I'm no expert in the EV sector but, overall, the EV transition will reshape the auto industry workforce. While some jobs will be lost, new opportunities will arise. The key lies in providing training to equip workers with the necessary skills and ensuring fair compensation and working conditions in this evolving landscape. This article certainly provides insight with other points-of-reference.
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Laid-off workers in the Southeast have a new option. As #electricvehicle battery plants rise in the region, they’re accompanied by good jobs, and these jobs are better paying than any of the previous textile or furniture industry positions from years past. #EVbattery plants are reinvigorating areas left destitute by factory closings, to the point that the region has a new nickname: the Battery Belt. It’s a designation for a geographic manufacturing sector that is becoming the core for the domestic #cleantech supply chain. Several multi-billion dollar battery and battery component factories have opened or been announced in #Georgia, #Kentucky, #NorthCarolina, #SouthCarolina, #Tennessee, and #Virginia. The growth of the battery industry isn’t happening in a vacuum, though. To realise the economic, environmental, and social opportunities that come with building a strong #EVbattery industry, Biden-Harris administration policies have been explicitly designed to return manufacturing and technology research, development, and production to the #US. To spur growth, the administration launched the American Battery Materials Initiativealongside $2.8 billion in grants from #DOE to build out the battery mineral and material supply chain. Yet it’s not only blue states that are benefiting from these #Democratic-led efforts. A whole bunch of these Battery Belt jobs are opening up in #Republican-leaning states. The #InflationReductionAct (IRA) brings with it investments expected to exceed $80 billion and create 49,000 new jobs across the US. The Southeast will receive 49.4% of the total 77 EV battery and associated industry projects. The Southeast US has been an automotive manufacturing site since the 1990s, although historically, the majority of EV batteries have been manufactured in Asia. That is changing. One example is Toyota’s first EV battery factory in Liberty, North Carolina. With the estimated cost of $14 billion, it should employ around 6,000 people and is expected to be operational in 2025. The Toyota Battery Manufacturing, North Carolina (#TBMNC) is set to advance Toyota’s strategy to reduce #carbonemissions through hybrid and battery electric vehicles, according to a company press release. The jobs will reflect trends for the future: training for jobs at #Toyota, as reported by #NPR, takes place in simulated clean rooms. Maximum lifting = 33 pounds. Precision automation. Ability to manipulate robotics and assistatory (ph) tools. The evolution of US-based manufacturing shifts the balance of power and offers new opportunities in states ready to provide ample utilities, labor, and raw materials needed for production purposes. Why is the US Southeast so well-suited for battery manufacturing?
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I recall a study where people were shifted from a 7-day week to a 10-day week - after all more working days = more factory output, right? Wrong! Over time the output dropped severely as people seemed to be wired to a 7-day rotation. Well, seems batteries can benefit from a "rest" as well, to maintain maximum efficiency. #batterytechnology #batterylife #lowcarbon https://lnkd.in/gMxRVaRp
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Korean battery makers cut U.S. jobs as EV demand declines 14 Nov. 2023 orean battery makers are laying off hundreds of workers from their U.S. plants as part of efforts to cut production amid faltering demand for electric vehicles (EVs). LG Energy Solution will cut 170 workers from its plant in Holland, Michigan, as its client automakers scramble to cut EV production, the company said Tuesday. “The layoffs will occur in phases. Around 170 production team members will be laid off between December 2023 and January next year,” said a spokesperson for LG Energy Solution. “The Michigan plant is transitioning and retooling some production lines from our current production facility to our second factory within our Holland site.” The expansion project for the second facility in Michigan facility is well underway, LG Energy Solution added. LG's Michigan plant has a total of 1,500 workers. It has 5 gigawatt-hours of production capacity and supplies batteries to global automakers including General Motors (GM). “The layoffs will occur in phases. Around 170 production team members will be laid off between December 2023 and January next year,” said a spokesperson for LG Energy Solution. “The Michigan plant is transitioning and retooling some production lines from our current production facility to our second factory within our Holland site.” The expansion project for the second facility in Michigan facility is well underway, LG Energy Solution added. LG's Michigan plant has a total of 1,500 workers. It has 5 gigawatt-hours of production capacity and supplies batteries to global automakers including General Motors (GM). SK On laid off an undisclosed number of employees from the same plant back in September. That round is likely to have impacted fewer than 500 employees, as U.S. law requires firms to make regulatory filings if they reduce their workforce by more than 500.
