Global macro trends, including the green transition, are expected to create 170 million new jobs this decade, according to the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025. These shifts, driven by technological advancements, economic changes, green transition, and demographic trends, will result in a net employment increase of 78 million jobs globally, reshaping the labour market trend.
The report highlights that around 92 million roles will be displaced due to the same trends. The study surveyed over 1,000 major employers worldwide, representing 14 million workers and 22 industry clusters.
Demand for roles driven by technological advancements like AI is fast increasing. Green transition is also trending. The report highlights that efforts to reduce carbon emissions and adapt to the climate crisis will drive growth that will create 34 million additional jobs by 2030, adding to the 200 million farmworkers today.
Climate-change mitigation ranks as the third most transformative trend overall and the leading trend tied to the green transition, with 47% of employers anticipating its impact on their business within the next five years. Climate-change adaptation follows in sixth place, cited by 41% of employers. These trends are fueling demand for roles such as renewable energy engineers, environmental engineers, and electric and autonomous vehicle specialists, all listed among the 15 fastest-growing jobs. Additionally, climate-related trends are driving a heightened emphasis on environmental stewardship, which has debuted among the top 10 fastest-growing skills in the Future of Jobs Report.
Delivery drivers, software developers, building construction workers and shop salespersons complete the top five professions that will see the largest growth. The report also highlights significant growth in care professions, including nursing and social work, driven by ageing populations.
