UK Launches Skills Passport for Energy Workers

The UK Government is expediting the rollout of a 'skills passport' to facilitate the transition of oil and gas workers into renewable energy jobs, particularly in offshore wind. This initiative, overseen by RenewableUK and Offshore EnergiesUK, aims to harmonize standards, recognize transferable skills, and outline career pathways for affected workers. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, during his visit to Aberdeen, will sign an agreement with the Scottish Government to enhance the efforts of Great British Energy, which has received £8.3 billion in funding to support clean energy infrastructure. A digital tool for the skills passport is expected to be piloted by January 2025, with 90% of oil and gas workers identified as having applicable skills for renewable roles. Miliband emphasized that Scottish energy workers will play a pivotal role in the UK's clean energy future, including sectors like carbon capture and hydrogen. The collaboration aims to ensure that the transition benefits both the workforce and the broader energy landscape in Scotland.