Irish firms struggle to recruit for 'Green Jobs'
Some 40% of employees think that sustainability jobs are not well-paid. Picture: iStock
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SUBSCRIBEBusinesses in Ireland are struggling to fill a rapidly growing number of sustainability-related or ‘Green Jobs’ due to a skills shortage.
Data from recruitment site Indeed show that since February 2019, there has been a 93% increase in the number of green jobs posted in Ireland. However, searches for these roles have decreased by 7% over the same period, indicating a mismatch in demand and supply.
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