Global Scans · Security · Weekly Summary

• [New] The growth of the renewable energy sector is expected to create millions of new jobs globally, transforming local economies and enhancing energy security. Scirp
• [New] Sustainable aviation fuel is a key part of the decarbonization of air travel and a domestic SAF industry will create jobs, wealth and help the UK secure its energy independence. GOV.UK
• Northern Ireland's energy transition offers huge potential for economy, creating the investment and green jobs of the future, while also enabling a cleaner, more affordable and more secure energy future for everyone. BelfastTelegraph.co.uk
• The wider associated benefits of low carbon heat, levelling up, green jobs and energy security will be very positive for Great Britain in many ways. GOV.UK
• A £2 billion investment in the automotive sector is a boon to a crucial manufacturing arm of the UK and will help secure the gigafactories that will be the backbone of the UK's burgeoning battery industry, which will deliver growth and green, high quality jobs. New Civil Engineer
• Candu technology is the only home-grown Canadian power reactor technology; it competes on a global stage, providing energy security, creating export opportunities and thousands of well-paying, highly skilled jobs, while also supporting the local supply chain and creating economic value to Canada. World Nuclear News
• Most, in the Chinese case, have focused on the implications for social stability; in the United States, concern has revolved around threats to job security, information integrity, and democratic processes. The Diplomat
• 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 ongoing challenges in German industry might prompt unions to reconsider their wage demands in ongoing negotiations, potentially prioritising job security over significant wage increases. ING Think
• The three most important considerations for the West African workforce are: Job security, learning and career development, and opportunities to lead and take responsibility for Ghanaians and for Nigerians they are learning and career development, job security, and a creative environment. Africa.com
• 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
• 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 hydrogen economy will improve security of supply and safety in the Baltic Sea region and Europe as a whole, bring much-needed flexibility to the energy system and create new investments and jobs. Gasgrid Finland
• New nuclear power stations, such as Sizewell C, and Small Modular Reactors, will play an important role in helping the UK achieve energy security and clean power while securing thousands of good, skilled jobs. Electricity Info
• Sustainable aviation fuel is a key part of the decarbonization of air travel and a domestic SAF SAF industry will create jobs, wealth and help the UK UK secure its energy independence. GOV.UK
• 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
• Harnessing America's offshore wind resources will boost economic activity, create jobs, reduce pollution providing environmental and public health benefits, and strengthen America's energy security by enhancing grid reliability and energy independence. American Clean Power (ACP)
• Rishi Sunak will today declare a critical national endeavour to secure the future of the UK's nuclear industry with new investment aimed at boosting skills and jobs amid concerns about defence spending. The Telegraph
• Secured one of the largest ever investments in the UK auto industry, supporting the creation of thousands of jobs and £4 billion in UK gigafactory investment: Tata Group announced that it will invest £4 billion in a new UK gigafactory which will create thousands of jobs. GOV.UK
• With UK inflation still high at 8.7%, interest rates at their highest level in 15 years, and more companies looking to make cost savings, Britain's workers are feeling uncertain about their future with 58% fearing for the security of their job. London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
• Through sizeable investments, the US will advance US leadership in semiconductor R&D, cut down on the time and cost of commercializing new technologies, bolster US national security, and connect and support workers in securing good semiconductor jobs. Ars Technica

Last updated: 25 November 2024