Motivation and central research question
The global energy transition requires a massive re-thinking of the ways we generate, consume, and transform energy. To achieve the set climate targets of the European Union of 100% emission reductions in 2045-2050 [1], heavy electrification, combined with a significant expansion of variable renewable energy sources (vRES) is required. However, the...
The transformation of Germany's energy system to renewable sources demands a diverse and expanding workforce specialized in wind and PV installations, infrastructure expansion (electricity, heating, hydrogen grids), and building renovations. This need arises as workers retire, leading to declining employment [1]. While literature highlights job gains from renewable energy, Germany faces the...