Recommendation 20

Scotland is in a very strong position compared to many other countries wanting to develop their hydrogen industry, in part because it already has a large relevant skills base in the oil and gas sector that has the potential to be redeployed. The work the UK and Scottish Governments have been doing on skills and jobs for people to work in the hydrogen sector should be applauded, but further progress needs to be made urgently to ensure that Scotland continues to provide vital workers for the low carbon energy industry. The industry needs to take a leading role in working with both governments to identify gaps in the workforce and the skills that are needed as well as deciding how to transition and re-train people.