Research to support the development of a Green Deal Competency Framework

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Posted on: 7 March 2012
By: mackene
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New research, commissioned by the Green Deal Skills Alliance (GDSA), a collaboration between Asset Skills, SummitSkills and CITB-ConstructionSkills, argues the challenge to train the built environment workforce and its learning providers for Green Deal launch this autumn is immense. The study surveyed more than 400 employers and training providers from the energy assessment, advice and construction sectors in England, Wales and Scotland, gathering views on the skills and knowledge needed to deliver the Green Deal, the government’s flagship policy for energy efficiency. Despite citing challenges in preparing industry, the report claims SMEs will be able to profit from the scheme. While most employers thought larger firms were more likely to dominate the market, they also believed real opportunities would be created for SMEs to win work through subcontracting for larger firms. Respondents also indicated the initiative had the potential to boost firms’ turnover by up to 20% and that nearly a third of the workforce did have the basic skills needed to deliver the scheme. However, there were concerns that the workforce lacked knowledge in areas such as building fabrics and the impact energy efficiency measures have on different types of buildings. Improving the skills of the workforce was still an urgent priority to ensure the Green Deal’s success.

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