Skill Council for Green Jobs

18/08/2026

News Update: IIT-M alumni join hands to launch floating solar pump at Vishnupuram pond to help farmers.

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A floating solar pumping system in Vishnupuram aids farmers by conserving groundwater and enhancing irrigation with sustainable surface water.

15/08/2026

Let us carry the spirit of the Tiranga in our hearts and work together towards a Skilled, Green, Sustainable and Self-Reliant India.

One Nation. One Spirit. One Tiranga.

15/08/2026

Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ) proudly joins the "Har Ghar Tiranga" campaign, celebrating the spirit of unity, pride and patriotism that brings every Indian together.

The Tiranga is a symbol of our shared values, aspirations and commitment towards a stronger nation. At SCGJ, we remain dedicated to empowering India through green skills, sustainable livelihoods and a future-ready workforce. 🌱

Let us carry the spirit of the Tiranga in our hearts and work together towards a Skilled, Green, Sustainable and Self-Reliant India.

One Nation. One Spirit. One Tiranga.

SkillIndia HarGharTiranga

15/08/2026

On this Independence Day, the Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ) proudly celebrates the spirit of freedom, progress and nation-building.

As India moves towards a skilled, sustainable and self-reliant future, SCGJ remains committed to empowering youth with green skills and strengthening the workforce for a low-carbon and resilient economy.

🌱 Skilling for Sustainability.
⚡ Building Green Careers.
🇮🇳 Contributing to a Self-Reliant India.

Let us work together to build an India that is skilled, green, innovative and sustainable.

Happy Independence Day! 🇮🇳

15/08/2026

On this Independence Day, the Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ) proudly celebrates the spirit of freedom, progress and nation-building.

As India moves towards a skilled, sustainable and self-reliant future, SCGJ remains committed to empowering youth with green skills and strengthening the workforce for a low-carbon and resilient economy.

🌱 Skilling for Sustainability.
⚡ Building Green Careers.
🇮🇳 Contributing to a Self-Reliant India.

Let us work together to build an India that is skilled, green, innovative and sustainable.

Happy Independence Day! 🇮🇳

HappyIndependenceDay GreenJobs GreenSkills SustainableIndia SkillDevelopment SelfReliantIndia Sustainability

12/08/2026

News Update: India’s solar growth cuts midday coal generation by 10 GW in 3 years: Ember report

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A recent Ember report reveals that India's solar growth has reduced midday coal generation by 10 GW, indicating a shift towards renewable energy, but evening demand still heavily relies on fossil fuels. The report emphasizes the need for battery storage solutions to tackle this issue.

11/08/2026

𝐒𝐂𝐆𝐉 & 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐔 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.

We are pleased to announce that 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐉𝐨𝐛𝐬 (𝐒𝐂𝐆𝐉) has signed a 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐟 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐌𝐨𝐔) with 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝, marking a significant step towards strengthening collaboration in green skills, renewable energy, sustainability, and Industry-ready workforce development.

This partnership brings together the sectoral expertise, skilling ecosystem, and extensive green-sector network of SCGJ with Palladium’s expertise in development solutions, programme implementation, systems strengthening, and inclusive economic growth.

By combining these complementary strengths, the partnership aims to create greater impact through industry-aligned skilling, capacity building, knowledge exchange, research, certification, and innovative workforce development initiatives.

The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to building a skilled, resilient, and sustainability-conscious workforce capable of supporting India’s transition towards a greener and more inclusive economy.

Together, we aim to turn expertise into action, skills into opportunities, and partnerships into lasting impact.

11/08/2026

📢 Invitation | Online Training of Trainers (TOT) on Waste Optimisation Professional (SGJ/Q5002) - Circular Economy Skills Training Program | Waste Optimisation, Textiles & E-Waste

Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ) is pleased to invite trainers and professionals associated with Waste Optimisation Professional (SGJ/Q5002) and other relevant areas to participate in the Circular Economy Skills Training Program.

The program is designed to strengthen participants’ understanding of circular economy practices, with a focus on textile waste sorting and assessment, and data sanitization in e-waste streams.

📅 Date: 19 August 2026

🧵 Textiles Session
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

💻 Electronics / E-Waste Session
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Key Highlights

• 3-hour interactive online/hybrid training sessions
• Certificate upon successful completion of each session
• Participants can register for the session(s) of their interest
• Practical insights into emerging circular economy practices and waste management approaches

👉 Register Now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScuVvr0uPiOtG8uztLUFn8LI434Ory-9y39f9EA-a-3sE2A1g/viewform
📌 Registration Deadline: 16 August 2026

This training has been developed under the “Empowering the Circular Economy Transition in India” project, part of the EU-India Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy Initiative (EU-I RECEI).

The project is implemented by GIZ India and funded by the European Union and BMUKN.

The training is delivered by Circle Economy in collaboration with the Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ), with the aim of strengthening workforce capabilities and supporting India’s transition towards a resource-efficient and circular economy.

🌱 Join us to enhance your knowledge, strengthen green skills, and contribute to India’s circular economy transition.

11/08/2026

📢 Invitation | Online Training of Trainers (TOT) on Plastic Recycling Micro Entrepreneur (SGJ/Q4104) – Circular Economy Skills Training Program on Plastics.

Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ) is pleased to invite eligible trainers and professionals working in the plastics and recycling sector to participate in the Circular Economy Skills Training Program – Plastics, aligned with the Plastic Recycling Micro Entrepreneur (SGJ/Q4104) qualification and relevant emerging sectoral requirements.

📅 Date: 18 August 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💻 Format: Online/Hybrid
🌐 Language: English
🎓 Certificate: Certificate upon successful completion

Training Highlights

The 3-hour session will cover:

• Fundamental principles of plastic recycling and the Plastic Recycling Micro Entrepreneur training
• Plastic Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and compliance requirements
• Key aspects of the plastic recycling value chain
• Emerging circular economy practices and regulatory requirements in the plastics sector

🔗 Registration: https://forms.gle/LG55BMesjwfNiaUQ9
📌 Registration Deadline: 16 August 2026

This training is developed under the “Empowering the Circular Economy Transition in India” project, as part of the EU-India Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy Initiative (EU-I RECEI).

The project is implemented by GIZ India and funded by the European Union and the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN).

The training is delivered by Circle Economy in collaboration with Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ), with the objective of strengthening workforce capabilities and supporting India’s transition towards a resource-efficient and circular economy.

Join us to strengthen green skills, deepen sectoral knowledge, and contribute to a more circular plastics ecosystem in India.

11/08/2026

News Update: MNRE mulls incentive scheme to boost polysilicon manufacturing

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The Renewable Energy Ministry of India is planning an incentive scheme to boost polysilicon manufacturing, aiming to lessen dependency on imports from China. With India's renewable energy capacity surpassing 300 GW, officials are optimistic about achieving a 500 GW target by 2030. The plan includes....