Panel Discussion: How do we address the upcoming skills gap in EV charging installation?

Synopsis

• Understanding the critical skills gap in the EV industry, with a projected shortfall of 25,100 EV-trained technicians by 2030, and its impact on the deployment and maintenance of charging infrastructure.
• Outlining the role of government initiatives, like the proposed green jobs programme, and educational reforms in cultivating a skilled workforce capable of supporting the EV charging infrastructure’s growth.
• How collaboration between the government, educational institutions, and the EV sector to develop courses and apprenticeships can ensure a just transition to green jobs.