Skills shortages persist across the EU in a range of sectors and skills levels.
Many employers cannot find the workers they need.
■ The green transition will create 1 to 2.5 million additional jobs by 2030.
■ Amidst the digital transition, the EU is currently 11 million short of its target of 20 million
Information and Communications Technology professionals employed by 2030.
■ The Commission has identified 42 EU-wide shortage occupations.
Maximising domestic workforce potential is the EU’s priority. This is complemented by attracting skills
and talent from abroad, as part of the solution to tackle labour and skill shortages.
This is why the Commission is taking action to facilitate attracting talent from outside Europe.