{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Network Energy Talents","provider_url":"https:\/\/energytalents.net\/en\/","author_name":"admini-4iM","author_url":"https:\/\/energytalents.net\/en\/author\/admini-4im\/","title":"A degree that really makes a difference | Network Energy Talents","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"MLR3SWhLuV\"><a href=\"https:\/\/energytalents.net\/en\/a-degree-that-really-makes-a-difference\/\">A degree that really makes a difference<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/energytalents.net\/en\/a-degree-that-really-makes-a-difference\/embed\/#?secret=MLR3SWhLuV\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;A degree that really makes a difference&#8221; &#8212; Network Energy Talents\" data-secret=\"MLR3SWhLuV\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script>\n\/*! 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Application deadlines are approaching, degree programmes need to be compared and the first decisions have to be made. Which subject suits your interests? Which degree programme offers good prospects? And which one might even allow you to make a difference later on? There\u2019s no simple answer to these questions. But anyone interested in climate protection, technology, digitalisation and the energy supply of the future should take a closer look at STEM subjects. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. This includes degree programmes such as electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, energy engineering and environmental engineering. They all open up different paths into the energy sector. After all, the energy transition needs people who can plan electricity grids, integrate renewable energies, develop storage solutions, analyse data, automate systems and implement complex projects. A STEM degree can lay the foundations for this. Which degree programme is best suited to climate protection? Anyone wishing to contribute to climate protection might first think of environmental sciences, sustainability management or renewable energies. These degree programmes are important options. However, climate protection requires a much wider range of disciplines. Wind turbines need to be designed and connected to the electricity grid. Solar power needs to be distributed or stored. Buildings require climate-friendly heating. Electricity grids need to become more digital, more efficient and more secure. Industrial companies need to adapt their processes. And all these tasks require technical, scientific and digital expertise. That is why many STEM degree programmes can pave the way to a career in climate action. These include, amongst others: Electrical Engineering and Electrical Power Engineering Computer Science and Business Informatics Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Industrial Engineering Energy Engineering Environmental Engineering Civil Engineering Physics Chemistry and Process Engineering Mathematics and Data Science Degree programmes in renewable energy and energy systems So it\u2019s not just the name of the degree programme that matters. It\u2019s also important which topics you go on to study in depth, what practical experience you gain, and in which field you wish to apply your knowledge. A degree in Computer Science, for example, can lead to a career in digital grid control. With a degree in Mechanical Engineering, you can work on wind turbines, electrolysers or heating systems. Industrial Engineering combines technical fundamentals with economic and organisational issues. And with a degree in Electrical Engineering, you can play a direct role in the systems that generate, transmit, distribute and utilise electricity. What jobs does the energy transition require? The energy transition requires far more than just one profession. It is a complex transformation of our entire energy system. Electricity generation, grids, storage, heat supply, mobility, industry and digital control must all work together. This gives rise to a wide range of roles for STEM graduates. Electrical engineers, for example, design power lines, substations and switchgear. They develop protection systems, oversee the integration of renewable energy sources and ensure that the electricity grid operates reliably. Computer scientists develop software for grid control centres, analyse energy data or protect digital infrastructure from cyber-attacks. Mathematicians and data scientists create models and forecasts. They help to predict when and how much electricity will be generated and consumed. Mechanical engineers work on wind turbines, storage systems, heat pumps and hydrogen technologies. Specialists in physics, chemistry and materials science conduct research into new solar cells, battery materials and engineering materials. Industrial engineers are also in demand. They combine technical expertise with business acumen and take on roles in project management, consultancy, regulation, digitalisation, strategy and corporate development. Typical career fields in the energy sector include: Grid planning and operations High-voltage and testing technology Renewable energies Storage and battery technology Hydrogen technologies Software development Data analysis and artificial intelligence Automation and control systems Cybersecurity Energy and building services engineering Electric mobility and charging infrastructure Research and development Technical consultancy Project management Regulation and energy markets Sustainability and corporate strategy The International Energy Agency reports that employment in the energy sector is growing faster worldwide than employment in the economy as a whole. At the same time, the shortage of skilled workers is becoming more acute in many areas. Skills required for the expansion, modernisation and digitalisation of energy infrastructure are in particularly high demand. STEM opens up opportunities Perhaps in the future you\u2019d like to: develop new technologies design complex systems analyse data programme software coordinate projects advise companies conduct research explain technical topics take responsibility for critical infrastructure Often, a clear direction only emerges once theoretical knowledge is combined with practical experience. Why are STEM subjects so important for the energy transition? The energy transition calls for solutions to questions that rarely have a single, simple answer. How can the electricity grid remain stable when wind and solar energy are generated depending on the weather? How can energy be stored? What transmission lines are needed? How can electricity, heating, transport and industry be integrated? How can digital energy systems be protected? And how can new technologies be deployed in an affordable and reliable way? Solving such challenges requires a range of STEM perspectives: Mathematics helps to model and optimise energy systems. Computer science enables digital control, data analysis and cyber security. The natural sciences lay the foundations for materials, storage systems and new technologies. Engineering turns insights into functioning systems and infrastructure. STEM is therefore not just about learning formulas or building technical devices. STEM is about understanding problems, developing solutions, testing assumptions and putting ideas into practice. How does NET support students with their studies and career choices? Network Energy Talents brings young people together with universities, companies and professionals from the energy sector. Through events, workshops, company visits and one-to-one discussions, participants gain an insight into just how varied STEM careers can be. NET\u2019s Energy Mentoring programme is aimed at students of electrical engineering and industrial engineering. Experienced mentors from the energy sector provide insights into their career paths, answer questions and offer support on topics such as organising your"}