Green jobs are no longer confined to a single profession. Instead, sustainability skills are becoming part of a wide range of roles across industries. (Image: iStock)
As the net zero transition accelerates, green skills are no longer limited to niche sustainability roles. Much like AI, they are becoming a core competency across industries and job functions. As sustainability evolves into a long-term business imperative, what skills will job seekers need to stay competitive?
In this “Green talent playbook” feature series, RECCESSARY explores in-demand courses, corporate training programs, and emerging green roles, providing practical guidance for professionals navigating the evolving green job market.
Green skills have evolved from a niche expertise into a core source of competitiveness in the global labor market. According to LinkedIn’s 2025 Global Green Skills Report, demand for green skills is reshaping jobs across industries and occupations. But is the same trend taking hold in Taiwan?
As demand for green talent evolves alongside industry needs, Taiwan’s export driven economy is closely aligned with global trends. Weber Chung (鍾文雄), chief sustainability officer for talent at 104 Job Bank, said Taiwan’s green talent development is moving in much the same direction as other major markets. Green talent is no longer confined to a specific profession. Instead, green skills are becoming relevant across departments and job functions.
Unlock the full article to explore three key takeaways:
- Green job openings in Taiwan have increased 278% over the past eight years and are expected to surpass 30,000 by 2026, making ESG a growing workplace requirement.
- Demand for green talent has expanded beyond engineering and energy into finance, marketing, and supply chain management as regulations and sustainability policies evolve.
- The most competitive professionals of the future are likely to combine domain expertise with AI, sustainability knowledge, and language skills.
