On the occasion of COP25’s Gender Day, 14 wind energy associations representing the industry across the world have committed to uphold best practices for gender diversity at their future industry events. Led by the Women in Wind Global Leadership Program, a joint initiative between the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) and the Global Women’s Network … Continue reading Wind energy industry commits to greater gender diversity at industry events
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Wind energy in Turkey: BBVA finances wind farm to Polat Energy
Garanti BBVA recently signed the world’s first gender loan with Turkish company Polat Energy. The $44 million loan will finance the construction of Turkey’s largest wind farm. The company’s performance will be annually assessed based on a series of gender criteria, and improvements in their performance will also enhance the terms of the loan. For … Continue reading Wind energy in Turkey: BBVA finances wind farm to Polat Energy
Continue readingGlobal Gender Survey of the Wind Energy Industry
Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) announced today the launch of The Global Gender Survey of the Wind Industry which will provide new insights on the roles and representation of women in the wind sector. This survey is being conducted between the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and the Women in Wind Global Leadership Program, which is co-organized by … Continue reading Global Gender Survey of the Wind Energy Industry
Continue readingIt is time for greater gender diversity in the wind energy industry
As you may know, gender diversity is an essential ingredient for any industry as it drives innovation, opens new pathways for technology deployment, brings valuable perspectives to social and economic development and provides a richer pool of talent for key and emerging industries. Yet, as documented in IRENA’s January 2019 report “Renewable Energy: a Gender … Continue reading It is time for greater gender diversity in the wind energy industry
Continue readingSaluting the women of wind energy
Over 100,000 U.S. workers now have wind-related jobs, and women make up a key part of this workforce. This Women’s History Month we wanted to recognize their contributions toward building an energy independent, cleaner tomorrow. Here are a trio of videos that highlight their important work. These women build turbines and keep them running smoothly. … Continue reading Saluting the women of wind energy
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Collectively our voices have an impact. The challenges that lie ahead for all of us will be to continue lifting our voices, so that it is never just one moment in time but an ever-stronger squeaking wheel that cannot be ignored. Thinking about what’s next for you? How you want to be involved and where … Continue reading Women of Wind Energy
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Women of Wind Energy (WoWE) works with industry leaders to support a diversified work force at WINDPOWER 2016
Women of Wind Energy (WoWE) has selected six 2016 Rudd Mayer Memorial Fellows and five 2016 Wind at Our Backs Scholars and plans to recognize them at the group’s annual luncheon on Wednesday May 25 during the WINDPOWER 2016 Conference and Exhibition in New Orleans. Meet the 2016 Rudd Mayer Fellows: Amanda … Continue reading Women of Wind Energy (WoWE) works with industry leaders to support a diversified work force at WINDPOWER 2016
Continue readingOpportunities for women in wind power on the rise
As wind power ramps up, installing more new electricity generating capacity than other energy source last year, so are new opportunities for jobs and leadership positions for women in the U.S. wind energy industry. These changes will be reflected at this year’s WINDPOWER 2016 in New Orleans from May 23 to May 26, as women … Continue reading Opportunities for women in wind power on the rise
Continue readingWomen of Wind Energy honors Lucille Olszewski, Dr. Julie Lundquist, Ian Baring-Gould at annual luncheon
The nonprofit group Women of Wind Energy (WoWE) honored Lucille Olszewski, Dr. Julie Lundquist, and Ian Baring-Gould last week at its annual luncheon during the WINDPOWER 2013 Conference & Exhibition in Chicago. The awards put the spotlight on professionals at the pinnacle of the industry as well as on the up-and-coming next generation of leaders. … Continue reading Women of Wind Energy honors Lucille Olszewski, Dr. Julie Lundquist, Ian Baring-Gould at annual luncheon
Continue readingHonoring leading women in the wind power industry
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’d like to take a moment to highlight just some of the many talented women leaders in the wind energy industry. Without these women leading the way, wind power would not be where it is today. We look forward to future generations of women helping to grow wind power … Continue reading Honoring leading women in the wind power industry
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