A labor shortage is hurting the #AI revolution

Labor Shortages in Electrification - US data center builders are experiencing delays due to labor shortages [1] - German heat pump customers face installation wait times twice as long as French customers [1] - UK utilities are struggling with a backlog of solar panel installations [1] - The electrification industry faces a major global shortfall in labor [1] Skills and Compensation - The required skills for many electrification jobs don't necessarily require a university engineering degree, but rather mechanical skills, plumbing skills, and safe roofing practices [2][3] - Engineering talent has shifted towards the tech industry due to "sexy companies" and higher pay [3] - Electrification companies are facing the challenge of matching tech industry salaries to attract talent [3] Impact and Focus - Labor shortages in the electrification industry are impacting the green energy transition and the AI revolution [4] - Addressing labor shortages is crucial for turning things around in the electrification sector [4]