Ameresco’s New Empowered Futures: 2024 Clean Energy Career Report Reveals Gen Z and Millennial Demand for Impact-Driven Careers
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) released its inaugural Empowered Futures: 2024 Clean Energy Career Report, revealing that 88% of Millennials and Gen Z prioritize values-driven work in their careers. The study found that while 74% of young workers believe developing clean energy skills would not be difficult, over 50% mistakenly think engineering or science degrees are required for the sector. Despite misconceptions, more than 80% view clean energy as a good career path. The report highlights that clean energy jobs are growing at twice the rate of overall U.S. employment, with salaries averaging 25% higher than the national median.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) ha pubblicato il suo primo rapporto Empowered Futures: 2024 Clean Energy Career Report, rivelando che l'88% dei Millennials e della Gen Z dà priorità a un lavoro guidato dai valori nella propria carriera. Lo studio ha mostrato che, mentre il 74% dei giovani lavoratori crede che sviluppare competenze nell'energia pulita non sarebbe difficile, oltre il 50% pensa erroneamente che siano necessari lauree in ingegneria o scienze per il settore. Nonostante i fraintendimenti, più di l'80% vede l'energia pulita come una buona carriera. Il rapporto evidenzia che i posti di lavoro nel settore dell'energia pulita stanno crescendo a un ritmo doppio rispetto all'occupazione complessiva negli Stati Uniti, con stipendi medi superiori del 25% rispetto alla mediana nazionale.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) lanzó su informe inaugural Empowered Futures: 2024 Clean Energy Career Report, revelando que el 88% de los Millennials y la Generación Z priorizan el trabajo basado en valores en sus carreras. El estudio encontró que, mientras que el 74% de los jóvenes trabajadores creen que desarrollar habilidades en energía limpia no sería difícil, más de el 50% piensa erróneamente que se requieren títulos en ingeniería o ciencias para el sector. A pesar de los conceptos erróneos, más de el 80% ven la energía limpia como un buen camino profesional. El informe destaca que los empleos en energía limpia están creciendo al doble de la tasa de empleo general en EE. UU., con salarios que promedian un 25% más altos que la mediana nacional.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC)는 최초의 Empowered Futures: 2024 Clean Energy Career Report를 발표하며 88%의 밀레니얼과 Z세대가 자신의 경력에서 가치 중심의 일을 우선시한다는 사실을 밝혔습니다. 이 연구에 따르면, 74%의 젊은 근로자는 청정 에너지 기술을 개발하는 것이 어렵지 않다고 믿지만, 50% 이상은 이 분야에 공학 또는 과학 학위가 필요하다고 잘못 생각하고 있습니다. 오해에도 불구하고, 80% 이상이 청정 에너지를 좋은 직업 경로로 보고 있습니다. 보고서는 청정 에너지 일자리가 미국 전체 고용의 두 배 속도로 증가하고 있으며, 평균 급여가 국가 중위 소득보다 25% 높다고 강조합니다.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) a publié son premier rapport Empowered Futures: 2024 Clean Energy Career Report, révélant que 88% des Millennials et de la Génération Z privilégient un travail axé sur des valeurs dans leur carrière. L'étude a révélé que, bien que 74% des jeunes travailleurs croient qu'il ne serait pas difficile de développer des compétences en énergie propre, plus de 50% pensent à tort que des diplômes en ingénierie ou en sciences sont requis pour le secteur. Malgré ces idées fausses, plus de 80% considèrent l'énergie propre comme un bon chemin de carrière. Le rapport souligne que les emplois dans le secteur de l'énergie propre croissent deux fois plus vite que l'emploi global aux États-Unis, avec des salaires moyens 25% supérieurs à la médiane nationale.
Ameresco (NYSE: AMRC) hat seinen ersten Bericht „Empowered Futures: 2024 Clean Energy Career Report“ veröffentlicht, der zeigt, dass 88% der Millennials und der Generation Z wertorientierte Arbeit in ihrer Karriere priorisieren. Die Studie ergab, dass 74% der jungen Arbeitnehmer glauben, dass die Entwicklung von Fähigkeiten im Bereich der sauberen Energie nicht schwierig ist, während über 50% fälschlicherweise denken, dass für den Sektor Abschlüsse in Ingenieurwesen oder Wissenschaft erforderlich sind. Trotz von Missverständnissen sehen mehr als 80% saubere Energie als einen guten Karriereweg. Der Bericht hebt hervor, dass Arbeitsplätze im Bereich der sauberen Energie doppelt so schnell wachsen wie die Gesamtbeschäftigung in den USA, mit einem durchschnittlichen Gehalt, das 25% über dem nationalen Median liegt.
- Clean energy jobs growing at twice the rate of overall U.S. employment
- Industry salaries averaging 25% higher than national median
- Strong interest from potential workforce with 80% viewing clean energy as good career path
- Industry facing shortage of skilled workers
- Widespread misconceptions about job requirements limiting potential talent pool
Nearly 9 in 10 young workers say aligning their careers with their values is essential, but potential roadblocks could keep them from joining the renewable energy industry
Key Findings
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Demand for Impact:
88% of young workers say their careers need to align with their values. -
Misconceptions Persist: Over half of respondents believe they need an engineering (
55% ) or science degree (54% ) to pursue a career in clean energy, highlighting a need for better education on the diverse roles within the sector. -
Confusion About Clean Energy: When asked what comes to mind first about clean energy jobs,
23% mentioned types of energy,22% mentioned employment,20% mentioned the environment, and8% mentioned cleaning—revealing a lack of understanding of what clean energy careers truly involve. -
Ready for Clean Energy:
74% of Millennials and Gen Z say developing skills for a clean energy career would not be difficult.
This report comes at a pivotal moment for the clean energy sector, which is experiencing rapid growth. According to the Department of Energy, jobs in clean energy grew more than twice the rate of overall
Clear Demand for Impact, Yet Barriers Remain
Despite this clear demand for meaningful work, the survey reveals widespread misconceptions about the qualifications needed for clean energy careers.
More than
"This report highlights how clean energy careers can serve as the ultimate motivator for today’s ‘impact generations’ — offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our communities and our planet," said Lenka Patten, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Ameresco. "However, we need to clarify the pathways into this industry and break down misconceptions to build the diverse workforce required to achieve our sustainability goals."
Clean Energy: A Sector Ready for Talent
The Empowered Futures: 2024 Clean Energy Career Report also found that the majority of Millennials and Gen Z feel positive about the prospect of working in the clean energy sector. More than
Ameresco remains committed to empowering the next generation of clean energy leaders by providing education and opportunities for impactful careers. The sector not only offers competitive wages but also serves as a platform for young professionals to contribute to solving pressing environmental challenges.
Methodology
Ameresco partnered with Regina Corso Consulting to conduct an online survey targeting Millennials and Gen Z in the
Download the Full Report
To access the complete findings of Ameresco's Empowered Futures: 2024 Clean Energy Career Report, visit [https://www.ameresco.com/empowered-futures-2024-clean-energy-careers-report].
About Ameresco, Inc.
Founded in 2000, Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes solutions that help customers reduce costs, decarbonize to net zero, and build energy resiliency while leveraging smart, connected technologies. From implementing energy efficiency and infrastructure upgrades to developing, constructing, and operating distributed energy resources – we are a trusted sustainability partner. Ameresco has successfully completed energy saving, environmentally responsible projects with Federal, state and local governments, utilities, healthcare and educational institutions, housing authorities, and commercial and industrial customers. With its corporate headquarters in
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