Global Scans · Energy · Weekly Summary

• South Africa is projected to create the highest number of jobs, between 85000 and 275000 green jobs by 2030, mainly in energy, power generation, agriculture and nature sectors including conservation. Africa Solutions Media Hub
• The US-built vessel will not only contribute towards reliable, affordable and clean energy, but also benefit local communities in creating a significant local know-how and job opportunities, paving the way for future growth in the US offshore wind industry. ONT
• By fostering collaboration between local and international stakeholders, Mozambique is securing investments that will drive its energy sector forward, create job opportunities, and contribute to sustainable development. Energy Connects
• The International Energy Agency estimates 1300 manufacturing jobs for each gigawatt of solar PV production, meaning a supercharged domestic industry will create thousands of jobs in Australia. Prime Minister of Australia
• Small Modular Reactors, alongside Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C, will play an important role in helping the UK achieve energy security and clean power while securing thousands of good, skilled jobs. The Telegraph
• The push for building energy efficiency will drive significant job growth in the coming decade, with retrofitting buildings alone estimated to create an additional 1.3 million jobs by 2030 based on a scenario where net-zero emissions are achieved by 2050. Smart Cities Dive
• Energy storage will provide major economic benefits, including saving consumers $3 billion on energy bills, creating up to 115,000 jobs and $16 billion in economic activity, and preventing $7.3 billion in blackout-related expenses. Chicago Tribune
• The potential for a nuclear-powered energy revolution presents an exciting opportunity to bring clean energy and new jobs to Colorado. Longmont Times-Call
• As part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America agenda, the final rules will help build a strong pipeline of highly-skilled workers to support the growth of the clean energy economy and ensure clean energy jobs are good-paying jobs. U.S. Department of the Treasury
• The UK's energy security secretary has highlighted the potential for hydrogen to create over 12,000 jobs and up to £11bn of investment by 2030 across the UK, further highlighting the significant economic opportunities presented by projects such as the Milford Haven project. HRForecast
• New nuclear power stations, such as Sizewell C, and small modular reactors (SMRs), will play an important role in helping the UK achieve energy security and clean power while securing thousands of good, skilled jobs. New Statesman
• For South Africa, 85000 to 275000 new green jobs are forecast by 2030, mainly in energy and power production, and agriculture and nature. The Mail & Guardian
• Labour are still sticking to plans to create 'Great British Energy,' a state-owned sustainable energy company, which it says will slash household bills and create jobs, paid for with a windfall tax on excess profits made by oil and gas companies. The Independent
• Ensuring the transition to clean power will help boost Britain's energy independence, reduce energy bills, support high-skilled jobs and tackle the climate crisis. GOV.UK
• The renewable energy sector is expected to generate up to two million jobs of which 1.7 million will be in solar, with 140000 jobs in South Africa and 111000 jobs in Kenya. The Mail & Guardian
• Today, the U.S. Department of Energy has announced a new $24 million funding opportunity to support workforce training programs with a focus on training for clean energy jobs that do not require a four-year degree. Forbes
• Overall, the Methane Emissions Reduction Program will help reduce inefficiencies of U.S. oil and gas operations, create new jobs in energy communities, and realize near-term emission reductions - helping reach the Biden Administration's ambitious climate and clean air goals. Energy.gov
• The IRA is accelerating the transition to a clean energy economy that will lower household energy costs, create good jobs, reduce planet-warming pollution, and protect communities from harmful climate change effects. Center for American Progress
• As outlined, Great British Energy's mission will be to drive clean energy deployment to create jobs, boost energy independence, and ensure UK taxpayers, billpayers and communities reap the benefits of clean, secure, home-grown energy. GOV.UK
• Great British Energy will be a publicly-owned energy company, designed to drive clean energy deployment, boost energy independence, create jobs and ensure UK taxpayers, billpayers and communities reap the benefits of clean, secure, home-grown energy. GOV.UK
• Great British Energy will be owned by the British people, for the British people, creating jobs and building supply chains across the UK, and working with industry and trade unions to deliver clean power. iNews

Last updated: 03 November 2024