Iraq energy storage training

Why is wood launching a new training centre in Iraq?

On behalf of the joint venture, Shaun Dewar, Senior Vice President of Operations, Middle East and Africa at Wood, said: “This new training centre is a key part of our strategy to invest in and develop the national workforce in Iraq providing skills development opportunities for both new entrants and existing industry professionals.

How has GIZ supported the development of PV training centers in Baghdad?

Technical know-how: We supported the establishment of three PV training centers in Baghdad, Basrah and Sulaymaniyah with equipment and capacity development for trainers who now train future experts in PV installation and maintenance. GIZ has also offered several courses to train qualified professionals throughout the country.

What is Basra Technical Training Centre?

The Basra Technical Training Centre will advance training and development opportunities for local Iraqis to support the growing number of regional energy projects.

How does Iraq's power sector perform?

Despite its vast energy resources, the performance of the country’s power sector is sub-optimal. Iraq’s power sector suffers from a double whammy: unsustainable growth in power demand, coupled with under-investment and a lack of reforms in generation, transmission, and distribution. The result is a growing mismatch between power supply and demand.

How will Basra's new energy training centre work?

A five-month pilot training program will begin this year ahead of the centre officially opening. Supporting the development of the local energy workforce in Basra, the training centre will also enable further upskilling across key technical roles, including project teams, construction engineers, supervisors and local contractors.

Does Iraq have a good power sector?

As a major producer, Iraq’s electricity sector is almost entirely dependent on fossil fuels, which account for more than 80% of power generation. Despite its vast energy resources, the performance of the country’s power sector is sub-optimal.