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Executive summary This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the renewable energy industry’s current hiring trends andfuture outlook. In recent years, the sector experienced tremendous growth, driven by global efforts to combatclimatechange and transition towards sustainable energy sources.Strategic investments in education,addressing the skills gap and promoting diversity will be crucial in ensuring a resilient and thriving workforce,capable of launching renewable energy companies towards a more sustainable future. Job seekers from every background can find work opportunities and satisfaction in this industry – fromengineers to marketing specialists, strategists, project managers and more. Tech workers are especially soughtafter as renewables increasingly require greater digitalization.Technical experts are in highdemandTechnologyis the key to scaling renewableenergy.Skilledtechworkers andtech-savvysales personnel are therefore crucial to buildand sell the energy management solutions ofthe future.The job market is growing atlightning speedOver the past decade, renewable energy jobsgrew by nearly 88%, jumping from 7.3 millionin 2012 to 13.7 million in 2022. This numbercould top 100 million by 2030. Factors such asgovernmentpolicies and job incentives arecontributing to the growth.Ahandful of countries holdthe most jobsChina and Brazil currently account for thehighest amount of renewable energy jobs. TheUS, India and theEUare not far behind. Jobsin theEUwill continue to grow in order tomeet the GreenDeal goal of net zero by 2050. Equality and diversity cannotbe forgottenNearly 70% of renewable energy jobs are heldby men. As job opportunities open, the gendergap needs to be addressed and more effortmustbe taken to hire and train women,starting even at the university level.Investments in renewableenergy are boomingGlobal investment in renewable energy soaredthis year, hitting $358 billion within the first sixmonths. More than half of this investment wenttowards solar energy. This rise is expected tocontinue as the cost of fossil fuels increases.In a fast-paced industry,innovation is keyThe landscape of renewable energy changesoften.Companies need innovative workers whocan master new tools and skills quickly, andembrace challenges. A keen eye for areas ofimprovement is also desirable.1 Outlook for renewable energy jobsAn analysis of growth in jobs in the renewable energysector and expert advice on its future outlook.Surge in renewable energy job market continues unabatedGlobal renewable energy employment by technologyPowering tomorrow: Reasons for growthFinancial investmentsGovernment initiativesAttractiveness for employeesRenewable energy jobs around the globeEuropean outlookWho’s hiring?Energy producingEnergy consumingA dire need for tech workersThe skills employers are looking forTypes of jobsSkills neededA just transitionEqualityDeveloped vs developing countriesFossil fuel workersWhat are you waiting for?Working at gridXSources 3455678111314151617171819192020212223 Help wanted:Renewable energy jobs outlookIn the dynamic landscape of today’s job market, few sectorsofferthe same level of promise and innovation as therenewable energy industry. As the world collectively pivotstowardssustainable solutions,this sector stands at theforefront,presenting not only a profound opportunity tocombat climate change but also a hotbed for job creationand career advancement.The evolving nature of renewable energy technologies hasspurred a demand for skilled professionals, with a particularemphasison the need for tech-savvy individuals.Makingindustries, homes and societies “greener” will bring aboutsuchprofound changes in technology,design,production,services, consumption and investment that it is impossible toachieve this without sufficiently skilled people. Companieswill not only seek out top tier candidates, but private andgovernment sectors must also provide training and upskillingto ensure workers can meet these new demands. It is equallyimportant that this transition be just and that fossil fuelworkersand women are included in such trainingopportunities. This report delves into the current hiring trends within therenewableenergy sector,examining the burgeoningopportunities,challenges and the important role thatworkers play in driving its momentum, as well as the areaswhere job seekers should look and what hiring managers maybe searching for. 
Renewable energy employment has grown steadily since 2012 and it shows no indication of slowing down.According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), jobs grew by 6.4 million over the past decade:7.3 million in 2012 to 13.7 in 2022.Between 2021 to 2022 alone, nearly one million jobs were created.A largeshare of these jobs are in solar photovoltaic (PV) with biofuels, hydropower and wind energies close behind. The International Labour Organization predicts that these numbers could rise to 100 million by 2030. Thisnumber includes the renewable energies men