As the world faces mounting environmental challenges, the concept of green skills has emerged as a vital response to fostering sustainability and addressing climate change. The European Union (EU), through its strategic frameworks such as the European Green Deal and the European Skills Agenda, places a strong emphasis on green skills as key enablers of the green transition. These skills are not only crucial for transforming economies and industries but also for empowering individuals to lead sustainable, environmentally conscious lives.

In the context of this handbook “Green and Healthy Lifestyle for Active Aging”, green skills take on an even broader significance. They are not merely technical competencies for sustainable practices but also life skills that promote ecological awareness, health, and well-being, particularly for older adults. Green skills encompass the knowledge, abilities, values, and attitudes needed to support sustainable development, environmental preservation, and the transition to a green economy. By integrating green skills into daily routines and community activities, this approach supports active aging in a way that aligns with environmental sustainability.