Brazil Employs Over 1 Million People in Solar and Wind Energy, Second Only to China

Written by Valdemar Medeiros

Published on 12/10/2020 at 10:12

Updated on 12/10/2020 at 12:00

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Solar And Wind Energy Continue To Bring Socioeconomic Benefits By Creating Several Jobs In Brazil, Ranking Just Behind China

According to the latest data released today by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the seventh edition of Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review shows that jobs in the solar and wind energy sector reached 11.5 million globally last year, led by solar photovoltaics with about 3.8 million jobs in China and 1.2 million in Brazil.

Growth Of Job Openings In The Renewable Energy Sector In Brazil

The IRENA annual job review confirms the long-term growth trend in Brazil and China; strong political action is essential to ensure the continued expansion of employment in the COVID-19 era.

“The adoption of renewable energies in various countries like Brazil and China generates jobs and can increase local income in developed and developing energy markets,” said IRENA Director-General Francesco La Camera.

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Solar And Wind Energy On The Rise

Jobs in biofuels closely followed solar photovoltaics, with wind energy reaching 2.5 million. Many of these jobs are in the agricultural supply chain, especially in countries like Brazil, Colombia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand, with labor-intensive operations.

Other major employers in the renewable energy sector are hydropower and wind industries, with about 2 million in China and 1.2 million jobs in Brazil, respectively.

Renewable jobs have shown more inclusion and a better gender balance than fossil fuels. The report highlights that women hold 32 percent of the total renewable jobs, compared to 21 percent in fossil fuel sectors.

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