Panel #3: Workforce Resilience

A sustainable energy transition is only as strong as the workforce and communities that power it. In an era defined by a "world in flux," achieving long-term stability requires a focus on high-quality labor, equitable access, and community-led resilience. Bringing together perspectives from grassroots advocacy, union leadership, and equity-focused policy, speakers will discuss strategies for fostering a "just transition" for workers, bridging the skills gap through innovative training, and ensuring that the benefits of decarbonization reach historically underserved populations. By centering the human element of infrastructure, this discussion highlights how social equity and workforce strength are fundamental to a resilient, innovative, and secure energy future.