A study by researchers from the University of Groningen and other institutions examines the employment and skill level requirements for a post-carbon Europe transitioning to 100% renewable energy. Using a multiregional input-output model, the study compares a 100% renewables scenario with a reference scenario based on 2015 energy and climate commitments. The results show that the transition to 100% renewables would significantly increase labor demand in the EU, particularly in construction and manufacturing sectors. However, the largest gap in labor availability is in low-skilled labor. The study highlights that the transition would increase demand for medium- and high-skilled labor, but there is a risk of labor shortages in low-skilled sectors. The study also finds that the labor intensity of renewable energy generation could affect productivity and economic growth. The analysis shows that the transition would have different impacts on employment depending on the region and sector. The study emphasizes the need for policies to address potential labor shortages and ensure the transition is socially and economically viable. The results are presented for the period 2015–2050, with a focus on the EU27 and the UK. The study also considers the impact of changes in international trade on employment, both domestically and abroad. The findings suggest that the transition to 100% renewables would require significant investment in new electricity generation capacities, which would have a major impact on employment and skill requirements. The study concludes that the transition to 100% renewables would require a shift in labor demand, with a focus on high-skilled labor and the need for education and training to meet the new demands. The study also highlights the importance of considering the global supply chain and the potential for labor shortages in certain regions. The results show that the transition would have different impacts on employment depending on the region and sector, with the largest increases in employment in the EU27 + UK, followed by Asia, Australia, and Latin America. The study also finds that the transition would have a significant impact on the labor market, with a need for new skills and training to support the transition. The study emphasizes the importance of policies to ensure that the transition is socially and economically viable, with a focus on addressing potential labor shortages and ensuring that the transition is equitable and sustainable.A study by researchers from the University of Groningen and other institutions examines the employment and skill level requirements for a post-carbon Europe transitioning to 100% renewable energy. Using a multiregional input-output model, the study compares a 100% renewables scenario with a reference scenario based on 2015 energy and climate commitments. The results show that the transition to 100% renewables would significantly increase labor demand in the EU, particularly in construction and manufacturing sectors. However, the largest gap in labor availability is in low-skilled labor. The study highlights that the transition would increase demand for medium- and high-skilled labor, but there is a risk of labor shortages in low-skilled sectors. The study also finds that the labor intensity of renewable energy generation could affect productivity and economic growth. The analysis shows that the transition would have different impacts on employment depending on the region and sector. The study emphasizes the need for policies to address potential labor shortages and ensure the transition is socially and economically viable. The results are presented for the period 2015–2050, with a focus on the EU27 and the UK. The study also considers the impact of changes in international trade on employment, both domestically and abroad. The findings suggest that the transition to 100% renewables would require significant investment in new electricity generation capacities, which would have a major impact on employment and skill requirements. The study concludes that the transition to 100% renewables would require a shift in labor demand, with a focus on high-skilled labor and the need for education and training to meet the new demands. The study also highlights the importance of considering the global supply chain and the potential for labor shortages in certain regions. The results show that the transition would have different impacts on employment depending on the region and sector, with the largest increases in employment in the EU27 + UK, followed by Asia, Australia, and Latin America. The study also finds that the transition would have a significant impact on the labor market, with a need for new skills and training to support the transition. The study emphasizes the importance of policies to ensure that the transition is socially and economically viable, with a focus on addressing potential labor shortages and ensuring that the transition is equitable and sustainable.