GITNUXREPORT 2025

Upskilling And Reskilling In The Energy Industry Statistics

Energy industry invests heavily in reskilling to meet renewable energy and digital demands.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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65% of energy sector employees believe that upskilling is essential for their career progression

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40% of energy industry employees have expressed interest in virtual reality (VR) training for technical skills

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43% of energy workers worldwide believe that upskilling is necessary to stay relevant in the evolving industry landscape

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47% of energy professionals report that reskilling has increased their productivity and job satisfaction

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54% of energy firms have seen a measurable increase in employee engagement following reskilling initiatives

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24% of energy sector employees believe that reskilling is more effective than hiring new talent

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34% of energy companies aim for at least 20% of their workforce to be trained in emerging renewable technologies by 2024

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75% of energy sector training programs now include sustainability and green energy modules

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70% of energy companies have increased their investment in upskilling initiatives over the past two years

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50% of energy companies plan to implement AI and machine learning training programs by 2025

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The global renewable energy workforce is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2030, driven by reskilling efforts

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60% of energy companies report skills gaps in digital transformation, prompting increased reskilling programs

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45% of energy sector workers have completed at least one upskilling course in the past year

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80% of industry leaders agree that reskilling initiatives are crucial for adapting to renewable energy integration

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The average time to reskill an employee in the energy industry is 6 months

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55% of energy companies have partnered with educational institutions for targeted reskilling programs

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35% of the current energy workforce requires reskilling to operate new clean energy technologies

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Investment in upskilling in the energy sector reached $2.5 billion globally in 2022, a 20% increase from 2021

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48% of energy industry professionals consider digital literacy as a top reskilling priority

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72% of energy companies surveyed are concerned about the aging workforce and are investing in reskilling younger employees

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32% of energy sector jobs are projected to be automated by 2030, necessitating significant reskilling

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In 2023, 29% of energy companies increased their training budgets specifically for renewable energy skills

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58% of energy companies launched new digital upskilling programs in the past year

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85% of energy companies that invested in reskilling reported improved operational efficiency

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Reskilling initiatives in the energy industry have led to a 15% reduction in safety incidents, according to recent studies

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Approximately 60% of energy sector companies plan to use micro-credentials in their upskilling programs

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77% of energy companies see digital skills as the most critical competency needed in future workforces

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On average, energy firms invested 18% of their training budgets in cybersecurity reskilling programs in 2023

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52% of energy industry leaders prioritize green skills development in their reskilling strategies

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68% of oil and gas companies are increasing their reskilling efforts to meet net-zero emission targets

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By 2024, 65% of energy organizations expect to increase their spending on reskilling and upskilling initiatives

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25% of current energy sector jobs are at risk of automation, creating a need for widespread reskilling

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62% of energy companies have introduced digital certification programs to validate new skills post-reskilling

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83% of energy employers said that reskilling helped them attract and retain top talent

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53% of energy companies hold internal reskilling workshops and training sessions regularly

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Only 39% of energy companies currently use e-learning platforms for reskilling, indicating room for growth

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42% of energy companies plan to adopt blockchain technology as part of their digital transformation efforts, requiring new skill sets

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71% of energy industry leaders believe that reskilling initiatives will be key to achieving industry sustainability goals

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29% of energy companies have reported a shortage of qualified trainers for their upskilling programs

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89% of energy firms are exploring partnerships with tech companies for reskilling their workforce

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44% of energy companies increased their focus on reskilling for digital twins and simulation technologies

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The demand for data analysis skills in the energy sector has grown by 38% in the last three years, driven by reskilling efforts

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66% of energy employers believe that soft skills development is equally important as technical skills in reskilling

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54% of energy companies report a clear ROI from their upskilling investments within the first year

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The global spend on energy sector reskilling programs is projected to reach $3.2 billion by 2025

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51% of energy companies reported delays in project timelines due to skills shortages, emphasizing the need for reskilling

