The Digital4Sustainability Roles and Skills Needs Analysis Report is now available, offering a deep dive into the skills Europe needs to achieve its ambitious goals of a sustainable and digital future. This comprehensive report identifies critical gaps in competences, skills, and knowledge providing actionable insights for policymakers, educators, and organisational leaders.
Key Highlights from the Report
- Bridging knowledge gaps: Professionals need skills in digital solutions for sustainability, covering data, laws, standards, CSR, and ESG reporting.
- Emerging roles: Ten new digital for sustainability roles tailored to sector needs.
- Sustainability in education and training : must become a core element of learning programmes for digital professionals.
- Demand for M-shaped professionals: Specialists in three or more fields are increasingly sought with at least competences in digital, sustainability, and a specific sector.
- Efficient training: Modular, short programmes are key to upskilling professionals in digital for sustainability.
Why This Matters
Europe is at a crossroads where sustainability and technology can drive economic growth and environmental stewardship. By understanding and addressing the skills gap, we can build a future-ready workforce that meets the demands of both the sustainable and digital transitions.
About Digital4Sustainability
Digital4Sustainability is a 4-year EU-funded project aimed at aligning digital transformation with sustainability goals. By fostering innovation and collaboration between industry, education, and policy, the project seeks to build a workforce equipped to tackle the challenges of the twin transition. Through research and strategic recommendations, it lays the foundation for Europe’s leadership in a sustainable and digital economy. To stay updated on Digital4Sustainability, visit the project’s website and LinkedIn page, and subscribe to the newsletter.
