Empowering the UK Workforce for a Hydrogen-Powered Future
Key Ideas
  • The UK government aims to achieve 10 GW of hydrogen production capacity by 2030, with a focus on electrolytic hydrogen to support Net Zero targets.
  • The Workforce Foresighting Hub report highlights the need for upskilling in areas like above-ground hydrogen storage tanks to meet the demands of hydrogen adoption.
  • Collaboration between industry, education, and employment sectors is essential to bridge skills gaps and ensure a capable workforce for the hydrogen industry.
  • The report emphasizes the importance of early action to prevent future skills shortages and enable the UK to fully utilize hydrogen as a zero-carbon fuel source.
The British Energy Security Strategy has outlined the UK's goal of achieving up to 10 GW of hydrogen production capacity by 2030, with a significant portion sourced from electrolytic hydrogen production. The report from the Workforce Foresighting Hub sheds light on the essential need for skilled workers in areas like above-ground hydrogen storage tanks to facilitate the widespread adoption of hydrogen across various sectors. Focusing on future supply chain capabilities and occupational profiles, the report warns that without immediate action to address skills gaps in design, installation, maintenance, and operation, the UK may struggle to meet its ambitious hydrogen targets. The collaboration between the Tank Storage Association, the National Composites Centre, and the Hydrogen Skills Alliance underscores the importance of a coordinated effort to equip the workforce with the necessary skills. Peter Davidson of the Tank Storage Association stresses the critical role of a skilled workforce in maximizing the potential of hydrogen as a zero-carbon fuel source. The foresighting process initiated by the Workforce Foresighting Hub program aims to proactively identify and bridge skills deficiencies to ensure a capable workforce for the hydrogen industry. Katy Riddington from the National Composites Centre emphasizes the urgency of targeted skills development to support the UK's hydrogen ambitions. By addressing skills gaps promptly, the UK can prepare its workforce to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the transition to a hydrogen-based economy.
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