GITNUXREPORT 2025

Upskilling And Reskilling In The Power Industry Statistics

Power industry invests heavily in reskilling to adapt to digital, renewable, and green innovation.

Jannik Linder

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

First published: April 29, 2025

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The implementation of resilience and emergency response training has increased by 60% in the power industry, emphasizing the need for safety skills

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The adoption of VR and AR training tools in the power industry increased by 60% during the last two years

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78% of power industry companies have increased their investment in upskilling programs in the past two years

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65% of power sector employees believe that reskilling will be essential to their career growth

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40% of power industry jobs require new technical skills due to digital transformation

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AI and automation are projected to impact 47% of routine power industry jobs by 2030

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52% of power industry firms have conducted skills gap analyses in the last year

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The global upskilling market for the energy sector is projected to reach $4 billion by 2025

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70% of power companies have implemented new digital tools requiring additional employee training

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By 2024, over 60% of energy workers will need to acquire new skills related to renewable energy sources

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85% of utilities have onboarding programs that include reskilling components for new technologies

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Reskilling programs in the power industry have led to a 25% increase in employee retention

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Investment in upskilling by power utilities has grown by 35% in the last three years

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90% of power industry leaders see upskilling as vital for future competitiveness

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Electric vehicle integration training has increased by 50% among power sector employees over the past year

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45% of power industry training programs now focus on cybersecurity skills

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Only 30% of current power industry workers feel confident in their digital skills, indicating a need for reskilling

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48% of power companies reported increased productivity after implementing upskilling initiatives

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The global renewable energy workforce is expected to grow by 10 million jobs by 2030, many requiring reskilling

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55% of power sector employers plan to increase their investment in reskilling programs in the next year

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68% of power companies have partnered with training providers or universities for upskilling initiatives

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The adoption of predictive maintenance training has increased by 70%, aligning workforce skills with Industry 4.0 practices

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47% of power industry employees have participated in cross-training programs to cover multiple roles

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60% of power companies plan to reskill their workforce to handle blockchain and decentralized energy systems

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Investment in digital literacy training in the power sector is projected to reach $1.8 billion globally by 2025

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72% of utilities see upskilling as critical to integrating smart grid technology successfully

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54% of power industry employers have experienced talent shortages due to outdated skills, emphasizing the need for reskilling

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The use of online learning platforms for energy workforce training increased by 80% during the pandemic

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65% of power sector professionals believe that AI will create more jobs than it displaces if properly reskilled

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The number of power industry apprenticeships increased by 30% over the last year as part of upskilling efforts

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80% of utilities are incorporating reskilling into their diversity and inclusion strategies, to ensure equitable workforce development

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Reskilling programs targeting renewable energy installation have resulted in a 35% increase in qualified technicians

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62% of power industry management see upskilling as a key factor for operational resilience

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Investment in cybersecurity upskilling in the power industry has increased by 55% in the last year, as cyber threats grow

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39% of energy companies have started reskilling programs focused specifically on the clean energy transition

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The average time for reskilling programs in the power sector is approximately 6 months, with 78% of programs completed within this timeframe

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During 2023, 45% of power companies increased their focus on soft skills training such as leadership and communication

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54% of new power industry hires require upskilling within the first year of employment, highlighting the importance of continuous learning

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80% of utilities have launched at least one major reskilling initiative in the past year

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The share of renewable energy workers in the power industry is expected to increase from 23% to 43% by 2030, many necessitating reskilling

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70% of power companies report that reskilling efforts have improved safety performance, reducing workplace accidents

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The number of training hours per employee in the power industry increased by 40% over the past three years, indicating a focus on skill development

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63% of power employees believe that remote and digital training methods are more effective than traditional classroom training

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The percentage of power industry companies utilizing gamification in reskilling programs increased from 10% to 35% between 2020 and 2023

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58% of utilities are now offering tailored upskilling programs based on specific job roles, improving training efficiency

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The integration of data analytics training in power sector curricula has increased by 65% since 2020, emphasizing data-driven decision making

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44% of power industry professionals believe reskilling will enhance their job security over the next five years

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The share of women in power industry reskilling programs increased by 25% in the last two years, supporting diversity initiatives

