New report says energy sector upskilling crisis is damaging UK's chances to hit net zero goals

New report says energy sector upskilling crisis is damaging UK’s chances to hit net zero goals

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It has never been more critical for the UK to move towards greener sources of energy production and our efforts must be bold if we are to meet our commitments in the race against climate change. Yet many UK energy workers don’t believe the sector is adequately prepared for a green future.

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Key findings: 60% of those working in high carbon energy roles believe that the move to decarbonise the power system will put their jobs at risk within the next two years alone (by 2025) Only a third (33%) of energy workers think that they have the skills they need to succeed in meeting the future demands…