The total number of researchers in the Electricity, Gas, Steam and Air Conditioning Supply; Water Collection, Treatment and Supply sectors in the UK is projected to decrease steadily from 2024 to 2028. The forecast indicates a continual decline from 74.57 in 2024 to 40.85 by 2028, reflecting a downward trend in researcher employment in these industries. This represents an approximate annual compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of a significant decrease over these years.

Future trends to watch for include:

Adoption of automation and advanced technologies, potentially reducing the need for researchers.
Policy changes or investments in renewable energy sources might alter the forecast.
Brexit's long-term impact on industry-specific research jobs and investments.