Qualification structures and needs of energy utilities adapting to the German Energiewende

In this research project, we estimates future professional qualification requirements in grid-based utility companies following the energy transition. The project bases on the findings ""Future developments in the energy sector as part of the energy revolution, IZES and BIBB 2014.

The following key questions are addressed:
- How will the energy system develop in grid-connected sources by the year 2020 to 2030?
- What priorities are particularly promising for energy companies?
-What professional qualification profiles are relevant?
- What employment effects will result?

Duration:

2015–2016

Contracting Entity:

Verdi

Cooperation Partner:

IZES, BIBB

Contact:

Ulrike Lehr

Project Team Members:

Ulrike Lehr
Anne Nieters
Anja Sonnenburg
Marc Ingo Wolter

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