The forecast for self-employed people in Japan's electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply sector remains steady at 14,000 jobs from 2024 to 2027, with a slight increase to 15,000 jobs in 2028. In 2023, this figure was also approximately 14,000 jobs. From 2024 to 2027, the year-on-year variation remains 0%. However, a 7.14% increase is expected in 2028 compared to 2027. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is roughly 1.74%, indicating modest growth in this sector.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of technological advancements and policy shifts toward renewable energy, which might affect the demand for self-employed workers. Additionally, demographic changes and urbanization could influence sector dynamics, offering new opportunities or challenges for self-employment.
