Women could miss out on the green jobs transition. Here’s how to prevent that

Women are already underrepresented in green jobs. It’s not just a risk for women but for the overall transition to green energy.

When policymakers and climate experts talk about the green jobs revolution, there’s often a focus on ensuring that current oil and gas workers are part of that green transition. That makes sense: The aim for renewable energy is to replace polluting energy sources, and making that transition equitable means not leaving those workers behind.