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.

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Blog

Introducing five principles for our energy sector

Sue Ferns · 11 December 2023

2023 brought multiple challenges across Prospect’s Energy Sector – some, but not all, were anticipated, writes Sue Ferns, our Senior Deputy General Secretary.

Blog

Your concerns from the frontline of the energy sector

Joel Pearce · 11 December 2023

Prospect’s latest survey of energy members shows significant concerns about staffing levels, workload, and skills shortages from those on the frontline of delivering the UK’s clean energy transition, writes Joel Pearce, Prospect research officer.

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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