NICEIC, the leading certification body for the electrical contracting industry in the UK, is calling for businesses in the industry to upskill their workforces for renewable technologies to meet the surging demand.
With demand for renewables growing across a large range of industries and being driven by various factors including government targets for net zero emissions, increasing consumer interest in sustainable solutions and increasing energy prices. with the influences creating a growing market for professionals who are skilled in installing and servicing heat pumps, solar
photovoltaic (PC) panels and energy storage systems.
According to Climate Change Committee*, between 135,000 and 725,000 net new jobs could be created by 2030 in low-carbon sectors. This signifies a large shift in the job market and a prime opportunity for businesses to embrace and grow with these changes.
Paul Collins, NICEIC Technical Director, said: “The growing consumer demand for renewable technologies translates to increased business opportunities. This means that it is more crucial than ever for businesses to adapt their workforce to these needs.
“Upskilling through industry recognised qualifications and training courses ensures businesses remain up to date with the latest regulations, trends, and safety standards, which, therefore, futureproofs skillsets and makes the workforce an invaluable asset to the business.”
NICEIC urges businesses across the electrical industry to seize the initiative and equip their workforce with the skills necessary to thrive in-line with the evolution of sustainable solutions.
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- To find out more about training with NICEIC, please visit niceic.com/training.
*Sourced from Climate Change Committee’s ‘A New Net Zero workforce’ report
