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# 🤝 +20% Canadian Apprenticeships. 80GW of Solar Energy in Germany. 5% of GDP Spent on Health.
- URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/20-canadian-apprenticeships-80gw-of-solar-energy-in-germany-5-of-gdp-spent-on-health/
- Published: 2025-02-05T12:30:50.000Z
- Updated: 2025-02-05T12:30:49.000Z
- Description: Chart of the Day #274 Looks at Apprenticeships in Canada, Solar Energy in Germany, and Health Expenditure in the Philippines.
- Author: QS
- Tags: Charts

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Greece installed 2.6 GW of [solar photovoltaic capacity](https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/02/05/greece-installs-2-6-gw-of-pv-capacity-in-2024/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in 2024, increasing its total installed PV capacity to 9.6 GW by the end of the year. Nigeria has announced the launch of the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria (NBAN) to accelerate [digital connectivity](https://techafricanews.com/2025/02/05/nigeria-launches-national-broadband-alliance-to-accelerate-digital-connectivity/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) in the country.

### Today's Topics

🤝 **Apprenticeships.** 20% rise in apprenticeships in Canada  
☀️ **Solar Energy.** Over 80GW of solar energy in Germany  
💰 **Health Expenditure.** 5% of GDP spent on health in the Philippines in 2022

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## 🤝 20% Rise in Apprenticeships in Canada

[![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeHNxjjz3k01MewiWPeYtNrd_hGX4j3RmMr1iktP6utdfaidubXKLmZhIuduvJPbLuRUNM4z8cO-NlR8MA9XqrmmMbHH291K8SQYaITDfkIDcAzeOqYuhN1PPlIhl0AgmTwaBSwGQ?key=oXZilTJf8-K0LC1fkZaFPepZ)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHEQPGXO93THATZ34D4?ref=newsletters.qs.com)

Apprenticeship registrations in Canada surged from nearly 200,000 in 2000 to about 459,000 in 2023, with peaks in 2013 and 2023\. The post-pandemic recovery reflects rising demand for skilled trades and government support through initiatives like the [Apprenticeship Incentive Grant](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/training/support-skilled-trades-apprentices/grants.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and [Canada Apprentice Loan](https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/training/support-skilled-trades-apprentices/loan.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com). These efforts aim to enhance workforce skills, address labor shortages, and improve certification rates, ensuring Canadians are well-equipped for the evolving job market.

## ☀️ Over 80GW of Solar Energy in Germany

[![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXeizGNwVr0Nshx6mY2wj3VR0DdGVpHDTCEDZeYwhc0yKHJuM7vLGMt7lMe4RO3RnQl1hYIyNJbVrTNMfA8iByhvLYoduGaxXj4_9nVMET8Q0BV1uza-Mbibj_wUPcx_aa80VMHiHA?key=oXZilTJf8-K0LC1fkZaFPepZ)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCH47QCA7P0T9TRB93NE?ref=newsletters.qs.com)

In 2023, Germany led the EU in solar photovoltaic capacity with over 82 GW, followed by Spain and Italy with over 30 GW each. This growth aligns with the EU's [REPowerEU](https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/priorities-2019-2024/european-green-deal/repowereu-affordable-secure-and-sustainable-energy-europe%5Fen?ref=newsletters.qs.com) plan, targeting 320 GW by 2025\. [Germany's Solar Package](https://www.intersolar.de/news/bmwk-photovoltaic-strategy-2023?ref=newsletters.qs.com) I aims to simplify regulations and boost installations, contributing to its goal of generating 80% of electricity from renewables by 2030, enhancing energy independence and security across Europe.

## 💰 5% of GDP Spent on Health in the Philippines in 2022 

[![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/f1/d4/f1d411df-6f49-4c75-a302-f8c9e9f59495/content/images/2025/02/HolonIQ_Health_expenditure_as_a_share_of_GDP_Philippines_2000_2022_HCH3R8RDDS14DK0XV2V4.png)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCH3R8RDDS14DK0XV2V4?ref=newsletters.qs.com)

The Philippines' health expenditure as a share of GDP rose from 3.06% in 2000 to 5.1% in 2022, peaking at 5.87% in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The government aims to enhance healthcare access through the [Universal Health Care Act](https://hta.dost.gov.ph/universal-health-care-act/?ref=newsletters.qs.com), which provides essential services without financial hardship. Despite increased spending, high out-of-pocket costs remain a challenge, prompting efforts to improve public funding and address inflation's impact on healthcare affordability.

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