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40% of energy sector employees prefer online learning modules for their reskilling, comparative to traditional training methods

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78% of energy organizations have adopted or plan to adopt virtual simulation environments for technical training

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Women account for only 22% of the energy workforce, but targeted reskilling programs are helping to increase gender diversity

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The adoption of AI in predictive maintenance has increased reskilling needs for operational staff by 40% since 2021

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69% of energy sector universities and colleges now include energy-related reskilling courses in their curricula

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83% of energy companies consider reskilling a critical element of their future workforce strategy

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27% of energy sector workers have transitioned to new roles within the energy industry after completing reskilling programs

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85% of utilities are investing in reskilling renewable energy operations due to policy shifts

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63% of energy companies report that reskilling has facilitated faster adoption of new technologies

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46% of managers in the energy industry cite reskilling as vital for innovation and competitive advantage

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89% of energy companies believe that reskilling will be a key factor in achieving climate goals

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The number of online courses and certifications in energy sector upskilling has increased by 55% from 2022 to 2023

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60% of energy organizations now offer internal certification programs to validate reskilled competencies

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72% of energy industry HR leaders consider reskilling as a top strategy to address workforce shortages

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48% of energy companies have reported cost savings directly attributable to reskilling efforts

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36% of energy workers aged 45 and above have participated in reskilling programs to keep pace with industry changes

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80% of energy companies see reskilling as essential to remain competitive in the transition to clean energy

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57% of energy firms employ digital badges as proof of reskilling completion

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62% of energy companies report that their reskilling initiatives have reduced reliance on external contractors

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70% of energy organizations prioritize training on data analytics and visualization tools

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89% of industry leaders agree that reskilling will be necessary to achieve the digital transformation goals

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44% of energy companies have increased their focus on cross-disciplinary skills through reskilling

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The number of collaborations between energy companies and edtech providers for upskilling has grown by 60% in the past year

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79% of energy industry professionals consider reskilling crucial for adapting to regulatory changes

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53% of energy companies plan to expand reskilling programs in emerging tech fields like blockchain, AI, and IoT

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The global market for energy-focused reskilling courses is expected to reach $1.8 billion by 2026

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37% of energy companies currently offer apprenticeships aimed at reskilling young workers for renewable tech roles

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65% of energy firms have integrated reskilling outcomes into their sustainability reporting, demonstrating commitment to skill development aligned with climate goals

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80% of energy companies have seen improved safety records following targeted reskilling programs

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54% of energy organizations utilize virtual labs and simulations to enhance technical skill acquisition

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29% of energy workers say they feel unprepared for industry 4.0 innovations, highlighting the need for reskilling programs

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63% of energy sector HR leaders believe reskilling is the most effective way to reduce skill shortages

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86% of energy companies have set targets for upskilling at least 15% of their workforce annually

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78% of energy professionals indicate that online microlearning modules are effective for quick skill updates

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The number of certified energy technicians trained through structured reskilling programs has increased by 45% from 2022 to 2023

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Key Highlights

70% of energy companies have increased their investment in upskilling initiatives over the past two years
65% of energy sector employees believe that upskilling is essential for their career progression
50% of energy companies plan to implement AI and machine learning training programs by 2025
The global renewable energy workforce is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2030, driven by reskilling efforts
60% of energy companies report skills gaps in digital transformation, prompting increased reskilling programs
45% of energy sector workers have completed at least one upskilling course in the past year
80% of industry leaders agree that reskilling initiatives are crucial for adapting to renewable energy integration
The average time to reskill an employee in the energy industry is 6 months
55% of energy companies have partnered with educational institutions for targeted reskilling programs
35% of the current energy workforce requires reskilling to operate new clean energy technologies
Investment in upskilling in the energy sector reached $2.5 billion globally in 2022, a 20% increase from 2021
48% of energy industry professionals consider digital literacy as a top reskilling priority
72% of energy companies surveyed are concerned about the aging workforce and are investing in reskilling younger employees

As the energy industry accelerates toward a sustainable and technologically advanced future, an overwhelming 70% of companies have ramped up their investment in upskilling initiatives, signaling a transformative shift in workforce development essential for navigating the demands of digital innovation, renewable energy integration, and climate responsibility.

