About DEI

Promoting a more inclusive future in wind energy

We envision a wind energy sector that is not only diverse and equitable but also inclusive and innovative

Diversity, equity and inclusion

The definitions:

Diversity

Means that an organisation is made up of a group of people from a wide range of categories. These categories could include race, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, age, and much more.

Equity

Refers to “the quality of being fair or impartial; fairness; impartiality” or “something that is fair and just.”

Inclusion

Means that everyone feels welcome to contribute and participate. The workplace is supportive and collaborative, with clear goals of getting all employees to participate.

All three aspects are needed for a high-functioning and healthy workplace.

A work environment that is diverse but not inclusive may have high turnover rates for minorities, as they do not feel that their contributions matter or are valued in the workplace. An environment without equity will likely struggle with diversity, especially in more senior positions, as existing barriers for certain groups hinders their professional development.

Why we need DEI initiatives

Diverse teams are more productive¹:

83% of millennials more engaged at work when they believe their company fosters an inclusive culture
Gender diverse companies are 15% more likely to outperform their respective national industry medians
Ethnically diverse companies are 35% more likely to outperform their respective national industry medians.

Diversity is good for business²:

Diverse companies are 35% likelier to financially outperform the industry medians.
Study after study has shown that diversity leads to more creative teams and increases a company’s bottom line.
Other research finds that inclusive teams make better business decisions 87% of the time.

“Under-representation” of certain groups is a sign of (and fosters) inequality and discrimination.

There is a significant skills shortage in STEM fields, which can be alleviated by fighting systemized biases and impedances to underrepresented groups.³

Take Action Now

Join us in our mission to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the wind energy sector.