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?? The future of green skills is here! Today, we’re excited to launch OnePointFive’s first Playbook, "Forget the Sustainability Unicorn: How to Upskill a Climate Workforce." ?? With green skills demand growing twice as fast as fast as the global workforce, the gap is widening. Our playbook—designed for ambitious business leaders, HR managers, and organizations in sectors like Energy, Finance and Fashion—breaks down how and why businesses need to shift from searching for rare "sustainability unicorns" to embedded sustainability within your existing teams. What’s inside the Playbook? ?? Gain Expert Insights: Benefit from research compiled from over 30 industry expert interviews and feedback from 3,500+ climate professionals. ???? Transform Hiring Practices: Learn how to shift from searching for elusive ‘Sustainability Unicorns’ to embedding sustainable practices within your current teams. ?? Close the Skills Gap: Uncover key insights on the disconnect between desired and actual green skills, and discover how to effectively upskill your workforce to meet Net Zero goals while enhancing profitability. ?? Build a Resilient Workforce: Develop a skilled team capable of tackling climate challenges with practical, hands-on guidance tailored to current industry needs. ?? Ready to take action? Download our Playbook now and unlock insights from industry expert interviews, the latest data in green skills, and feedback from thousands of climate professionals. Download our Playbook ?? https://bit.ly/3XFbTzG Let’s build the climate workforce of tomorrow—starting today.

?? Newsweek recently highlighted our Founder & CEO, Neil Yeoh, in an article on upskilling for green energy jobs! ?? Neil shared how the “sustainability unicorn” mindset—seeking narrowly specialized hires—can limit a company’s talent pool. Instead, he emphasized how developing green skills within existing teams can unlock talent and support climate goals across industries. Here’s what you’ll find in the article: ? Green talent shortages: The demand for climate expertise is high, but supply isn’t keeping pace. Discover why companies need to broaden their search beyond specialized hires. ??? A fresh approach to green skills – At OPF, we believe cross-training employees with overlapping skills helps them bring climate insights to their areas of expertise, broadening the impact across the organization. ?? Real-world case studies: See how OPF has bridged the skills gap by bringing professionals into climate roles from all backgrounds, like former flight attendants, tech sales reps, and more. ?? Explore the full article on Newsweek to see how the "green skills gap" is being addressed and why an open-minded approach to hiring can make all the difference ?? https://lnkd.in/eAHa79ZJ ?? A huge thank you to Aman Kidwai and Newsweek for the feature and for highlighting this important conversation.

?? Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our Teaching Assistants for Cohort 6 of OPF Academy: Sarah Deasy and Taylor Casalena! Sarah Deasy: OPFA Cohort 4 graduate and an Operations Advisor for small to medium-sized businesses, Sarah combines her experience as a cofounder and executive leader to drive transformative operational improvements. She’s passionate about helping businesses enhance their triple bottom line—planet, people, and profit—and is applying the skills gained at OPF to promote environmental stewardship through business advisory ?? In her own words: “I am grateful to continue my sustainability consulting journey as a TA with OnePointFive Academy, engaging with a global community of action-driven individuals tackling climate change. Their [OPFA Members] commitment inspires me, reinforces my purpose, and fuels my determination. I’m dedicated to supporting these earth stewards as they forge their own paths in sustainability.” Taylor Casalena: OPFA Cohort 3 graduate and a sustainability strategist and naturalist, Taylor brings over a decade of experience helping forward-thinking organizations connect with nature and deliver thoughtful approaches to sustainability. Based in Buenos Aires, she draws on her background in higher education and consulting to support changemakers around the world. ?? In her own words: “I’m thrilled to join OPF as a Community Teaching Assistant. OPF Academy is an incredible community of global changemakers eager to grow their sustainability skill set and make the world a better place. I’m looking forward to supporting fellows on their journey and helping them unlock new paths for sustainable impact.” ?? We’re so excited to have Sarah and Taylor on board, guiding and supporting our Cohort 6 members as they embark on their sustainability journeys! ?? Applications for Cohort 7 are now open! Take the next step in your sustainability journey and join a global network of changemakers. Apply today ?? https://bit.ly/3V23Zyi

"Align your career with your values." That’s the advice from Aman Singh, Director of Global Communications at Walmart and one of our #OPFAcademy Cohort 6 expert speakers. ?? In her latest session, Aman shared insights on building a sustainable career path—starting with making sure your employer’s mission aligns with your long-term career goals. Just as we make intentional consumer choices, she encourages making career choices that align with your values, fueling lasting growth and purpose. ?? OnePointFive Academy is here to support this journey, equipping you with hands-on skills, real-world insights from sustainability leaders and a like-minded community to make a lasting impact in your career and help you drive meaningful change. ? If you’re ready to learn from impactful leaders like Aman, applications for Cohort 7 are now OPEN! Don’t miss this chance to join the next wave of sustainability-focused professionals ?? https://bit.ly/3V23Zyi

