Read the future!

Hey, 

Welcome to Green Jobs Rising!

I’m currently on leave, but I didn’t want to leave you without your daily dose of green jobs insight.

So, welcome to Media Week, a special series where, every day this week, you’ll get a curated recommendation from books, podcasts, films, and more to deepen your understanding of the green world.

We’re kicking things off with Book Recommendations, featuring top reads that explore the green sector, especially within the African context.

Enjoy!

1. The Green Collar Economy: How One Solution Can Fix Our Two Biggest Problems - Van Jones. 

   This powerful read lays out a plan where fighting climate change and tackling poverty go hand in hand.

   Jones makes the case for creating thousands of local, sustainable jobs, from installing solar panels to insulating homes, that can’t be outsourced.

   While not focused on Africa, it offers bold ideas and real-world strategies that are both inspiring and relevant for anyone passionate about inclusive green growth.

2. Technological Pathways for Africa's Net-Zero Economy: Technology Solutions to Unlock Africa’s Sustainable Future - Samuel Chukwujindu Nwokolo, Rubee Singh, Shahbaz Khan, Anil Kumar.

   A visionary exploration of how African countries can leap into a net-zero future using smart technologies and innovative policies.

   The book outlines seven bold scenarios, like leapfrogging and decentralisation, that offer real hope for sustainable, tech-powered transformation across the continent.

3. Promoting Green Economy: Implications for Natural Resources Development, Food Security and Poverty Reduction in Africa - Elias T. Ayuk, Effiom E. Oku.

   This book looks at how Africa can shift from resource exploitation to sustainable development.

   With contributions from experts across the continent, it addresses environmental degradation, food security, and poverty, while calling for public and private collaboration to build a truly green economy.

4. Africa: Transitioning to a Green Economy - Multiple contributors.

   A collaborative work that tackles Africa’s dependence on natural resources and outlines sustainable paths forward.

   From environmental justice to effective policy design, this book offers grounded solutions for building long-term resilience and inclusive growth.

5. Inclusive Green Growth: Challenges and Opportunities for Green Business in Rural Africa - Calvin Atewamba, Dorothé Yong Ngondjeb.

   Through 13 rich case studies, this book explores how rural African businesses can thrive while embracing sustainability.

   It unpacks the conditions that support eco-innovation and green entrepreneurship, offering practical insights for turning rural challenges into green opportunities.