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Where there are skills, there’s a way 
The UK is turning its attention to up-skilling and retraining its workforce to meet the needs of its rapidly growing offshore wind market. New electrical engineering and mechanics courses, health and safety training, and wind turbine technician apprenticeships are all part of the region’s drive to attract inward investment into its offshore wind sector. | Renewables have a “price dampening effect,” claims juwi
In a country such as Germany, which is a market leader in clean power, renewable energy actually decreases electricity prices, says renewable energy developer, juwi. The company forecasts a positive year ahead for the company with the creation of 500 jobs and a turnover of over €1 billion. | Wind High O&M costs roadblocks to wind energy services market UK
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