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Fuel efficiency laws shake up the automotive manufacturing sector! 🚗 Job managers strategise for compliance while job seekers eye emerging roles in electric vehicles and emissions tech. Adaptability is key in this industry's evolution. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dDZx2VmK #AutomotiveTrends #JobMarketShift
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The electric vehicle (EV) sector is undergoing a significant transformation, reshaping not only the automotive industry, but also its ancillary sectors. This shift brings forth a myriad of opportunities and challenges, particularly in the realm of workforce dynamics spanning manufacturing, distribution, and service provision. In the current competitive labor landscape, companies are exploring diverse employment models, ranging from traditional full-time positions to local contract, temporary, and gig arrangements. While this strategy is not uncommon, it introduces additional layers of risk and legal complexities. Gain deeper insights into how the EV revolution is influencing workforce dynamics by exploring TRS's latest article, "How the electric vehicle revolution is changing the workforce dynamics". We delve into the nuances and implications shaping the industry's employment landscape. https://bit.ly/3TdsIPG #trswfs #contingentworkforce #misclassification
Accelerating Forward - How the Electric Vehicle revolution is changing workforce dynamics
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🚗🔋 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗞 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿'𝘀 𝗘𝗩 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻! 🔌 ⚡ As Labour take office today, here's what the UK drivers needs to know. Details taken from the 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿'𝘀 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 released last year (Link in comments for full details). Labour are keen to demonstrate their commitment to accelerating the UK's transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and driving sustainable growth in our automotive industry. Here's how they plan to make it happen: 🔋 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: - Part-financing new gigafactories through the National Wealth Fund - Simplifying and speeding up planning approvals for critical projects - Creating 80,000 new jobs and powering 2 million electric vehicles 🔌 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘𝗩 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: - Setting binding targets for EV charge point roll-out - Ensuring reliable charging coverage across the UK by unlocking existing funds - Removing planning barriers to expedite infrastructure projects - Enhancing grid capacity for better EV charging support 🎓 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗩 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲: - Replacing the Apprenticeship Levy with a flexible Growth and Skills Levy - Supporting colleges to specialise in EV technical skills - Establishing Skills England to meet future workforce needs 📊 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀: - Introducing an EV Confident labelling requirement for new electric vehicles - Implementing a standardised battery health certification scheme for used EVs - Setting quality standards for charging app information Regardless of political views, I sincerely hope Labour can help the UK lead the global shift to zero-emission vehicles and create a thriving green economy for us all! 🌍🚗 #ElectricVehicles #EV #AutomotiveIndustry #SustainableFuture #Innovation #GreenEconomy #SkillsDevelopment #EVInfrastructure #BatteryManufacturing #ZeroEmissions #UKManufacturing
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🚌Need an example of how electrifying our school bus fleets helps build new manufacturing capacity and jobs in the clean economy? Thanks to a new nearly $80 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the Blue Bird Corporation will be doing just that — converting an existing plant in Georgia to produce zero emissions buses! Kudos to CEO Phil Horlock, President Britton Smith, Director of Electrification Andy Moore and team! ⚡️ Bird Body Company intends to convert a prior Internal Combustion Engine ("ICE") vehicle manufacturing location to a new 600,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility for the production of zero-emission electric school buses while focusing on the education and training of its current and future workforce. 🛠️This project will integrate automotive related suppliers in the area into the EV production vertical and boost the domestic supply chain of EV components. Also, Blue Bird will work with a local full-service design-build construction firm, providing an additional investment in the construction workforce in Middle Georgia. 👷♀️Blue Bird projects adding more than 400 new, high-paying, and highly skilled jobs; upskilling the current workforce in partnership with the USW in electric vehicle technology. Blue Bird is also committed to providing a robust Community Benefits Plan that includes training partnerships with regional high schools to create a local talent pipeline and investments in childcare to help working parents. ⬇️ See here for more details: https://lnkd.in/emTPHuec