?? Applications for OPF Academy Cohort 7 are OPEN! Take your next step with OPF Academy’s hands-on sustainability training with industry experts, helping individuals and organizations build key technical skills to drive change and succeed in the green economy. Why OPF Academy? ?? Practice with Practitioners: Hands-on sustainability training, interactive labs, and speaker sessions with industry experts. ???Designed to Fit Your Life: We built OPF Academy to fit into your work schedule with a mix of pre-recorded content plus live hands-on training and speaker sessions. ?? Connect and Learn: Join a network of over 740 sustainability professionals and gain exclusive access to OPF’s Circle community. Whether you’re a professional ready to lead on sustainability or an organization striving for impactful climate action, OPF Academy is designed for YOU. ?? Start your journey today—apply now and future-proof your career. Applications are open and take less than 2 minutes to complete ?? https://bit.ly/48HHMeJ

?? Live from COP29: Insights with Matthias Muehlbauer ?? Join us on LinkedIn Live as Matthias Muehlbauer brings you the latest from COP29 in Baku! Discover the key issues, groundbreaking themes, and the momentum driving this year's agenda. Matthias will unpack: - ?? Top conversations to watch - ?? Emerging trends - ?? Game-changing developments shaping global climate action ?? What topics at COP29 spark your curiosity? Share your questions and thoughts in the comments—let’s explore them LIVE! ?? Wondering why COP29 in Azerbaijan is stirring debate? Dive into Matthias’s latest post for his take: https://lnkd.in/gn38ncXK ?? Mark your calendar and don’t miss out. See you there!

?? LAST CHANCE to join the OPFA Cohort 7 waitlist! Have you been looking to build a career in sustainability with real skills, impactful connections, and hands-on experience? OPF Academy bridges the gap between ambition and action, offering you an intensive, 8-week experience designed to fit your life. ? As a Cohort 7 member, you’ll learn from industry leaders, gain practical sustainability consulting skills, and become part of an expansive community of over 740+ sustainability professionals. With expert-led sessions, interactive labs, async content, and a globally connected network, OPFA equips you with the tools to lead your organization toward a sustainable future. ? Don’t miss out—apply to the waitlist by 11:59 pm EST tonight to secure a 10% discount and access to exclusive updates. Join now ?? https://bit.ly/4fEDirF

?? OPF Academy has been spotlighted in LinkedIn’s 2024 Global Green Skills Report, highlighting the impact of real-world green skills training in bridging the talent gap needed for a sustainable future. ?? We’re especially proud of Laurel Y., one of our graduates featured in the report, who transitioned into the green economy after gaining in-demand skills at #OPFA. Her story is just one of many that make us proud to train the leaders of tomorrow! ?? As LinkedIn’s data shows, demand for green talent is growing faster than supply, creating opportunities for professionals to make a meaningful impact. OPF Academy’s hands-on, applied training is designed to equip participants with the critical skills to drive sustainable change. If you're interested in joining Cohort 7, the waitlist is closing soon—secure your spot here: https://bit.ly/4fEDirF ?? Thank you, LinkedIn, for featuring our work alongside other leading voices in the field. Read LinkedIn's full report here: https://lnkd.in/ebWhPNcb #GreenSkills #GreenTalent #ClimateAction #OnePointFive #GreenJobs #Upskilling

?? Ever wondered what OPFA looks like on the inside? Here’s a peek into our recent Lab Kickoff for Cohort 6! ?? From day one, OPFA connects a global community to tackle sustainability challenges together. With interactive labs, expert-led sessions, and a supportive network, you’ll build the skills and connections to lead change. ?? Cohort 7 waitlist closes in just 2 days! Don’t miss your chance to gain hands-on skills, connect with like-minded peers, and lead the change. Join the waitlist now and save 10% ?? https://bit.ly/4fEDirF

?? OnePointFive is heading to COP29 Azerbaijan! We believe that meaningful action on climate requires showing up—even in challenging spaces. At OPF, we’re committed to leading climate action and workforce transformation, and COP29 is an essential platform to drive this mission forward. ?? What to Expect: This year’s discussions will delve into topics that align closely with OPF’s mission to train 100k climate leaders by 2030, from green skills and net-zero strategies to the urgent alignment of workforce development with climate targets. We’re here to join forces with organizations, governments, and individuals dedicated to building a sustainable workforce. Our Highlights at COP29: We’ll be presenting and contributing to sessions focused on: ?Energy Day: Exploring the workforce needed for critical minerals and the role of upskilling. ?? Education Day: Sharing insights on green talent development and its impact on global climate targets. ?? Nature Day: Addressing low-carbon solutions for the Arctic and regions most affected by climate change. Follow along for updates, live reflections, and insights from Matthias Muehlbauer, who will represent OPF at key events throughout COP29. Stay connected to learn how climate-focused skills and strategies can drive the ambitious actions we need. ?? Find all our recommended events and sessions Matthias is attending here: https://lnkd.in/e4r8fsXP ?? And don’t forget to download our Playbook—an invaluable resource packed with insights to help you make the most of COP29 and drive action toward sustainable solutions ?? https://bit.ly/4hEuy6p #COP29 #ClimateAction #Baku #COP29Baku #COP29Azerbaijan