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- Arab News
Formula E and PIF tackle green skills gap
LONDON: A major electric motorsport-backed education initiative is targeting Britain's critical shortage of workers in green industries, with Formula E's Driving Force program, presented by PIF E360, predicted to reach over 50,000 students worldwide by the end of 2025. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport Formula E, the world's first and only all electric motorsport, continues to accelerate change on and off the track through its flagship STEM and sustainability youth education programs. Driving Force presented by PIF E360 comes as the UK faces a projected deficit of 200,000 skilled workers in net-zero zero roles by 2030, while green job opportunities continue to expand by 9.2 percent year-on-year. The skills gap has prompted new Department of Education statutory guidance for schools to create stronger links between subject lessons and careers. Every pupil is required to learn how the knowledge and skills developed in that subject helps gain entry to, and work within, a wide range of careers. All students between Years 7 and 11 are to experience at least one meaningful encounter with an employer each year and to learn about careers through every subject. Driving Force uses the appeal of all-electric motorsport to engage students aged eight to 18 in sustainability education, equipping young people with the knowledge, confidence and role models needed to pursue the ever-growing roles in sustainability, science and tech. As part of its community engagement, Formula E delivered an in-person Driving Force workshop at Hammersmith Academy in London on 16th July, reaching over 90 students. The session that research represents the type of direct intervention can significantly influence young people's career suggests aspirations and STEM representation, and is part of a series of 5 workshops delivered across London in July, focusing on schools close to the upcoming London E-Prix race location of the Excel in East London, and the Formula E HQ in Hammersmith. Earlier this year, Formula E also delivered Driving Force workshops in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and Miami, United States during their respective race weeks. Through hands-on learning, the in-person workshops connected classroom learning to real-world careers in motorsport, mobility, engineering, battery innovation and clean energy, leaving behind a lasting community legacy in the heart of London. Julia Palle, VP of Sustainability, Formula E said: 'A survey in 2024 of more than 7,000 UK secondary-school students reveals a worrying downward trend in both their involvement in and their ambition to pursue STEM subjects — a stark wake-up call for educators and policymakers alike. Teachers are being asked to make stronger connections between subjects and careers, but they need support from employers to do that effectively. Driving Force, presented by PIF E360, is part of the solution to help the education system deliver what our students and our green economy both desperately need to succeed.' In addition to Driving Force, Formula E's wider social impact FIA Girls on strategy includes several key initiatives including Together, Inspiration Hour and Better Futures Fund, the Track these programs form a core part of Formula E's commitment to delivering long-term, community-focused benefits in every host city and create inclusive opportunities. Formula E was born out of a desire to help shape a more sustainable future for current and future generations to come and continues to deepen its commitment to creating lasting, positive change through social impact initiatives that aim to tackle inequalities and nurture inclusive, resilient and diverse communities in every city they visit. As the world's first all-electric FIA World Championship and the only sport-certified net zero carbon since inception, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship brings dramatic racing to the heart of some of the world's most iconic cities providing an elite motorsport platform for the world's leading automotive manufacturers to accelerate electric vehicle innovation. The Formula E network of teams, manufacturers, partners, broadcasters, and host cities is united by a passion for the sport and belief in its potential to accelerate sustainable human progress and create a better future for people and the planet.
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Arsenal Manager Arteta Pleased with Early Transfer Business
Mikel Arteta said he was happy that Arsenal had signed a number of top-quality players in the early stages of the transfer window, and that they had given the Premier League club impetus to raise their level in the coming season. Runners-up for the last three seasons, Arsenal have signed winger Noni Madueke and goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea, as well as midfielders Christian Norgaard from Brentford and Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. "They bring new excitement, a new energy as well," Arteta told reporters in Singapore on Monday ahead of a pre-season match against Serie A side AC Milan. "We signed very important players as well. Again, everybody feels like their height has to go to a different level, and that's what we're seeking," he added, according to Reuters. "Ideally, you want it (transfers) done on day one in pre-season. We've done very, very well so far. I'm very pleased with the way the club is supporting the necessities and improvements that we required in the team." Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres, who scored 54 goals in 52 games for Sporting last season, is also expected to move to the Emirates Stadium. "There's still a long time in the window, and we are seeking. In terms of numbers, we are short, and we have to improve the depth and the quality of the squad," Arteta added. "We are constantly looking in the market, but until that happens, I can focus on the players that we actually have, work with them, and I'm very pleased with what I've seen so far in the first 10-15 days." Arteta briefly spoke about former player Thomas Partey, who was charged with rape and sexual assault this month, after leaving the club at the end of last season. "I think the club was very clear in its statement. There are a lot of legal matters that are very complicated so I cannot comment on any of that," Arteta said. Asked if he felt like the club had followed the right processes in dealing with the issue, he replied: "100%, yes."
