Our Partners

We work with employers, providers, and industry bodies to co-create solutions that build a safe, skilled, and sustainable workforce.

Partnering with Energy & Utility Skills

Our work is made possible through collaboration. We partner with employers, training providers, regulators, and industry bodies to co-create solutions that address shared workforce challenges. Whether through formal agreements such as Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) or joint initiatives, our partnerships help ensure the energy, water, and waste sectors are equipped for the future. Together, we drive progress and support a safe, skilled, and sustainable workforce.

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What some of our partners have recently said about us

‘AELP supports the launch of the Energy and Skills strategy as it recognises the urgent need to develop a skilled workforce to meet future energy and utility demands for the whole of the UK. By prioritising apprenticeships and technical training, our members can support the supply of the talent pipeline needed for growth and net zero transition. The strategy’s focus on employment, inclusion and long-term workforce resilience aligns with AELP’s mission to widen opportunities through skills. Through close collaboration, AELP members are ready to deliver the high-quality training that will provide employers with the skilled, long-term workforce they require.’

Ben Rowland, Chief Executive
AELP

‘We are proud to support the Energy & Utility Skills Partnership’s ambitious 2025–2030 strategy.

‘This reflects a commitment we share to inspiring young people through meaningful employer encounters and work experience — underpinned by CEC’s national Employer Standards. This outreach is proven to help businesses in the sector attract and recruit diverse talent into the energy and utilities workforce.

‘Together, our work to showcase the plurality of pathways that the sector offers can boost recruitment, retention and close skills gaps. CEC’s national network of Careers Hubs, Cornerstone Employers and business volunteers are well placed to further build on this shared foundation — working more closely than ever to equip the next generation with the skills, insight and ambition to thrive in a sector that’s vital to the UK’s future.’

John Yarham, Interim CEO
Careers & Enterprise Company

‘The Construction Industry Training Board is delighted to support Energy and Utility Skills’ ambitious Skills Strategy. As we face the challenges in delivering the infrastructure needed for Britain’s future the alignment between our sectors has never been more critical. The energy and utilities sector’s workforce needs to intersect significantly with construction skills, particularly in renewable energy infrastructure and sustainable building technologies. We welcome the strategy’s collaborative approach, as the challenges such as net zero and housing delivery requires the cross-sector partnership that this strategy embodies.’

Tim Balcon, Chief Executive
CITB

‘As the leading professional body and trusted provider of qualifications and training for the resource management sector, CIWM is pleased to endorse the Energy & Utility Skills 2025-30 Skills Strategy. Our purpose is to move the world beyond waste, and we recognise the importance of a skilled workforce to achieve this within the wider energy and utilities landscape.

‘This comprehensive strategy directly aligns with CIWM’s commitment to empowering professionalism, supporting lifelong learning, and critical skills development to advance sustainable resource management. By championing a collaborative approach to skills development and talent pipelines, this strategy strengthens our collective ability to innovate, drive efficiency, and ensure a resilient, highly skilled workforce for the future. We look forward to our continued partnership with Energy & Utility Skills in making a significant positive impact across our interconnected sectors.’

Sarah Poulter, CEO
CIWM

‘Harnessing talent from all backgrounds, embracing innovation, and empowering our workforce with the right skills is essential to deliver on ambitious net-zero targets and secure the resilient infrastructure the UK needs for the future.
As the energy sector navigates a period of immense transformation, we fully support the recommendations of the 2025-2030 Skills Strategy focussing on building a safe, skilled and sustainable workforce.’

Dr Nick Wayth FEI, Chief Executive
Energy Institute

Get Involved

Employers, training providers, regulators, and industry bodies are invited to partner with us and shape the future of skills in the energy and utilities sector. To find out more or to get involved, please contact us via email, phone, or the online form below:

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