Net Zero skills - policy brief

Abstract

This policy brief is based on our briefing paper, which investigates the evidence for low-carbon jobs, training and skills requirements in the UK’s energy system, with a deeper focus on Net-Zero skills in England. Through an extensive literature review and interviews with experts and practitioners, it analyses how the skills landscape is adapting to support the growth of low-carbon energy sectors, including both energy supply and end-use. Three case studies in sectors with high expected jobs growth are then presented to investigate challenges and opportunities for improving the supply of skills and training and demand for low-carbon energy careers. The paper culminates with a set of policy recommendations to create clear, inclusive training pathways into low-carbon energy jobs