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Global Renewables Jobs Nearly Doubled In Past Decade, Soared To 13.7 Million In 2022 – Report

In recent years, the global renewable energy sector has experienced substantial growth, providing a significant boost to employment opportunities worldwide. According to various reports, the number of jobs in the renewable energy sector nearly doubled over the past decade, underscoring the sector's burgeoning potential for fostering economic growth and mitigating climate change. 

In 2022, employment in the renewable energy industry reportedly soared to 13.7 million, highlighting the increasing shift towards clean and sustainable energy sources. This notable growth in renewable energy jobs is attributed to several factors, including technological advancements, decreasing costs of renewable energy technologies, and heightened global commitment to transitioning away from fossil fuels. Governments, organizations, and businesses worldwide are increasingly recognizing the multifaceted benefits of investing in renewable energy, not only for environmental sustainability but also for enhancing economic resilience and creating a robust and future-ready global workforce.

Worldwide employment in renewable energy reached 13.7 million in 2022, an increase of one million since 2021 and up from a total of 7.3 million in 2012, ac­cording to a new report by the Interna­tional Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).

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