The European electric power sector's employment landscape in 2023 shows Germany leading with a 31.49% share, followed by Poland and the United Kingdom at 10.52% and 10.29% respectively. Countries like Hungary saw significant year-on-year growth in employment (13.17%), while countries such as Romania, Spain, Serbia, and Belgium experienced declines. Over the last two years, most countries displayed stable employment figures with modest variations, highlighting a gradual shifting dynamic within Europe's energy workforce.
Future trends to watch include potential employment shifts driven by the transition to renewable energy sources, changes in energy policy, and technological advancements. The continuous alignment with EU climate goals and digital transformation are likely to impact sector employment distribution among European countries.
Top countries in Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Number of Persons Employed Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 31.49 | 2023 | +1.11% | +0.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 10.52 | 2023 | +4.2% | +5.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 10.29 | 2023 | +1.65% | +1.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 6.65 | 2023 | +1.48% | +1.89% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 3.65 | 2023 | -1.5% | -1.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3.27 | 2023 | +11.21% | +13.17% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3.16 | 2023 | -3.35% | -1.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3.03 | 2023 | +2.84% | +2.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2.71 | 2023 | +2.16% | +1.27% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.68 | 2023 | +2.87% | +3.06% | View data |
