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IWD2024 #InspireInclusion
Imagine a world of inclusivity
A world of belonging and equity
A world of where differences are valued and leveraged as strength
Hands joined, diverse voices harmonize in pure positivity
Creativity blooms in the garden of our minds. Collectively, we call to #InspireInclusion.
Dr. Lana El Chaar
Vice President, Talent Management and Capability Building
ACWA Power
Calling all trailblazers in renewable energy: Let's break barriers, amplify voices, and ignite a movement of inclusion. Together, we'll light the way towards a world where every woman shines in sustainable innovation!
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Irina Gorbounova
Head of Xcarb Innovation Fund
ArcelorMittal Ltd
For International Women's Day, let's celebrate the achievements of women around the world while recognizing the journey ahead for true gender equality. It's a day to acknowledge the resilience, strength, and contributions of women in all spheres of life—be it in business, science, arts or politics.
Remember, inclusion starts with recognizing the value and strength in our differences and creating environments where everyone feels valued and empowered. Let's use this International Women's Day to commit to actions that build a more inclusive, equitable, and diverse world.
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Valérie Ruiz-Domingo
Group Hydrogen Vice President
ENGIE
On this International Women's Day, I reflect on the profound impact of inclusion, specifically on the role of women. Inclusivity is not just an asset; it's the key to building a more sustainable future.
This year’s #IWD2024 theme, #InspireInclusion, deeply resonates at ENGIE. We are committed to achieving a gender equality representation target of at least 40% women in management roles by 2030 and promoting inclusion through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) initiative.
I am proud to contribute as an ambassador and hydrogen representative in the Women in Renewables Alliance. For over five years, this alliance has nurtured leadership and inclusion practices, inspiring more women and young girls to pursue exciting careers in #renewables.
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Caroline Stancell
General Manager, Hydrogen for Mobility, Europe & Africa
Air Products
Today, I am in the mountains, where the changing landscape once again reminds me of the necessity and the urgency to decarbonise our energy sources.
If we are to achieve our climate targets we need the energy, insight and contribution of all society. As a woman working in renewable energy, I am proud to be a small part of an important change, and on this International Woman’s Day I invite all to bring their voice and talent to the cause.
By using our collective intelligence, creativity and resources we can engineer a different and more sustainable future.
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Eng. Nawal Alhanaee
Director of Future Energy Department
Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure UAE
To the remarkable women of renewables: Your contributions light the path toward a more sustainable future. Your expertise, passion, and resilience drive innovation and progress in the energy sector. Your leadership inspires us all to strive for greater inclusivity and equity. Together, we can harness the power of diversity to tackle the world's most pressing challenges. Thank you for your dedication and determination. Let's continue to #InspireInclusion and create a brighter tomorrow for generations to come.
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Boyana Achovski
Secretary General, Gas Infrastructure Europe Board Member and Chair of Sustainable Infrastructure Taskforce, Women in Renewables Alliance
Turning our climate ambitions into reality can only be achieved with diversity.
That’s by diversifying energy solutions while appointing more women, generations, and regions in the driver’s seats that we will make it.
Energy resilience lies in workforce transformation and integrated energy markets. For renewables to ramp up, we must build on synergies between electrons and molecules. For economies to strive, we must build on synergies between genders, generations, and cultures.
Policymakers, Industry leaders, citizens: it is our common duty to champion DEI for a sustainable future to arise.
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Asal Ibrahim
Senior Growth Manager - New Business Development
Marubeni Middle-East and Africa Power Limited
In today's world, the transition to renewable energy sources is not just a necessity but a moral imperative. And in this crucial transition, the inclusion of women is paramount. Women bring unique perspectives, innovative ideas, and collaborative approaches to the table. By actively involving more women in the renewable energy sector, we not only promote gender equality but also enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our efforts to combat climate change. Empowering women in renewables fosters diverse leadership, drives sustainable development, and ensures equitable access to clean energy solutions for all. Let's harness the full potential of women to create a greener, more inclusive future.
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Maria Persson Gulda
Chief Technology Officer
H2 Green Steel
The steel industry on a global basis is very diverse in nationalities given that almost every big economy in the world has their own steel making. However, each and every steel mill itself is quite homogenous. By bringing best-in-class from each part of the world, different industries, and recruiting from the whole population, instead of just half of it, we are building a very dynamic workforce that is accomplishing the most sustainable solutions. Couple that with an ultramodern highly digitalized steel factory, and you have our biggest competitive advantages and a company that is a good growing ground for talent irrespective of gender.
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Rumaitha Al Busaidi
Director for Business Development
Hydrom
Let's embark on a journey of transformation together! As we commemorate International Women's Day, let's amplify our voices and #InspireInclusion in the renewable energy sphere. The tenacity and ingenuity of women are propelling us towards a brighter, cleaner future. Let's persist in dismantling barriers and uplifting one another, forging a path towards a more diverse, just, and inclusive energy landscape. Together, our collective efforts will spark meaningful change, paving the way for generations of women to thrive in renewables. Here's to our shared successes and the boundless possibilities ahead.
