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Case Study: Green Skills Upskilling Project (2024) – Hampshire & South Coast Impact

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Case Study: Green Skills Upskilling Project (2024) – Hampshire & South Coast Impact

Overview

SERT partnered with Portsmouth City Council and Havant Borough Council to deliver the Green Skills Upskilling Project (2024), funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Launched in summer 2024, the programme provided free and subsidised green skills training in Hampshire and Portsmouth, enabling individuals and businesses to gain in-demand qualifications that support the transition to net zero and sustainable energy.

Across the region, 180 green energy qualifications were achieved, helping local tradespeople expand services in solar, battery storage, heat pumps, and EV charger installation.

 

Challenge: Skills Gap in Hampshire’s Low-Carbon Sector

In Hampshire and the South Coast, demand is rising for professionals qualified in renewable energy technologies, heat pump installation, solar PV systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Many local electricians, plumbers, and heating engineers lacked up-to-date training in these areas.

Councils recognised that a lack of accessible training in green skills would slow the rollout of energy-efficient technologies. They sought to empower the regional workforce, particularly self-employed professionals, microbusinesses, and SMEs in construction and building services.

 

Solution: Accredited Green Energy Training in Hampshire & Portsmouth

With UK Shared Prosperity Fund backing, SERT delivered a suite of accredited training courses at its modern Hampshire training centre, equipped with industry-standard tools to ensure practical, hands-on learning.

Courses delivered included:

Electrical Energy Storage Systems

Solar PV Installation

Combined Solar & Battery Systems

Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) Training

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Installation

SERT’s expert trainers guided learners through the design, installation, and maintenance of renewable energy systems, giving participants immediate confidence to apply skills in their businesses across Hampshire and Portsmouth.

 

Results & Impact in Hampshire Region

The Green Skills Upskilling Project (2024) delivered tangible outcomes:

180 qualifications achieved by Hampshire and South Coast residents and tradespeople 66 participants trained by SERT, completing 97 accredited courses in sustainable energy systems Local businesses gained additional capacity to offer solar, battery, heat pump, and EV charger installations, boosting competitiveness in a fast-growing green services market

Testimonial:
“The Green Skills funding helped our business through the EV charger course. This was extremely beneficial to have more engineers qualified to install EV chargers, giving us more flexibility with our scheduling.” - Brad Howick, TVR Electrical, Havant

Learners reported enhanced confidence, immediate applicability to their work, and the ability to broaden their service offerings, especially across Hampshire and Portsmouth.

Leadership Perspective
“We are incredibly proud to collaborate with Havant Borough Council and Portsmouth City Council on this UK Shared Prosperity Fund grant for green upskilling. These initiatives are creating new career opportunities, driving renewable energy adoption, and supporting our shared journey toward net zero across Hampshire and the South Coast, making a real difference in our communities.” - Mark Edwards, CEO, SERT Group

Cllr Steve Pitt, Leader of Portsmouth City Council, described the project as “a powerful demonstration of collaboration across local government, training providers, and business, enabling residents and firms to thrive in a sustainable economy.”
Cllr Phil Munday, Leader of Havant Borough Council, added: “By training local people in green skills, we are actively supporting climate action in Hampshire. These new skills will help homes and commercial buildings become more energy efficient and future-proof our region.”

 

Looking Forward: Scaling Green Skills Across Hampshire

The success of the Green Skills Upskilling Project (2024) proves that targeted, locally delivered green training can transform the workforce and accelerate net zero progress. SERT intends to expand its training footprint across Hampshire, partnering with councils and local businesses to deliver more courses in solar PV, battery storage, heat pumps and EV charging infrastructure.

2025 Green Skills Funding

SERT’s green skills funding for 2025 is now available, providing fully funded or subsidised training opportunities for individuals and businesses in Hampshire. Upskill your workforce in solar PV, battery storage, heat pumps, and EV charger installation to stay competitive in the growing green economy.

Find out more and apply today: SERT 2025 Green Skills Funding

 

About SERT

SERT is a leading workforce and training provider specialising in recruitment and technical training across utilities, construction, energy, and public services. With a dedicated focus on environment and sustainability, SERT delivers accredited green skills courses for the Hampshire region and beyond, enabling individuals and businesses to thrive in the transition to net zero.

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