Energy

From generation to transmission, Prospect represents the interests of over 22,500 members working across all parts of the energy sector.

Prospect is the UK’s leading energy trade union. We represent a growing membership of more than 22,500 workers across the energy industry.

Our members work in energy generation, transmission, distribution, retail and research roles in all parts of the UK. They are the engineers, managers, and specialists keeping our energy system running and driving us towards a net zero future.

Prospect is a strong advocate for a secure and decarbonised energy system that supports good jobs in all parts of the country. We help our members win a better deal at work and campaign on issues affecting the sector – shaping the national debate on everything from industrial strategy to a just transition.

An established and respected voice for energy workers, Prospect leads the union contribution to the National Health and Safety Advisory Committee and Powering Improvement programme. We work with industry bodies such as RenewableUK, the Energy Networks Association, Nuclear Skills Group, and Nuclear Industry Association.

Paul Clarke: The growth and challenges of renewables

2 February 2026

Paul Clarke, now Head of Offshore Wind Asset Operations for EDF Power Solutions UK and Ireland, first spoke to Prospect in 2019 just as he was making the switch from traditional energy generation to renewables. Six years later, Paul brings us up to date on the growth of renewables and challenges for the future.

Climate Jobs UK reception puts workers at the heart of the energy transition

5 February 2026

The Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband MP was among the guests at a reception hosted by Climate Jobs UK, the campaign group jointly founded by Prospect and GMB to ensure that workers are fully represented as the UK transitions to a clean energy future.

Energy supply

Our large and growing membership in energy supply includes those working in energy generation, transmission, and distribution companies.

Renewables

Prospect members around the country are driving the net zero transition in areas such as offshore wind, onshore wind, solar, hydro, and storage.

Nuclear industry

Our 12,000 members work across all parts of the nuclear industry including fuel manufacturing, power generation, research, and decommissioning.

Health and safety in energy

Our health and safety bulletin for the energy sector is issued to all health and safety reps across the sector. The email newsletter is published bi-monthly.

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