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Eng. Aysha Mohammad AlRemeithi
Deputy Manager and DEWA Youth Council President
Dubai Electricity & Water Authority
On international women’s day, let’s celebrate the tremendous efforts made by women in the field of clean and renewable energy. Women have always been advocates towards the progress of clean energy, as they infuse innovation and sustainability. The pivotal role carried by women internationally and in the region, specifically in the UAE, has shaped the future of a brighter tomorrow. I have always believed in advocating for women and youth empowerment to be pioneers in their specific field and strive for more excellence in their journey. Together, let’s empower women further in energy to achieve the three pillars of sustainability: economic, social, and environmental.
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Kajsa Ryttberg-Wallgren
EVP Global Growth & Business Unit Hydrogen
H2 Green Steel
I am a true believer that diversity and gender equality add new dimensions to a team’s thinking and decision-making. Different perspectives help us to see opportunities hidden behind old truths and mitigate concealed risks. Diversity is crucial for complex problem solving. When you are on a mission like ours, you must solve problems every day, every hour. Our executive management team is 50/50 women/men, and as we scale up the company, our ambition is to keep this ratio. Will it be easy? No, but complex problem solving is part of our DNA and we have the diversity to fix it.
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Armita Bayat
Country Manager
Tek Solar
Women leading in renewable energy illuminate pathways to a sustainable future, where every voice and talent matters. Together, we break barriers, bridge gaps, and build a world where equality and diversity thrive, for the planet and generations to come!
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Sarah Al Harthey
Executive Manager of Business Development
ACWA Power
In the fields of renewable energy, we stand not just as women, but as catalysts for enduring change. Our voices, diverse and robust like the very sources we advocate for, are the currents pushing the energy industry towards a future that is not only sustainable but also equitable. As we break barriers and shatter glass ceilings, we are constructing a legacy powered by the sun, wind, and water—a testament to inclusivity, innovation, and inspiration. On this International Women's Day, let's commit to a brighter, greener tomorrow, where every woman's contribution is a renewable source of strength for the world. #IWD #WomenInRenewables
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Sini Jiang
Managing Director & Regional Head, Greater China & North Asia
Clean Technology Coverage
Standard Chartered Bank
I have seen females play more and more important roles in Energy Transition in China, by taking the most senior positions in many leading companies in the industry. There are also more and more females participating in renewables in China. I hope to see this trends around the world as well since females demonstrate superior leadership, better teamwork and greater communication skills.
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Titania Stefanus-Zincke
Chief Operating Officer, South Africa
Mainstream Renewable Power.
It is a privilege to celebrate 2024 International Women’s Day under #InspireInclusion. I am proud to work for a Renewable Energy Company, led by a female Chief Executive Officer that is passionate about gender inclusion and clean energy. I’m proud to work for a company that values and respects women’s ideas and viewpoints, where I am included in decision making and I know I belong. I am honoured to be part of the clean energy revolution and I strive to continuously inspire women and girls to join the Renewable Energy Sector. Together we, women and men, can all be part of innovative solutions to create a more sustainable world. It’s how we are all helping to make #InspiringInclusion” Mainstream.
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Hager Abunahwa
Atlantic Council Women Leader in Energy and Climate Fellow
On International Women's Day, let’s shine a light on the pivotal role of women in driving the energy transition and honor the invaluable contributions of women mentors guiding the way towards achieving Sustainable Development Goal 5 and empowering women worldwide.
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Christine Lins
Executive Director
Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition (GWNET)
We at GWNET are working hard to empower women in energy from all around the world as we are convinced that a more gender-balanced energy sector will lead to a more inclusive and just energy transition. Investing on women will accelerate the energy transition globally which is urgently needed to ensure deep, rapid and sustained reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in line with 1.5 °C pathways.
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Ellen von Zitzewitz
Deputy Head Division, Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action
Germany
The COP28 decision to triple the global renewable energy capacity by 2030 is key to achieve the Paris agreement to hold global climate change below 1,5 C. To achieve this target, it is clear: we need an acceleration of the deployment, technology and work force “everyone on board”. Women, today not yet equally represented in the energy sector need to be an integral part of this mission. They are absolutely essential, with their diverse experiences and innovative thinking for the transformative changes we urgently need. When women are given equal opportunities to participate and lead in the energy transition, we unlock new pathways for progress, resilience, and prosperity.
We at BMWK and Women Energize Women are convinced: Empowering women in the energy sector isn't just about gender equality; it is about securing a better future for all. Therefore, we welcome the activities of the women in renewables and are happy to continue our fruitful cooperation and join forces.
#InspireInclusion #womenergize @Women Energize Women @Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz
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Gauri Singh
Deputy Director General
International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Building a sustainable energy future is a global challenge that demands collective action. This entails leveraging the unique perspectives, experiences, and capabilities of women, who represent half of humanity. Only when we #InspireInclusion can we confront the challenge posed by climate change head-on and create a more equitable and prosperous world for all.
