RenewableNI’s all-female network
Women in Renewables promotes the voices of women in the renewable industry and is supporting the next generation of women in renewable energy to thrive.
Women in Renewables was the first female only energy event in the UK and Ireland. Held in March 2022 to mark International Women’s Day it attracted attendees from across Europe and as far as Japan.
The event has continued to grow, with an annual conference, summer socials and special networking sessions.
Listening to feedback from women in renewables we have covered topics including overcoming imposter syndrome, increasing STEM role models, child care and creating a flexible working environment.
In March this year, RenewableNI was proud to create a new pilot mentoring programme, in partnership with Belfast Met.
Creating a unique mentoring programme
RenewableNI has created a new fully funded mentoring scheme. The programme provides training for an OCN Level 2 Women in Renewables Mentoring Qualification at Belfast Met. We then pair these mentors with women in the sector, or wanting to transition to renewables, to help them progress their careers.
The pilot class of 14 women, completed in June with the mentoring relationships ongoing. The second class is ongoing and places are available.
Upcoming event: Women in the Middle
For women who joined the renewable sector in a mid-level role, either from transitioning in or moving to Northern Ireland, the opportunities to build a network are often limited. Women who return after a career break often find their previous piers are at a different stage. WiR Women in the Middle evening addresses this, bringing over 50 women together to connect.
Seeing is believing
The renewable energy sector offers a wide range of roles, and multiple pathways to getting there. Highlighting more of the women in renewables will help inspire the next generation into selecting STEM courses, or enlighten those who thought it was too late, that transition is possible.
Women in STEM
Classic STEM roles in renewables include planners, turbine enginneers, project managers and grid infrastructure.
Non traditional transition
From communications experts, policy analysts, community engagement and solicitors, the renewable sector offers a wider variety that you expect.
