As the world races toward a greener future, renewable energy is expanding at an unprecedented pace. Governments and businesses are investing heavily in Clean Energy to meet net-zero targets—but one critical challenge is often overlooked: Who will build and power this transition? On World Sustainable Energy Day 2025, we’re spotlighting the workforce driving the energy revolution and how PACE is bridging the talent gap.

The Urgent Demand for Clean Energy Talent

The shift to Renewable Energy isn’t just about cutting-edge technology—it’s about people. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), over 14 million new jobs must be created by 2030 to meet global climate goals. Yet, companies are already struggling to find the skilled professionals they need, leading to delays, rising costs, and slower innovation.

With rapid advancements in Wind, Solar, Hydrogen, and Battery Storage, demand for Engineers, Project Managers, Data Analysts, and Policy Experts is skyrocketing. But where will these workers come from?

A major challenge is the skills gap. While industries like oil and gas have transferable talent, expertise in renewables is still in short supply. Reskilling and upskilling are essential to meeting the demand for a future-ready workforce.

How PACE is Solving the Talent Shortage

At PACE, we specialise in Clean Energy recruitment, ensuring businesses can access the top-tier talent they need to drive sustainability forward. Here’s how we make an impact:

🔹 Identifying Top Talent: We partner with Clean Energy companies to find professionals with the right expertise.
🔹 Supporting Career Transitions: We help professionals from various industries, including oil & gas, manufacturing, automotive, and engineering, transition into renewables. By identifying transferable skills and offering insights into industry requirements, we guide candidates through career shifts, ensuring they find roles where they can make a real impact in the Clean Energy sector.
🔹 Championing Diversity: A diverse workforce fuels innovation. We connect businesses with a broad talent pool to strengthen the sector.

Building a Workforce for the Future

The energy transition is not just about technology—it’s about people. Without a skilled and diverse workforce, net-zero targets will remain out of reach.

The Clean Energy sector has the potential to create millions of jobs and drive economic growth—but only if companies take proactive steps to secure the right talent. At PACE, we are committed to shaping the future of Clean Energy by connecting the right people with the right opportunities.

If you’re a business looking to grow your Clean Energy team or a professional exploring a career in renewables, let’s talk. The future of energy starts with the right people—let’s find them together.