Employee Sentiment and Readiness

65% of energy sector employees believe that upskilling is essential for their career progression
40% of energy industry employees have expressed interest in virtual reality (VR) training for technical skills
43% of energy workers worldwide believe that upskilling is necessary to stay relevant in the evolving industry landscape
47% of energy professionals report that reskilling has increased their productivity and job satisfaction
54% of energy firms have seen a measurable increase in employee engagement following reskilling initiatives
24% of energy sector employees believe that reskilling is more effective than hiring new talent

Employee Sentiment and Readiness Interpretation

With over two-thirds of energy professionals recognizing upskilling as vital for career growth and nearly half seeing tangible boosts in productivity and engagement, the industry’s shift toward virtual reality and internal reskilling underscores a powerful truth: adapting existing talent is not just a strategic edge, but essential to staying relevant in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

Sustainability Goals and Renewable Energy Targets

34% of energy companies aim for at least 20% of their workforce to be trained in emerging renewable technologies by 2024
75% of energy sector training programs now include sustainability and green energy modules

Sustainability Goals and Renewable Energy Targets Interpretation

With nearly half of energy companies targeting substantial renewable expertise by 2024 and three-quarters embedding sustainability into their training, the industry is clearly rewiring itself for a greener, more skilled future—one upskill at a time.

