Low Carbon
This is a very varied area to work in and roles can include Countryside Ranger Apprentice, Solar Panel Installer and Recycling Officer.
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Low carbon means supplying energy to businesses and consumers using renewable sources such as wind and solar technology or electric vehicles instead of fuel powered.
All businesses will need to be low carbon and need their employees to help reduce their carbon footprint. The low carbon sector locally employs 3,500 people in energy alone.
Job opportunities include installing measures e.g. external wall insulation, air source heat pumps and solar panels.
Creative and innovation skills are important as businesses try to find greener solutions, for example by:
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Lowering the carbon footprint of products
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Looking to use recycled materials where possible
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Trying to replace plastics with plant-based alternatives
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Sector profile: The Low Carbon sector
The proportion of East Midlands businesses selling green goods and services has almost trebled over the past seven years, 2022 research by East Midlands Chamber shows.
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What you'll need
The skills mix required by the sector is expected to evolve in the future, to include soft skills, technical skills such as data analytics, as well as knowledge of new technologies as they emerge.
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Low Carbon Jobs
Red – Formal qualifications required – GCSEs Grades 4-9, Level 3 qualifications, A levels or Degree
Amber – Some formal qualifications may be required at Level 2 depending on the employer this will vary depending on the organisation and position
Green – No formal qualification required