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Caroline Stancell
General Manager for Hydrogen for Mobility business
Air Products
Today, I am in the mountains, where the changing landscape once again reminds me of the necessity and the urgency to decarbonise our energy sources. If we are to achieve our climate targets we need the energy, insight and contribution of all society. As a woman working in renewable energy, I am proud to be a small part of an important change, and on this International Woman’s Day I invite all to bring their voice and talent to the cause. By using our collective intelligence, creativity and resources we can engineer a different and more sustainable future. #InspireInclusion.
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KamKamden
Product Manager
Maas Bayo tech
Today, I am in the mountains, where the changing landscape once again reminds me of the necessity and the urgency to decarbonise our energy sources. If we are to achieve our climate targets we need the energy, insight and contribution of all society. As a woman working in renewable energy, I am proud to be a small part of an important change, and on this International Woman’s Day I invite all to bring their voice and talent to the cause. By using our collective intelligence, creativity and resources we can engineer a different and more sustainable future. #InspireInclusion.
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Ilissa Ocko
Climate Scientist II
Environmental Defense Fund
This International Women's Day, I celebrate the incredible women driving the clean energy revolution, especially those pioneering hydrogen technology. We are the change-makers, following in the footsteps of Rachel Carson, who championed a sustainable future for all. Just like my grandmother, who defied expectations to pursue her education and career, I'm committed to shattering glass ceilings in the energy sector. Together, let's build a more inclusive and sustainable world, powered by the brilliance of women worldwide!
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Ragna Schmidt‑Haupt
Partner
Everoze
This year’s motto #InspireInclusion is for everyone - men, women and everyone else - to promote an inclusive environment, where belonging and equity are shared, and (gender) differences are valued as strengths. Being anti-discriminatory means more than not engaging in discrimination. It is an active process of everyone to start seeing all forms of discrimination clearly, understand its toxic consequences, and work to oppose it in our systems and in ourselves.
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Ghada Darwish
Country Director
Globeleq
In a world of fast changes and in view of the race to meet NetZero targets, women are key players to lead change, specially in the renewable energy domain. They need to be fairly given the right chance to be well positioned based on their capabilities and skills, not just for gender diversity. On International Women Day, I praise every women who exerted the effort to excel in her field and lead for a better future
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Yisha He
Chairperson, Unisun Energy Group
Chair, Women in Renewables Alliance
On International Women's Day, I am filled with deep gratitude as I stand alongside the Women in Renewables Alliance, unveiling our #5050by2040 Initiative. With steadfast determination, we pledge to nurture a gender balance of 50-50 in the boards and workforce of renewable energy enterprises by 2040. Empowering women to lead and innovate, we ignite inclusivity, shatter barriers, and jointly craft a brighter, more diverse future! Join us now as we #InspireInclusion #IWD2024.
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Molly Huang
Head of Content and Corporate Responsibility, Leader Associates
Secretary General, Women in Renewables Alliance
Our hearts swell with pride as we celebrate the 2024 International Women's Day under #InspireInclusion. Today, we honor the remarkable achievements of women peers in clean energy. We extend gratitude to our male allies and supportive corporations. Inclusion goes beyond mere tolerance or acceptance. It's about fostering an environment of belonging and equity, where differences are embraced as strengths. This is crucial as we strive to bring more innovative solutions to combat climate change. As a woman in renewable energy, I am honored to shape a sustainable future with my colleagues and communities. Let us continue to inspire inclusion, celebrate diversity, and stand in solidarity we pursue equality and empowerment for all.
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Salvatore Bernabei
CEO
Enel Green Power
Today we are proud to confirm our commitment to eliminate bias, and to work for true gender equality in the energy sector.
Our pledge is to foster an inclusive environment, embracing and valuing diversity, for women to express their talents, at all levels and in all domains of energy business.
We believe that women's potential promotion in business is a crucial, enabling factor for development, innovation and sustainable value creation, key conditions for a better future.
This is why Enel Group joined the “Equal by 30” campaign, to achieve by 2030 gender equality in the clean energy sector: for salary, leadership, and opportunity
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Khalid Bin Hadi
Managing Director UAE
Siemens Energy
Today, we are celebrating the remarkable achievements of all women in the energy industry, and we are recognizing everyone who inspires inclusion to ignite change for a better, inclusive world. In my role, I’m committed to fostering an environment where women are empowered to pursuit their aspirations. By championing diversity, equity, and inclusion, we foster a more dynamic and prosperous society for generations to come.
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Amiram Roth-Deblon
Chief Operating Officer
Blueleaf Energy
I have seen first hand what diverse teams with more women across all levels can achieve.
More women in the energy sector are key to accelerate the transition to 100% renewable energy.
More women will also deliver better social and more biodiverse outcomes, both of which are as important as the energy transition itself.
This is why we at Blueleaf Energy have launched our new Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiative and continue to support WIRA and others to push the boundaries.
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