Strategy of the Sectoral Council for Competences in the Renewable Energy Sector (OZE)

The Sectoral Council for Competences in the Renewable Energy sector (OZE) plays a key role in shaping and developing professional competences in the field of renewable energy sources. Its main goal is to monitor labor market needs, adapt the education system to sector requirements, and support initiatives for vocational training and professional development.

Council activities aim to provide the industry with qualified specialists who will be able to meet the challenges arising from the energy transition and the introduction of innovative technologies.

Foundations of the Council’s operation and funding

The Council operates based on national and EU regulations concerning the labor market and vocational education, cooperating with public administration, universities, vocational schools, companies from the OZE sector, and industry organizations. Its activities are funded from public and private sources as well as EU funds supporting competence development and innovation in the renewable energy sector.

EU and national context

The development of the OZE sector in Poland is part of the broader energy transition strategy of the European Union. Key documents and regulations such as the European Green Deal, Fit for 55, and the national Energy Policy until 2040 set directions where adapting professional competences to labor market demands and developing modern technologies play a crucial role.

Role and main focus areas of the OZE Competence Council

The Council focuses its efforts on monitoring and supporting the development of competences in key technologies of the OZE sector, such as:

• Hydrogen technologies
• Energy storage
• Photovoltaics
• Wind technologies
• Biogas plants
• Geothermal energy
• Innovative technologies and AI in energy
• EV charging stations and hydrogen charging stations
• Cable pooling
• Carbon footprint
• Synthetic fuels
• Alternative energy, including zero-emission power plants and nuclear energy
• Biomass

Strategic goals

• Monitoring and analyzing the labor market
• Adapting the education system to sector needs
• Supporting the development of staff and professional qualifications
• Promoting innovation and new technologies
• Strengthening cross-sector cooperation

Action plan for 2024-2029

• Competence analysis of the OZE sector
• Organizing workshops and educational activities
• Implementing new training programs
• Monitoring and evaluating implemented actions

The Strategy of the Sectoral Council for Competences in the Renewable Energy sector forms the foundation for human resource development in the renewable energy industry. Its implementation will allow for effective adaptation of professional competences to dynamically changing technological and market requirements. Consequently, this will contribute to increasing the competitiveness of the Polish economy and strengthening Poland’s position in the renewable energy market in Europe.