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The electric vehicle (EV) sector is undergoing a significant transformation, reshaping not only the automotive industry but also its ancillary sectors. This shift brings forth a myriad of opportunities and challenges, particularly in the realm of workforce dynamics spanning manufacturing, distribution, and service provision. In the current competitive labor landscape, companies are exploring diverse employment models, ranging from traditional full-time positions to local contract, temporary, and gig arrangements. While this strategy is not uncommon, it introduces additional layers of risk and legal complexities. Gain deeper insights into how the EV revolution is influencing workforce dynamics by exploring TRS's latest article, "How the electric vehicle revolution is changing the workforce dynamics?" We delve into the nuances and implications shaping the industry's employment landscape. https://bit.ly/3TdsIPG
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As Australia accelerates its transition to electric vehicles (EVs), a critical challenge has emerged: a significant shortage of qualified EV technicians. A recent report by Deloitte and the Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) reveals that just 41% of advertised roles for EV technicians were filled last year, highlighting a growing gap in the skilled workforce needed to support this shift. This shortage is not just a temporary hiccup; it's a looming crisis that could hinder Australia's EV transition. With over 180,000 electric vehicles already on the roads and sales surging, the demand for skilled EV mechanics far outstrips supply. This gap threatens to slow down the adoption of cleaner, more efficient vehicles, at a time when moving away from internal combustion engines is more critical than ever for our environment and economy. Addressing this issue requires a multi-faceted approach. The government's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard aims to reduce carbon emissions and encourage EV uptake, but it must be accompanied by a robust plan to skill, train, and retain workers in the EV technician field. This includes revising educational curriculums to include EV technology, offering incentives for training programs, and potentially easing visa restrictions for skilled overseas workers to fill the immediate gap. Furthermore, partnerships between the government, educational institutions, and the automotive industry are crucial for developing a sustainable pipeline of skilled workers. By investing in the future workforce, we can ensure that the transition to electric vehicles is smooth and that the automotive industry is prepared to meet the demands of a greener future. At Share EV, we understand the importance of supporting the EV ecosystem as a whole, including the critical role of skilled technicians. We're committed to advocating for solutions that address these challenges and ensure that the transition to electric mobility is successful for all Australians. #EVTransition #SkilledWorkforce #ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #ShareEV
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Empowering Ontario's Workforce: The Imperative for Training Electric Vehicle (EV) Manufacturing and Maintenance Operators As the world accelerates towards a greener future, Canada and particularly Ontario stand at the vanguard of the EV transformation. Ontario is committed to reducing carbon emissions, fostering sustainable transportation solutions, and becoming a manufacturing EV hub. Therefore, it is imperative prioritizing the training and education of EV Manufacturing and Maintenance operators. A Partnership among Academia, Industry, and Government is required to complete the EV Transformation which has seen more than $30 billion in new investments since 2020. The partners' capabilities: · Academia educates highly skilled and creative people through state-of-the-art equipment, labs, simulations, and hands on education. · Industry partners bring operational excellence, innovation and latest industry needs. · Local governments support sustainable growth and economic development. Positioning Ontario: The Government of Ontario is working hard to “position Ontario as a North American hub for developing and building the car of the future through emerging technologies and advanced manufacturing processes” (Driving Prosperity, 2022 pg .3). Ontario would like to lead in the production of EV and EV battery manufacturing. This initiative requires highly skilled workers. Meeting Industry Demand: The demand for EV is surging, with major automakers committing to electrifying their fleets. As production ramps up, there is a pressing need for skilled workers who can manufacture and assemble EVs efficiently and maintain the fleets. Driving Innovation: EVs represent a paradigm shift in automotive technology, requiring innovative approaches to manufacturing and maintenance. Ensuring Safety and Reliability: Proper training can help mitigate risks and prevent accidents, safeguarding both workers and consumers. Supporting Economic Growth: The transition to electric vehicles presents significant economic opportunities for Ontario, from job creation to the expansion of the green economy. Addressing Climate Change: Perhaps most importantly, the widespread adoption of electric vehicles is essential for mitigating the impacts of climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector. In conclusion, the importance of training and educating manufacturing and maintenance operators for EV cannot be overstated. Academia, Industry, and Local Governments have a unique opportunity to lead the way in preparing the workforce for the electric vehicle transformation, driving innovation, supporting economic growth, and safeguarding the environment. #partnership academia industry and local governments #Electric Vehicle Manufacturing #Electric Vehicle Maintenance
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