🎓 US Student Loan Debt Up 3x.+20% Weekly Earnings in Healthcare. 50% of Wind Jobs in China.
Chart of the Day #291 Looks at National Student Loan Debt, Global Wind Energy Jobs, and Weekly Earnings in Healthcare.
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Today's Topics
🎓 Higher Education. 3x rise in US student loan debt
💨 Wind Energy. 50% of global wind energy jobs from China
⚕️ Healthcare. 20% rise in weekly earnings in healthcare
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🎓 3x Rise in US Student Loan Debt
US student loan debt totals $1.77T, with 42.7M borrowers holding federal debt. The SAVE Plan aims to reduce monthly payments and offer forgiveness. Additionally, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plans help manage debt. These policies address rising debt, which has grown significantly due to compounding interest and increasing college costs.
💨 50% of Global Wind Energy Jobs From China
In 2023, China led global wind energy employment with 48%, driven by vocational training and workforce development. Europe followed with 20%, aiming to expand its workforce through EU-funded projects like SKILLWIND. Governments can grow wind energy employment by setting workforce targets, promoting STEM education, and investing in training programs. Initiatives like South Africa's Wind Industry Internship Programme also support job creation in emerging markets.
⚕️ 20% Rise in Weekly Earnings in Healthcare
The US healthcare sector saw significant wage growth from 2021 to 2024, with home health care services rising 27%. The Biden administration's initiatives, such as the American Rescue Plan Act, supported healthcare workforce development. Government goals include stabilizing healthcare inflation and promoting productivity gains, aligning with broader policy objectives like the Affordable Care Act.
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