NORWAY RENEWABLE ENERGY DEAL TO UNLOCK JOBS ZAMBIANS

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Zambia’s new partnership with Norway on renewable energy is not only about climate goals and energy security—it is also poised to create significant employment opportunities and skills development pathways for Zambians.

The Carbon Feed-In Premium (CFIP) Programme is expected to deliver 300 megawatts of green energy, which will require manpower across construction, engineering, operations, and maintenance.

In a statement Issued by Ministry of Green Economy and Environment Principal Public Relations Officer Harriet Malambo Chimuka said Large-scale renewable projects typically generate thousands of short-term jobs during construction and hundreds of permanent jobs in plant operation, grid management, and technical support.

She underscored that Local contractors, technicians, and service providers stand to benefit from increased demand for labour, equipment, and support services.

The programme will incentivize independent power producers, creating opportunities for Zambians to gain hands-on experience in renewable energy technologies such as solar, wind, and grid modernization.

She added that Collaboration with Norway and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) will expose Zambian professionals to international best practices, enhancing their competitiveness in the global energy labour market.

Training initiatives linked to the programme could strengthen Zambia’s human capital base, producing a new generation of renewable energy engineers, smart grid technicians, and energy efficiency specialists.

“By diversifying Zambia’s energy mix, the programme will stimulate industrial development, creating indirect jobs in manufacturing, logistics, and supply chains.”she said.

The structured market for renewable energy will reduce reliance on informal labour practices, encouraging formal employment contracts, safer working conditions, and better wages.

The initiative aligns with Zambia’s broader labour agenda of decent work, sustainable livelihoods, and inclusive economic growth.

The Zambia–Norway renewable energy partnership is more than a climate deal it is a jobs and skills accelerator.

 By linking finance to verified results, the programme ensures that Zambia’s energy transition also delivers employment, training, and long-term labour market benefits for its citizens.