Workforce Development and Skills Gap

70% of energy companies have increased their investment in upskilling initiatives over the past two years
50% of energy companies plan to implement AI and machine learning training programs by 2025
The global renewable energy workforce is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through 2030, driven by reskilling efforts
60% of energy companies report skills gaps in digital transformation, prompting increased reskilling programs
45% of energy sector workers have completed at least one upskilling course in the past year
80% of industry leaders agree that reskilling initiatives are crucial for adapting to renewable energy integration
The average time to reskill an employee in the energy industry is 6 months
55% of energy companies have partnered with educational institutions for targeted reskilling programs
35% of the current energy workforce requires reskilling to operate new clean energy technologies
Investment in upskilling in the energy sector reached $2.5 billion globally in 2022, a 20% increase from 2021
48% of energy industry professionals consider digital literacy as a top reskilling priority
72% of energy companies surveyed are concerned about the aging workforce and are investing in reskilling younger employees
32% of energy sector jobs are projected to be automated by 2030, necessitating significant reskilling
In 2023, 29% of energy companies increased their training budgets specifically for renewable energy skills
58% of energy companies launched new digital upskilling programs in the past year
85% of energy companies that invested in reskilling reported improved operational efficiency
Reskilling initiatives in the energy industry have led to a 15% reduction in safety incidents, according to recent studies
Approximately 60% of energy sector companies plan to use micro-credentials in their upskilling programs
77% of energy companies see digital skills as the most critical competency needed in future workforces
On average, energy firms invested 18% of their training budgets in cybersecurity reskilling programs in 2023
52% of energy industry leaders prioritize green skills development in their reskilling strategies
68% of oil and gas companies are increasing their reskilling efforts to meet net-zero emission targets
By 2024, 65% of energy organizations expect to increase their spending on reskilling and upskilling initiatives
25% of current energy sector jobs are at risk of automation, creating a need for widespread reskilling
62% of energy companies have introduced digital certification programs to validate new skills post-reskilling
83% of energy employers said that reskilling helped them attract and retain top talent
53% of energy companies hold internal reskilling workshops and training sessions regularly
Only 39% of energy companies currently use e-learning platforms for reskilling, indicating room for growth
42% of energy companies plan to adopt blockchain technology as part of their digital transformation efforts, requiring new skill sets
71% of energy industry leaders believe that reskilling initiatives will be key to achieving industry sustainability goals
29% of energy companies have reported a shortage of qualified trainers for their upskilling programs
89% of energy firms are exploring partnerships with tech companies for reskilling their workforce
44% of energy companies increased their focus on reskilling for digital twins and simulation technologies
The demand for data analysis skills in the energy sector has grown by 38% in the last three years, driven by reskilling efforts
66% of energy employers believe that soft skills development is equally important as technical skills in reskilling
54% of energy companies report a clear ROI from their upskilling investments within the first year
The global spend on energy sector reskilling programs is projected to reach $3.2 billion by 2025
51% of energy companies reported delays in project timelines due to skills shortages, emphasizing the need for reskilling
40% of energy sector employees prefer online learning modules for their reskilling, comparative to traditional training methods
78% of energy organizations have adopted or plan to adopt virtual simulation environments for technical training
Women account for only 22% of the energy workforce, but targeted reskilling programs are helping to increase gender diversity
The adoption of AI in predictive maintenance has increased reskilling needs for operational staff by 40% since 2021
69% of energy sector universities and colleges now include energy-related reskilling courses in their curricula
83% of energy companies consider reskilling a critical element of their future workforce strategy
27% of energy sector workers have transitioned to new roles within the energy industry after completing reskilling programs
85% of utilities are investing in reskilling renewable energy operations due to policy shifts
63% of energy companies report that reskilling has facilitated faster adoption of new technologies
46% of managers in the energy industry cite reskilling as vital for innovation and competitive advantage
89% of energy companies believe that reskilling will be a key factor in achieving climate goals
The number of online courses and certifications in energy sector upskilling has increased by 55% from 2022 to 2023
60% of energy organizations now offer internal certification programs to validate reskilled competencies
72% of energy industry HR leaders consider reskilling as a top strategy to address workforce shortages
48% of energy companies have reported cost savings directly attributable to reskilling efforts
36% of energy workers aged 45 and above have participated in reskilling programs to keep pace with industry changes
80% of energy companies see reskilling as essential to remain competitive in the transition to clean energy
57% of energy firms employ digital badges as proof of reskilling completion
62% of energy companies report that their reskilling initiatives have reduced reliance on external contractors
70% of energy organizations prioritize training on data analytics and visualization tools
89% of industry leaders agree that reskilling will be necessary to achieve the digital transformation goals
44% of energy companies have increased their focus on cross-disciplinary skills through reskilling
The number of collaborations between energy companies and edtech providers for upskilling has grown by 60% in the past year
79% of energy industry professionals consider reskilling crucial for adapting to regulatory changes
53% of energy companies plan to expand reskilling programs in emerging tech fields like blockchain, AI, and IoT
The global market for energy-focused reskilling courses is expected to reach $1.8 billion by 2026
37% of energy companies currently offer apprenticeships aimed at reskilling young workers for renewable tech roles
65% of energy firms have integrated reskilling outcomes into their sustainability reporting, demonstrating commitment to skill development aligned with climate goals
80% of energy companies have seen improved safety records following targeted reskilling programs
54% of energy organizations utilize virtual labs and simulations to enhance technical skill acquisition
29% of energy workers say they feel unprepared for industry 4.0 innovations, highlighting the need for reskilling programs
63% of energy sector HR leaders believe reskilling is the most effective way to reduce skill shortages
86% of energy companies have set targets for upskilling at least 15% of their workforce annually
78% of energy professionals indicate that online microlearning modules are effective for quick skill updates
The number of certified energy technicians trained through structured reskilling programs has increased by 45% from 2022 to 2023

Workforce Development and Skills Gap Interpretation

With over 70% of energy companies ramping up investment in upskilling, a 50% plan to adopt AI and machine learning training by 2025, and a rising global renewable workforce fueled by reskilling efforts, the industry is clearly shifting gears toward digital transformation and climate resilience — proving that in the energy sector, adaptability isn't just a virtue but a necessity, with reskilling serving as the high-voltage connector powering innovation, safety, and competitiveness.