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65% of power firms have incorporated climate change and sustainability into their reskilling curricula, aligning workforce skills with green goals

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82% of utility workers who participated in upskilling reported increased confidence in managing new technology

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The cost of reskilling a utility worker has decreased by 15% due to the proliferation of online training platforms

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85% of power companies plan to expand their reskilling initiatives to include AI and machine learning competencies within the next two years

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55% of power industry employees believe continued upskilling is necessary to keep pace with technological advancements

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The percentage of renewable energy technicians in the total energy workforce increased from 12% to 30% between 2018 and 2022, many requiring specific reskilling

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62% of energy companies have adopted micro-credentialing programs for skill validation, enabling targeted upskilling

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42% of power industry professionals have engaged in international reskilling partnerships to broaden skills and knowledge

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Utilities investing in reskilling for smart grid and IoT technology have seen a 20% reduction in downtime

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68% of power sector HR managers consider reskilling programs vital for workforce adaptation to climate policies

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The use of blockchain technology training in the power industry has increased by 75% over the past year, aligning workforce skills with decentralized energy systems

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50% of utilities have launched cross-industry reskilling initiatives with tech and manufacturing sectors, fostering innovation

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75% of power industry companies view upskilling as essential for transitioning to a low-carbon economy

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The adoption of modular training programs in the power industry has grown by 50% over the last three years, allowing for more flexible learning paths

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Key Highlights

78% of power industry companies have increased their investment in upskilling programs in the past two years
65% of power sector employees believe that reskilling will be essential to their career growth
40% of power industry jobs require new technical skills due to digital transformation
AI and automation are projected to impact 47% of routine power industry jobs by 2030
52% of power industry firms have conducted skills gap analyses in the last year
The global upskilling market for the energy sector is projected to reach $4 billion by 2025
70% of power companies have implemented new digital tools requiring additional employee training
By 2024, over 60% of energy workers will need to acquire new skills related to renewable energy sources
85% of utilities have onboarding programs that include reskilling components for new technologies
Reskilling programs in the power industry have led to a 25% increase in employee retention
Investment in upskilling by power utilities has grown by 35% in the last three years
90% of power industry leaders see upskilling as vital for future competitiveness
Electric vehicle integration training has increased by 50% among power sector employees over the past year

As the power industry accelerates its digital transformation, embracing upskilling and reskilling initiatives— which have surged by over 35% in recent years—has become essential for maintaining competitiveness, safety, and sustainability in an evolving energy landscape.

Resilience and Emergency Preparedness

The implementation of resilience and emergency response training has increased by 60% in the power industry, emphasizing the need for safety skills

Resilience and Emergency Preparedness Interpretation

The 60% surge in resilience and emergency response training underscores the power industry's recognition that, in a field where sparks fly and outages loom, having a safety net of skills is no longer optional but essential.

Technological Adoption and Innovation

The adoption of VR and AR training tools in the power industry increased by 60% during the last two years

Technological Adoption and Innovation Interpretation

With a 60% surge in VR and AR training adoption over the past two years, the power industry is clearly charging up its workforce with futuristic skills, ensuring they’re well-equipped to plug into tomorrow’s energy needs.

