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UAE Net Zero push could create 200,000 jobs, TAQA targets young Emiratis

Abu Dhabi: As the UAE marks International Youth Day, TAQA Transmission is placing youth development at the centre of its workforce strategy, in step with Abu Dhabi's Economic Vision 2030 and the UAE's Net Zero 2050 ambitions. As the company invests in grid resilience, smart networks and next-generation infrastructure, it is also investing in the young Emiratis who will run them. Sign up for our…

UAE Net Zero push could create 200,000 jobs, TAQA targets young Emiratis

As Abu Dhabi commemorates International Youth Day, TAQA Transmission is placing emphasis on youth development within its workforce strategy. In line with the UAE's Net Zero 2050 ambitions and Abu Dhabi's Economic Vision 2030, the company is investing in young Emiratis to lead and operate advanced technology infrastructure.

Bader Al Hammadi, Chief Corporate Services Officer at TAQA Transmission, explained how the company prepares young Emiratis for the future. The company approaches this by nurturing a workforce with future-ready skills, technical expertise, and digital capabilities. Through initiatives such as the ETLAQ Programme, TAQA Transmission empowers the next generation of Emirati leaders with the tools and mentorship needed for the energy transition.

The UAE's Net Zero 2050 Strategic Initiative is expected to create over 200,000 job opportunities, with more than 50,000 green jobs anticipated by 2030. TAQA Transmission sits at the center of this transition, offering young Emirati talent a platform to work on national projects and build real operational credibility. The energy and utilities sector provides young Emiratis with hands-on exposure to cutting-edge technologies and critical roles in realizing the UAE's sustainability objectives.

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