Green Employment Diagnostics for Just Transitions: Mozambique

This report serves as a pilot study of the effects of climate change on Mozambique’s economy and labour market and how these may exacerbate poverty and inequality, if left unaddressed. The study was conducted through secondary research and in application of the guidelines set in the International Labour Organization's (ILO) “Green Employment Diagnostics for Just Transitions”.

The primary objective of this study is to assess the key risks posed by climate change in Mozambique, their impact on various sectors and workers and how to respond to them by ensuring a just transition. The study seeks to:

1) Identify the vulnerabilities of the most affected industries and occupations in Mozambique to climate-related disruptions.
2) Examine the emergence of new green industries with changing skill requirements.
3) Understand the economic, labour market, poverty, and inequality implications resulting from these changes.
4) Formulate appropriate policies to mitigate negative effects.