A groundbreaking initiative promises to revolutionise career pathways for oil and gas professionals transitioning into renewable energy sectors.
The Energy Skills Passport, backed by £3.7 million of Scottish Government funding, will provide critical support for workers seeking to adapt to the evolving energy landscape.
Industry leaders are targeting a comprehensive approach to helping workers understand their potential routes into emerging clean energy roles, particularly within the offshore wind sector.
Workers will gain unprecedented insights into the qualifications and training required to successfully navigate career shifts in the rapidly changing energy industry.
The pilot scheme represents a strategic response to the urgent need for a just transition towards net-zero carbon emissions, ensuring workers are not left behind during industrial transformation.
By 2030, the offshore wind industry anticipates employing over 100,000 professionals, creating substantial opportunities for those with transferable skills from traditional energy sectors.
RenewableUK’s Executive Director Jane Cooper emphasised the passport’s role as a practical gateway, enabling workers to identify suitable offshore wind roles and understand necessary training pathways.
Offshore Energies UK highlighted the initiative’s importance in helping professionals make informed decisions about their future careers across the diversifying energy landscape.
The Scottish Government’s commitment underscores a broader vision of managing economic transitions fairly, protecting both workers and the communities dependent on existing industries.
This innovative approach signals a proactive strategy for supporting workforce adaptability in an era of accelerating technological and environmental change.