As the energy transition advances, demand for skilled workers in a range of sectors is projected to grow. CIET is researching how immigration can be a mechanism to meet Australia’s workforce needs. This research is supported by the Future Energy Exports (FEnEx) CRC.
The skills needed for the energy transition will include occupations that are already experiencing shortages, such as trades, engineering and construction roles, as well as newly identified occupational roles, for example wind turbine technicians and operators, electric vehicle and battery experts, and hydrogen specialists.
While domestic workers are important in this process, other avenues must be explored in order to address predicted shortages of an estimated two million workers by 2050 in Australia alone. Findings from the research show that current and emerging skills shortages have the potential to prevent Australia from reaching net zero by 2050.
Full report
This report was produced by the Curtin Institute for Energy Transition and FEnEx CRC and presents the findings of extensive desktop research on the global skills shortages that will arise from the net zero energy transition.
Summary report
This summary report as produced by the Curtin Institute for Energy Transition and FEnEx CRC and presents a brief overview of findings, recommendations and key facts