🎓 Construction Tops US Apprenticeships. India Led in Clean Energy Jobs. Global AI VC Deals Down 20%.

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🎓 Higher Education. 8× more apprentices in construction vs. manufacturing
🏭 Green Skills. India's renewable energy employment was 6x Japan's
🤖 Artificial Intelligence. 20% drop in global VC deals in AI

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🎓 8× More Apprentices in Construction vs. Manufacturing

In 2024, the US construction industry led with nearly 250K active apprentices, far exceeding manufacturing and other sectors. This growth supports federal goals to expand skilled workforce training through policies like the Executive Order on Scaling Registered Apprenticeships and the National Apprenticeship Act modernization. These initiatives promote equitable access, increase apprenticeship opportunities, and strengthen workforce development across industries, reinforcing construction’s vital role in training America’s future workforce.

🍃 India’s Renewable Energy Employment Was 6x Japan’s

In 2023, India employed over 800K workers in the hydropower, solar PV, and wind energy sectors, which is more than six times Japan’s renewable energy employment. This growth supports India’s 2030 target of 500 GW, driven by key policies like the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which promotes green hydrogen production. Japan is also expanding its renewable workforce through the 6th Strategic Energy Plan and the GX Decarbonization Power Supply Bill, aimed at boosting energy capacity and employment.

🤖 20% Drop in Global VC Deals in AI

Global VC deals in AI peaked at over 8K in 2021 but dropped by 20% to just over 6K by 2024. In response, various governments introduced initiatives to support the sector. The US launched Executive Order 14179 to remove barriers and boost unbiased AI development, alongside the $500B Stargate Project for AI infrastructure. India expanded its Fund of Funds for Startups and extended Section 80-IAC tax benefits in 2025, fostering AI startups and deep-tech ventures despite market fluctuations.

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