Heat networks are expected to play a central role in decarbonising heat in homes, public buildings and industry. As demand increases, so does the need for technicians with the right safety critical and technical skills. The Heat Network Maintenance Technician apprenticeship, now approved for delivery in England, represents an important step toward developing the skilled … Read more
The Government’s education white paper Every Child Achieving and Thriving, published this week, makes it clear that a core priority is ensuring young people leave school ready for the world of work, supported by clearer pathways into post16 education and skills. We welcome this focus on broadening the curriculum and equipping the next generation for successful careers. As the Secretary of State … Read more
Delivering wind energy’s contribution to the UK’s clean energy ambitions for 2030 depends on the availability of a skilled, competent and sustainable workforce. Reflecting this shared challenge, RenewableUK, Scottish Renewables and Energy & Utility Skills have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration on skills, training and workforce development across the UK’s offshore … Read more
As we approach the end of National Apprenticeship Week we recognise the importance of apprenticeships in delivering a safe, reliable and net zero-ready energy, clean water and resilient waste services across all four nations. Recent government announcements, from new funding to assessment reform, strengthen that pipeline and expand opportunities for young people. With a national … Read more
With the energy, water and waste industries needing 312,300 new entrants by 2030, the pressure to build a more diverse, skilled and resilient workforce has never been greater. Statkraft UK’s membership with Energy & Utility Skills strengthens shared efforts to enhance representation and support emerging green priorities which will help deliver the long-term ambitions set out in … Read more
Energy & Utility Skills is looking for industry representatives to help review a National Occupational Standard (NOS) suite for the power sector, which underpin overhead linesperson, cable jointer and substation fitter functions of the power sector. NOS describe what an individual needs to do and know to perform a work activity, including the skills, knowledge … Read more
Energy UK and Energy & Utility Skills have launched a joint mission to tackle the key workforce and skills challenges facing the energy sector and its supply chains. The partnership will drive collaboration on critical policy work across industry and with government to strengthen the UK energy industry’s ability to attract and retain talent. As … Read more
The Government’s A New Vision for Water: White Paper sets a clear direction of travel for the sector. It represents a structural reset, anchored in transparency, independent evidence, stronger regulation, and long-term resilience. The scale of ambition is significant. The commitment of £104 billion through AMP8 is both necessary and welcome. But capital and reform … Read more
At its Group Board meeting on 28 January, Energy & Utility Skills Group affirmed its intent to make a substantial and significant capital investment to support the build and delivery of a UK-wide sector platform for the energy, water, and waste industries, subject to the conclusion of formal testing and advocacy. The Board’s position reflects … Read more
Energy & Environment Awards has announced a new five-year partnership with Centrica to deliver end-point assessments for two critical apprenticeship standards: Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installer and Gas Engineering Operative – an essential step as the sector faces an urgent need for 211,900 new technical and professional roles by 2030, as identified in the Energy … Read more
