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Groundbreaking programme launched to deliver a two-way transition for Oil & Gas Technicians working in Wind.
The latest IQT webinar on Human Factors marked the start of a year-long collaboration between GWO and Dr Ruby Roberts, Chartered Psychologist and Chancellor's Fellow at Robert Gordon University, who is currently researching the role of human factors in offshore wind.
Two key trends emerged in 2024: US and Asian markets are playing a key role in the growth of the GWO training network and there is an overall increase in valid records per course participant globally.
IRENA estimates that 88% of governments lack explicit commitment to include human capital development considerations in their Net Zero plans. GWO supporting governments with Jobs4RE guidelines to bridge the gap.
The demand for wind energy continues to grow at a steady pace. By 2028, the world will need over 532,000 technicians to build and maintain wind fleets, both onshore and offshore. Notably, 40% of these roles will need to be filled by new entrants
Brazilian Association of Wind Energy and New Technologies, ABEEólica, has signed an MOU in strategic partnership with training standards body GWO. Tried and tested collaboration will provide certainty for all stakeholders, aligning Brazil’s safety regulations with globally recognised standards.