Skills England and Great British Energy, two ground breaking initiatives of the new government that promise to transform the energy landscape and workforce development across the UK, align perfectly with EEEGR’s mission and ambitions.
In talks with our members, they state that skills shortages and finding the right people is top of their challenges. We will be stepping up our work to address and identify solutions alongside our members, partners and stakeholders.
Skills England is set to revolutionize skills training by working closely with businesses, unions, and educational institutions. This new body will coordinate national training efforts, addressing the persistent skills gaps in sectors like renewable energy. The introduction of the Growth and Skills Levy offers flexibility for companies to invest in tailored training programs, ensuring a skilled workforce ready for future challenges.
Great British Energy was launched on July 25, 2024. This publicly owned company, funded with £8.3 billion sourced from a windfall tax on oil and gas profits, aims to drive investment in clean, home-grown energy production. Collaborating with private companies, local authorities, and cooperatives, it focuses on renewable projects like wind, solar, and hydropower. This initiative, which will boost investor confidence, is set to create jobs, reduce energy bills, and enhance energy security.
For energy companies in the East of England, these initiatives, coupled with EEEGR, East Wind and other Sector Councils, offer unparalleled opportunities to upskill the workforce, invest in cutting-edge renewable projects, and contribute to the region’s economic and environmental sustainability.