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Building ‘Fair and Fast’ Energy Transitions? Renewable Energy Employment, Skill Shortages and Social License in Regional Areas
Sources:
Renewable Energy and Sustainable Energy Transition
Date:
1 January 2022
This publication examines labor challenges in renewable energy transitions, focusing on case studies in New South Wales, Australia. It highlights the disconnect between energy system modeling and real-world labor needs. Key findings include the need for smoothing developing cycles, coordinated training efforts, diverse workforce pathways, and integrating renewable energy into the broader workforce ecosystem.