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The Energy Sector Transition in the UK Gave Birth to the “Energy Skills Passport”

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  Leaders in the energy sector have come together to develop a prototype "Energy Skills Passport" that will allow training and experience in the area to be recognized across sectors. Image Courtesy: Popular Science The launch of the 'Skills Passport', a commitment in both the North Sea Transition Agreement and the Offshore Wind Sector Agreement, between industry and the UK government has taken place. Passport aims to show employees and employers how they can recognize skills and competencies in sectors such as oil gas and offshore wind. The ability for workers to move easily across all parts of the energy mix, from jobs in the oil and gas sector to specialist roles in wind and other energy transition sectors, would save the UK energy industry UK energy industry UK energy industry and help spread and accelerate the transition process.  “We are committed to make the transition easier for workers in the energy sector moving into renewable energy,” said Jane Cooper, Chi

For the UK to achieve a "just and fair" energy transition by 2030, there must be immediate political alignment.

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  The UK will not be able to achieve a "just and fair" energy transition by 2030, according to a new report from Robert Gordon University (RGU), unless there is immediate political alignment to support supply chain investments, jobs in the offshore energy industry, and the economic contribution of the workforce. Image Courtesy: RGU The “Delivering our Energy Future” report dissected north of 6,560 pathways for the UK offshore energy industry between now and 2030, of which, less than 15 or <0.3% meet the "just and fair" progress standards. It is presumed that the UK and Scottish political choices, rather than energy market economics , will identify the size of the supply chain and workforce.  To take note, the United Nations' definition of a "just and fair" change signifies:  "Guaranteeing that nobody is abandoned in the progress to low carbon and ecologically manageable economies and social orders". As per RGU, even these limited situation

How to Save Money? A Practical Guide

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Watch the pennies, and the dollar will take care of itself! Chances are you heard this line but let it slip away. High inflation and the increased cost of living have most of us worried about spending. Small purchases won't make a difference anyway, right? You probably think the same as the majority. However, the smart ones know that saving small leads to bigger savings.  Here's how to turn small saving habits into significant savings over the years.  Sell the Stuff You Don't Need:  If you haven't used it in a year, you probably will never use it again. However, you can sell the guitar you still need to learn, the dress from your prom night, or the heaps of unused tools lying around online to make extra cash.  Keep an eye on the Discounts, Promotions & Coupons:  Promotions & discounts are a great way to save money. Be on the lookout for online and in-store deals. You can subscribe to online platforms to maximize your savings.  Limit your Energy Bills:  Energy ha