natural resources.

Reviews
This book focuses on two enormous challenges that we face in the 21st century - environmental sustainability and social and economic stability shaped by decent work for all. All in all, Poschen provides a good read supported by real-world, empirical examples that will give hope to the skeptics of a sustainable economy. -- Kristin M. Carter, AAPG: Spheres of Influence



Book Information
ISBN 9781783535187
Author Peter Poschen
Format Hardback
Page Count 204
Imprint Greenleaf Publishing
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 430g