Center for Energy Workforce Development Applauds Bipartisan Pro Forma Introduction of Careers in Energy Week Resolutions
Resolution recognizes the vital role of the energy workforce during October 20-24, 2025, designated as Careers in Energy Week
WASHINGTON, D.C. —The Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD), a nonprofit consortium committed to the development of a highly skilled energy workforce, applauds the introduction of the Careers in Energy Week resolutions by the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate. The U.S. House of Representatives Careers in Energy Week Resolution was led by Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) with Rep. Donald Norcross (D-NJ) as co-lead. The original co-sponsors include Reps. Daniel Meuser (R-PA), Marc Veasey (D-TX), Thomas Kean, Jr. (R-NJ), and Troy Carter, Sr. (D-LA). The Senate Careers in Energy Week Resolution was introduced by Sens. Dave McCormick (R-PA) and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI).
Celebrated annually each October, Careers in Energy Week highlights the innovative, highly skilled, and growing energy workforce that is essential to maintaining the nation’s energy infrastructure, keeping homes, businesses, and critical industries running. The observance seeks to raise awareness of the sector’s workforce needs and growing opportunities for those who are prepared to meet the demand.
“The U.S. is a global leader in energy production, and our Careers in Energy Week resolution recognizes and honors the millions of individuals who work to deliver safe and reliable energy and highlights the rewarding career opportunities available for students and adult learners,” said Rep. Thompson.
“As a former electrician, I’m glad to join Congressman Thompson in recognizing the hardworking men and women who power our nation,” said Rep. Norcross. “From the tradespeople who keep the lights on to the engineers building the clean energy systems of tomorrow, these skilled workers are essential to America’s economy. By designating this week as Careers in Energy Week, we are shining a national spotlight on the good-paying jobs and training opportunities that strengthen our communities and our energy future.”
“I’m proud to introduce this resolution honoring the hardworking men and women who power our nation. Our energy workers are the backbone of a sector vital to our national security and economic strength,” said Sen. McCormick. “Whether they are skilled tradespeople maintaining essential infrastructure or engineers and researchers advancing renewable and cutting-edge technologies, millions of Americans work toward keeping our nation’s energy reliable and affordable. This week, we recognize their dedication and thank them for their service to our country.”
“A workforce with advanced skills, expertise and adaptability is vital to ensuring a strong and resilient grid, and FirstEnergy applauds our elected officials for recognizing Careers in Energy Week and the dedicated men and women who work tirelessly to keep our lights on and energy flowing,” said Wade Smith, President, FirstEnergy Utilities. “We are committed to strengthening partnerships and collaboration between industry, educational institutions and government agencies to inspire more people to pursue rewarding careers in energy – helping to build a highly skilled energy workforce that’s ready to power our future.”
“We are thrilled to see bipartisan support prioritizing the recognition of energy careers with such a meaningful designation,” said Missy Henriksen, CEWD’s Executive Director. “This week celebrates careers in energy while making sure the next generation of talent knows how to step into the sector and succeed.”
CEWD has long championed workforce development programs and partnerships to expand and develop the energy workforce. Through initiatives like Get Into Energy, the organization connects career seekers, students, educators, employers, and others to create pathways into the industry.
Careers in Energy Week was created by CEWD in 2010 and is supported by member associations, including American Clean Power Association, American Gas Association, American Petroleum Institute, American Public Gas Association, American Public Power Association, Association of Energy Services Professionals, Distribution Contractors Association, Edison Electric Institute, Electric Power Research Institute, Interstate Natural Gas Association of America Foundation, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, and Nuclear Energy Institute.
Read the U.S House of Representatives Careers in Energy Week Resolution: Read the 119th Congress 1st Session H. Res. Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 2 to October 24, 2025, as “Careers in Energy Week”.
Read the U.S Senate Careers in Energy Week Resolution: Read the 119th Congress 1st Session S. Res. Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 2 to October 24, 2025, as “Careers in Energy Week”.
To learn more about careers in the energy sector, visit GetIntoEnergy.org.
To learn more about the innovative training programs, apprenticeships, and other initiatives creating energy career pathways for the next generation of workers, listen to this new episode of the Electric Perspectives Podcast.
About The Center for Energy Workforce Development
CEWD is a non-profit consortium of more than 140 energy companies, associations, unions, educational institutions, and government entities working in partnership to unite energy stakeholders in attracting and developing a highly skilled workforce. To learn more, visit www.CEWD.org.
About FirstEnergy
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