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.

Putting workers and good jobs at the centre of the clean energy transition

Thomas Weston · 4 September 2025

Prospect energy researcher, Thomas Weston, looks at the role that our energy system must play in tackling the climate crisis and reveals what our energy members are telling us about the challenges we face in decarbonising our economy.

Gemma Moss: Telling the PM what Sizewell C has done for me

23 July 2025

Gemma Moss, an EDF apprentice and Prospect member, was among a group of apprentices and schoolchildren who sat down with the Prime Minister when he made a major announcement on Sizewell C. Here, she writes about her apprenticeship, how exciting it is working on such an important project and what it was like meeting the PM.

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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