Net Zero Skills Charter: North West outlines plan for 660,000-strong low carbon workforce

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Employers and universities will work together to fill skills gaps to ensure a just transition to net zero. Credit: Net Zero North West
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Employers and universities will work together to fill skills gaps to ensure a just transition to net zero. Credit: Net Zero North West

Businesses, universities, and policymakers unite to help prepare workforce and young people for jobs of tomorrow

A 'Net Zero Skills Charter' and action plan will outline how the North West can build a 660,000-strong low carbon workforce, as part of the UK's first regional skills plan. The initiative, which was...

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