The Government hopes its clean energy initiative will create 400,000 jobs by 2030, raising total energy sector employment to 860,000. This plays a part in its transition to a low carbon economy. The Office for Clean Energy Jobs (OCEJ) was established within the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) to drive this initiative.

The Bloomsbury Intelligence and Security Institute (BISI), a think tank and consultancy predicts that the UK will convert its environmental goals into economic advantage, positioning itself as a global leader in the clean energy transition. Clear regulatory frameworks, long-term Net Zero commitments, and government-backed investment incentives have created stable conditions for private sector growth. This predictability is attracting significant domestic and foreign capital, particularly into offshore wind, hydrogen, and carbon capture projects.

In contrast, policy uncertainty in the US and parts of Europe has slowed investment flows and delayed project approvals. As a result, BISI believes the UK now stands out as a preferred destination for green finance, offering investors both regulatory stability and scalable market opportunities.

The clean energy transition will elevate wage standards and professionalise the sector. Entry-level and graduate clean energy roles are expected to pay 23 per cent more than comparable positions in other sectors.

Aberdeen, Teesside, and the Humber are shifting from fossil fuels to clean energy hubs, with job growth projected at up to 40 per cent by 2030. The Humber and Teesside clusters could support 30,000 construction jobs and add £2.2bn in GVA annually by 2027. These investments will strengthen regional GDP, supply chains, and local infrastructure. However, without retraining, around 30,000 oil and gas workers risk short-term unemployment, highlighting the need for managed, inclusive transitions to secure long-term regional resilience.

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