Workforce Skills and Training

78% of power industry companies have increased their investment in upskilling programs in the past two years
65% of power sector employees believe that reskilling will be essential to their career growth
40% of power industry jobs require new technical skills due to digital transformation
AI and automation are projected to impact 47% of routine power industry jobs by 2030
52% of power industry firms have conducted skills gap analyses in the last year
The global upskilling market for the energy sector is projected to reach $4 billion by 2025
70% of power companies have implemented new digital tools requiring additional employee training
By 2024, over 60% of energy workers will need to acquire new skills related to renewable energy sources
85% of utilities have onboarding programs that include reskilling components for new technologies
Reskilling programs in the power industry have led to a 25% increase in employee retention
Investment in upskilling by power utilities has grown by 35% in the last three years
90% of power industry leaders see upskilling as vital for future competitiveness
Electric vehicle integration training has increased by 50% among power sector employees over the past year
45% of power industry training programs now focus on cybersecurity skills
Only 30% of current power industry workers feel confident in their digital skills, indicating a need for reskilling
48% of power companies reported increased productivity after implementing upskilling initiatives
The global renewable energy workforce is expected to grow by 10 million jobs by 2030, many requiring reskilling
55% of power sector employers plan to increase their investment in reskilling programs in the next year
68% of power companies have partnered with training providers or universities for upskilling initiatives
The adoption of predictive maintenance training has increased by 70%, aligning workforce skills with Industry 4.0 practices
47% of power industry employees have participated in cross-training programs to cover multiple roles
60% of power companies plan to reskill their workforce to handle blockchain and decentralized energy systems
Investment in digital literacy training in the power sector is projected to reach $1.8 billion globally by 2025
72% of utilities see upskilling as critical to integrating smart grid technology successfully
54% of power industry employers have experienced talent shortages due to outdated skills, emphasizing the need for reskilling
The use of online learning platforms for energy workforce training increased by 80% during the pandemic
65% of power sector professionals believe that AI will create more jobs than it displaces if properly reskilled
The number of power industry apprenticeships increased by 30% over the last year as part of upskilling efforts
80% of utilities are incorporating reskilling into their diversity and inclusion strategies, to ensure equitable workforce development
Reskilling programs targeting renewable energy installation have resulted in a 35% increase in qualified technicians
62% of power industry management see upskilling as a key factor for operational resilience
Investment in cybersecurity upskilling in the power industry has increased by 55% in the last year, as cyber threats grow
39% of energy companies have started reskilling programs focused specifically on the clean energy transition
The average time for reskilling programs in the power sector is approximately 6 months, with 78% of programs completed within this timeframe
During 2023, 45% of power companies increased their focus on soft skills training such as leadership and communication
54% of new power industry hires require upskilling within the first year of employment, highlighting the importance of continuous learning
80% of utilities have launched at least one major reskilling initiative in the past year
The share of renewable energy workers in the power industry is expected to increase from 23% to 43% by 2030, many necessitating reskilling
70% of power companies report that reskilling efforts have improved safety performance, reducing workplace accidents
The number of training hours per employee in the power industry increased by 40% over the past three years, indicating a focus on skill development
63% of power employees believe that remote and digital training methods are more effective than traditional classroom training
The percentage of power industry companies utilizing gamification in reskilling programs increased from 10% to 35% between 2020 and 2023
58% of utilities are now offering tailored upskilling programs based on specific job roles, improving training efficiency
The integration of data analytics training in power sector curricula has increased by 65% since 2020, emphasizing data-driven decision making
44% of power industry professionals believe reskilling will enhance their job security over the next five years
The share of women in power industry reskilling programs increased by 25% in the last two years, supporting diversity initiatives
65% of power firms have incorporated climate change and sustainability into their reskilling curricula, aligning workforce skills with green goals
82% of utility workers who participated in upskilling reported increased confidence in managing new technology
The cost of reskilling a utility worker has decreased by 15% due to the proliferation of online training platforms
85% of power companies plan to expand their reskilling initiatives to include AI and machine learning competencies within the next two years
55% of power industry employees believe continued upskilling is necessary to keep pace with technological advancements
The percentage of renewable energy technicians in the total energy workforce increased from 12% to 30% between 2018 and 2022, many requiring specific reskilling
62% of energy companies have adopted micro-credentialing programs for skill validation, enabling targeted upskilling
42% of power industry professionals have engaged in international reskilling partnerships to broaden skills and knowledge
Utilities investing in reskilling for smart grid and IoT technology have seen a 20% reduction in downtime
68% of power sector HR managers consider reskilling programs vital for workforce adaptation to climate policies
The use of blockchain technology training in the power industry has increased by 75% over the past year, aligning workforce skills with decentralized energy systems
50% of utilities have launched cross-industry reskilling initiatives with tech and manufacturing sectors, fostering innovation
75% of power industry companies view upskilling as essential for transitioning to a low-carbon economy
The adoption of modular training programs in the power industry has grown by 50% over the last three years, allowing for more flexible learning paths

Workforce Skills and Training Interpretation

As the power industry surges toward a digitally charged, greener future, a reskilling revolution—backed by a 35% investment boost and a $4 billion market projection—serves as both a shield against talent shortages and a catalyst for innovation, proving that in this electrified era, staying current isn't just smart—it's essential for survival.