IRMAn Talks by Rachna Sharma, PRM 12: Green Careers
IRMAn Talks by Rachna Sharma, PRM 12
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 / 17:00 IST
Green Skills for Future Careers:
Rachna presented her career journey in sustainability and introduced her firm, Climate Ready Leaders, which provides climate and sustainability learning programs for corporates and professionals. She highlighted the growing demand for green talent and the need for green skills across multiple sectors. Rachna explained that green jobs are not limited to roles with explicit sustainability titles, but also include positions in areas such as digital marketing, supply chain, and technical functions. She emphasized the importance of understanding sector-specific changes and emerging opportunities in a low-carbon future.
Opportunities in the Green Jobs Sector:
Rachna discussed the expanding opportunities in the green jobs sector, highlighting key areas such as climate policy, green finance, technology, and AI. She emphasized the need for professionals across diverse sectors to support the low-carbon transition and underlined the importance of customized learning programs to build green careers. Members of the audience shared perspectives on generating interest in blue-collar green jobs and asked questions about reinventing careers in the green sector using cross-industry knowledge. The session concluded with Rachna providing guidance on how to connect with her for further inquiries.