Canada keeps talking about reaching a net-zero future, but without enough trained workers, those goals won’t become a reality. Right now, the country doesn’t have enough people with the skills needed for clean-energy jobs.
That’s why Humber Polytechnic’s new School of Clean Energy is so important. It will train the next generation of workers and help Canada move forward with its clean-energy plans.
Canada has been short on trained workers in renewable energy, electrification, nuclear power, batteries, and smart-grid technology. Reports show the demand for clean-energy talent is growing faster than the training available, which slows progress on climate goals.
Humber’s new School of Clean Energy helps close that gap by giving students the skills needed for these fast-growing fields.
The School of Clean Energy is designed for the industries that are growing right now. Students will learn about nuclear energy, wind and solar power, electrical systems, energy storage, modern power grids, and even AI tools that help manage energy in cities. These skills match what the industry needs today.
These aren’t future jobs, they’re jobs that already exist. Companies across Ontario and Canada need trained workers now, and the demand for these skills is expected to grow even more over the next decade.
Humber is collaborating with major industry partners. For example, it has a formal partnership with Siemens Canada to operate a “Sustainable Microgrid and Renewable Technology (SMART) Lab” at Humber’s North Campus, a real-world lab where students interact with solar panels, battery storage, electric‑vehicle chargers, and smart‑grid systems.
Humber has also signed an agreement with the Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) to help build the workforce needed for nuclear‑energy projects across Canada.
Humber isn’t new to this work. It has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for ten years, and its North Campus already acts as a “living lab” where students use real buildings and systems to solve energy problems.
The new School of Clean Energy builds on this hands-on approach, giving students even more practical, industry-focused learning experiences.
This isn’t just good for Humber, it’s good for Canada. To reach climate goals, modernize energy systems, and handle extreme weather, the country needs thousands more skilled workers. Humber is helping train them.
The Canadian government is funding support training and upskilling in clean-energy and low-carbon jobs. For instance, a recent federal announcement pledged millions to retrain thousands of workers in AI and energy sector roles to meet the low-carbon transition.
