> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://newsletters.qs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 💰 +50% ECEC Spend in AU. 60% of AI Patents From China. 35% of Energy Workers in Solar. - URL: https://newsletters.qs.com/50-ecec-spend-in-au-60-of-ai-patents-from-china-35-of-energy-workers-in-solar-2/ - Published: 2025-03-04T12:30:45.000Z - Updated: 2025-03-04T12:30:45.000Z - Description: Chart of the Day #293 looks at Australia's Early Childhood Education Spend, AI Patents Granted Globally, and Employment in Power Generation. - Author: QS - Tags: Charts 🌐 [Global Skills Week](https://www.holoniq.com/global-skills-week/2025-global-skills-week?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Join us in Washington, D.C. March 24-28, 2025\. Connecting the Global Skills Economy. 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Petroelum giant LyondellBasell to [lay off 86%](https://hrme.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/lyondellbasell-to-lay-off-86-of-its-workforce/118681443?ref=newsletters.qs.com) of its Houston refinery workforce. Green Valley Health Fair works to help build healthcare workforce as [shortages persist](https://www.kgun9.com/news/community-inspired-journalism/sahuarita-and-green-valley-news/green-valley-health-fair-works-to-help-build-healthcare-workforce-as-shortages-persist?ref=newsletters.qs.com). Illinois is planning to permit community colleges to offer [4-year bachelor's degrees](https://www.myjournalcourier.com/news/article/illinois-community-colleges-bachelor-degrees-20199961.php?ref=newsletters.qs.com) to improve access to higher education. Huawei Nigeria is training more female students in digital skills to promote [gender inclusion](https://punchng.com/huawei-pledges-to-train-female-students-in-digital-skills/?ref=newsletters.qs.com#google%5Fvignette) in tech. Denmark to [ban mobile phones](https://www.livemint.com/news/world/denmark-to-ban-mobile-phones-tablets-in-schools-and-after-school-clubs-for-children-aged-7-to-17-mattias-tesfaye-11741020816096.html?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and tablets in schools and after-school clubs for children aged 7 to 17. ### Today's Topics **💰** **Early Childhood Education.** Nearly 50% rise in ECEC Spend in Australia **🤖 Artificial Intelligence.** Nearly 60% of all AI patents came from China **⚡ Renewable Energy.** 35% of energy jobs were from solar in 2023 Thanks for reading! **Not a subscriber yet?** [Subscribe Now](https://newsletters.qs.com/#/portal/) --- ## 💰 Nearly 50% Rise in ECEC Spend in Australia [![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXerJMi3294mr275YsRmyxtl5NEvKYjHsrET2tAunICCNC3swJbLzWkroVRCjHr31GA8b64-BIdWJlsm2MH0SWkG0-C0GdjKe950S0eoaZqPtCCSCwjYIQQW2IXBtpwxQdENW2ph?key=3LQGd-vGOM4c6EHtSozrBR11)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHOPLDLPBFK1FJICE1J/Government-expenditure-on-ECEC-Services-in-Australia-by-States-and-Territories%252C-2015-2024-%28Billions-AUD%29-?ref=newsletters.qs.com) Government ECEC expenditure in Australia surged from 2015–2024, with NSW spending $4.5B and Victoria $3.53B in 2024\. Nationwide growth aligns with the [National Quality Framework](https://www.education.gov.au/early-childhood/about/national-quality-framework?ref=newsletters.qs.com) and [Early Years Strategy 2024](https://www.dss.gov.au/early-years-strategy?ref=newsletters.qs.com), focusing on universal access and parental support. The 2025 "[3-day guarantee](https://www.education.gov.au/about-department/resources/3-day-guarantee-early-education?ref=newsletters.qs.com)" ensures subsidized care for families earning under $530K and 100 hours for First Nations children. ## **🤖** Nearly 60% of All AI Patents Came From China [![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXfcJOOzAPWodWDU1hVxo_i43sZNbd66GK3Axy2JqGnmyXnV4ojiRy-vHF100Tm_L-0ihlcUY_OJUMrZpwdXfiOWmb2BoZdr9ncEU8YjYgWbUQxNp3XQ0nElbmjR4JSNwoBDZEWtgw?key=3LQGd-vGOM4c6EHtSozrBR11)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCHB64ZZ6YI8L9UTC0EW/Number-of-AI-patents-granted%252C-2010%25E2%2580%25932022-%28Thousands-of-Patents%29?ref=newsletters.qs.com) In 2022, China led in AI patent grants, surpassing the world, the US, and Europe. This aligns with China's New Generation Artificial [Intelligence Development Plan ](https://digichina.stanford.edu/work/full-translation-chinas-new-generation-artificial-intelligence-development-plan-2017/?ref=newsletters.qs.com)(2017), aiming for global AI leadership by 2030\. The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) issued [guidelines](https://rouse.com/insights/news/2024/china-summary-of-the-new-guidelines-issued-for-patent-applications-related-to-artificial-intelligence?ref=newsletters.qs.com) for AI patents, supporting this goal. [Regional regulations](https://vinciworks.com/blog/ai-regulation-in-china/?ref=newsletters.qs.com#:~:text=On%20September%206%2C%202022%2C%20the,Shanghai%20Regulations%20on%20Promoting%20the) in Shanghai and Shenzhen promote innovation, positioning China at the forefront of the global AI race. ## **⚡** 35% of Energy Jobs Were From Solar in 2023 [![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXck8C4HJEA4x0v-6EPI__WDIlsMBBl28tOhfz_HQhP7opyUe8vBprioz3iByDY5IIOHWRa3J17_vfhsDbb1gVYFURYRqGxgrOklRt-AcIf82LnBhS8HGWBiPPIguqnBbNcsRtU-ow?key=3LQGd-vGOM4c6EHtSozrBR11)](https://index.holoniq.com/charts/HCH945IGDDJL8J6YYDTZ/Employment-in-power-generation-by-technology%252C-2023?ref=newsletters.qs.com) In 2023, solar power dominated power generation employment at 35%. Hydro, wind, and coal followed. Governments support this shift with initiatives like [China's New Renewable Energy Plan](https://www.china-briefing.com/news/chinas-new-renewable-energy-plan-key-insights-for-businesses/?ref=newsletters.qs.com) which significantly boosted solar capacity in 2023\. [EU's Green Deal](https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/priorities-2019-2024/european-green-deal%5Fen?ref=newsletters.qs.com), aiming for net-zero emissions. Policies include tax incentives and workforce development programs to drive renewable energy growth and job creation. --- **Like getting this newsletter?* Request a demo for unlimited access to over one million charts* [Request a Demo](https://webforms.pipedrive.com/f/1uMbIPRqUeVuZ31jVtKWMWIuqU2ga1nKo8aotNdGihU16zgOzuTfRMb9XfIIGmcOT?ref=newsletters.qs.com) --- **Thank you for reading. Have a great week ahead!** Have some feedback or want to sponsor this newsletter? Let us know at hello@holoniq.com