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women in energy
Speakers confirmed for inaugural Women In New Energy conference
Energy Voice has announced the panel of speakers headlining the inaugural Women In New Energy (W.I.N.E) conference in Aberdeen.
The number of women offshore has ‘remained stubbornly static’
The percentage of women working in the UK North Sea has remained at just 3.4 to 3.6%, said trade body OEUK.
‘It’s pressure you put on yourself’: New mum talks life working offshore
Many women face the challenge of juggling motherhood with work during their careers; a task which can become even more difficult when you work for two weeks at a time offshore.
Can women access sanitary products while working offshore?
In 2020, Offshore Energies UK chief executive Deirdre Michie said that female representation in industry was ‘not good enough’. Yet two years on, women in the sector still face challenges in accessing basic facilities and amenities offshore.
Stats for female workers offshore ‘not good enough’ says OGUK
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Industry report shows ‘scary and disappointing’ progress on gender balance
A new report for the UK oil and gas industry shows a “scary and disappointing” lack of progress on gender diversity, according to a Wood boss.
Honour for women in energy
An award championing outstanding women in energy is up for grabs for only the second year in the next edition of an annual celebration of excellence in the industry.
New EI chief slams lack of diversity in oil and gas
The incoming president of the Energy Institute (EI) has condemned the “appalling” record of oil and gas on gender and ethnic diversity.
‘Disappointing’ progress on gender diversity, says oil and gas leader
An oil and gas industry leader has said there is a “disappointing” lack of progress being made on gender diversity.
New network to promote diversity in North Sea workforce
Industry body Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) has announced plans to encourage more diversity in the workforce.
New awards event to celebrate diversity in North Sea
A new awards event has been launched to celebrate diversity in the energy sector.
Industry leader praises young engineers
An industry leader, who recently highlighted the challenges faced by women in oil and gas, has praised two female engineering students.
‘Mountain still to climb’ for women in engineering, says Oil and Gas UK
The chief executive of Oil and Gas UK has said there is still a “mountain to climb” to bring more women into engineering.
Scotland worst in UK for women in engineering apprenticeships
Scotland is the worst-performing home nation for women starting engineering careers, according to a new report.
Damning report on explanations for women not getting boardroom roles
A damning new report has revealed some of the worst explanations given by leading UK firms for not appointing women to boardroom roles.
Coalition formed over lack of women in energy leadership roles
Energy firms including Shell, Orsted and Scottish Power have signed up to a new initiative to increase the number of women in senior and middle management roles in the sector.
WATCH: Highlights of Women in Energy event
Watch the full video version of the Women in Energy event, held at the Robert Gordon University’s Sir Ian Wood building in Garthdee.
WATCH: Women in Energy full event
Watch the full video version of the Women in Energy event, held at the Robert Gordon University’s Sir Ian Wood building in Garthdee.
Scottish energy sector leaders unite for mentoring scheme
Leading members of Scotland’s energy sector and wider business community have united to create a new mentoring programme, aimed at increasing the number of women in senior executive roles.
Women in Energy: ‘It all starts in the toy aisle’
Emily Murphy, waste client services manager and Andrea Canale, technical account manager at ASCO speak to Energy Voice.