Energy Transition

Jobs in renewable energy are growing in the US – here are the highlights

In 2021, renewable energy jobs accounted for around 40% of total energy jobs. Image: Unsplash/American Public Power Association

Victoria Masterson
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The renewable energy job growth in hybrid and electric car making in the US was not slowed by COVID-19.
The renewable energy job growth in hybrid and electric car making in the US was not slowed by COVID-19. Image: U.S Department of Energy

Solar saw significant growth among renewable energy jobs in 2021.
Solar saw significant growth among renewable energy jobs in 2021. Image: U.S Department of Energy

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