Renewable Energy Jobs Surge to 16.2 Million in 2023

The latest ILO and IRENA report reveals that global renewable energy jobs surged by 18% in 2023, reaching 16.2 million jobs, led by the solar PV sector. China accounts for nearly half of all jobs in renewables, followed by the EU, Brazil, the US, and India. While Southeast Asia has emerged as a major export hub for solar components, the report underscores the need for diversified growth globally, emphasizing that renewable job expansion supports a sustainable, energy-efficient future across regions.