Industry Insights
Welcome to another edition of BPS World’s Industry Insights. This month, we take a look at innovations ranging from lunar data centers to terrestrial energy solutions, and the evolving landscapes of global policies and labor markets.
What’s happening in Engineering, Energy, and Tech
When Intuitive Machines’ Nova-C lander touched down on the moon back in late February, it carried with it a payload from Lonestar Data Holdings. The device successfully demonstrated data transmission, storage, and retrieval on the moon, paving the way for a future lunar mission to deliver a full 8TB Linux system.
The recent approval of a draft amendment could lead to bigger, more stable projects in the country’s exclusive economic zones. Eyes are on the Sea of Japan and the coasts of Aomori and Yamagata for future developments. Japan's goal is to harness 10GW of wind power by 2030, with sights set on 45GW by 2040.
Whether you’re running a small business or a billion-dollar enterprise, you need to pay attention to California’s climate disclosure laws. S.B. 253, S.B. 261, and A.B. 1305 require companies to report their emissions, climate change impact risks, and other information. Compliance is required as early as 2025 and fines can reach up to $500,000.
Clean Energy Wire has put together a timeline of upcoming events and developments to keep an eye on in the coming months. Whether you’re a journalist trying to cover the latest in the EU’s climate and energy policy or you’re just curious about when key decisions take place, this might be worth a look.
Start-ups all over the world are looking for alternatives to conventional batteries. From molten salt to heated bricks and even compressed air, these technologies might have the potential to revolutionize our approach to energy storage.
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Trends Shaping Tomorrow’s World
A survey shows 35% of Gen Z workers are planning to leave their jobs within a year, the highest of any age group. This job-hopping hits firms hard, with high costs in recruiting and training, only to lose the new hires quickly. The construction industry must evolve or risk falling behind in the competition for Gen Z's innovative workforce.
Heading back to a 9-to-5 at the office might mean a bigger paycheck for those willing to give up their home office perks. According to data from ZipRecruiter, salaries for in-person roles have risen more than 33% from the previous year. Workers making the switch from remote to on-site have also received a 29.2% salary boost.
Industry thought leaders chime in on the potential and promise of generative AI when it comes to recruitment and career development.
Expert Perspectives
“If you don’t focus on empowerment, growth, and employee activation, talent will just go elsewhere,” says Josh Bersin.
Thomas Shannon shares a quick tip for candidates who want to make the most of their CVs.
What’s Next?
Innovation is always at the heart of the Energy, Engineering, and Technology sectors. When people rise to the challenge, their impact can reach beyond the skies.
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