In 2023, Germany led in energy sector employment with 284,000 employees. Italy and South Korea followed, with 88,500 and 79,700 employees, respectively. Germany's workforce saw a slight decrease of 0.55%, while Italy saw a more significant drop of 1.86%. South Korea experienced minimal change at -0.075%. The Netherlands maintained its workforce level. Conversely, Slovakia experienced the most significant reduction, with a 2.93% decrease in employment. Over the five-year period ending in 2023, the compound annual growth rate for these countries reflects various stabilization and decline patterns depending on regional energy strategies.
Future trends will likely be shaped by shifts towards renewable energy sources and technological advances in energy production. Countries may invest in reskilling programs to equip their workforce for emerging green technologies, while automation could moderate employment changes by creating more efficient processes. Additionally, geopolitical developments and regulatory frameworks could heavily influence employment dynamics in the energy sector globally.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Energy-producing Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 284 | 2023 | -0.35% | -0.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 88.5 | 2023 | -1.99% | -1.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 79.7 | 2023 | -0.25% | -0.075% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 49.08 | 2023 | -2.2% | -1.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 35 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 34 | 2023 | 0% | +0.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 29.13 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 22.7 | 2023 | -0.44% | -0.088% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 19.9 | 2023 | -2.71% | -2.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 14.3 | 2023 | -0.69% | -0.95% | View data |
