3 March 2020

Insights on the applicant pool for Women in Wind in 2020

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We are delighted to share that a total of 111 applications have been received for the 2020 edition of the Women in Wind Global Leadership Program! 

Since closing the application round on 16 February, GWEC and GWNET have been reviewing the applications with great interest and enjoyment. As with last year, the quality of applications received has been very high, with strong statements of ambition and enthusiasm across the board. The pool has also expanded in terms of geographic diversity, as shown below.

Throughout my career, I have been faced with the challenge of having to choose between a flexible schedule and a variety of professional opportunities... The limited number of female role models in the sector is discouraging for emerging female professionals.
Wildlife Ecologist
Wildlife EcologistColombia
I am eager to learn the qualities that make a good leader, to identify upcoming pitfalls, the basis on which strategies are made and how to increase productivity of people - all from established leaders. By interacting and getting mentored by leaders across the globe, I believe this platform will help me make the next move towards tackling bigger challenges in the renewable energy industry.
Engineering Specialist
Engineering SpecialistIndia
My goal is to develop my network and be connected to courageous, capable women from all backgrounds and working cultures in the wind energy field to overcome daily challenges posed to me as a young engineer working in an environment dominated by men.
Wind Resource Engineer
Wind Resource EngineerBrazil
As a pioneer in this field, I have gained skills and competencies through experience which I’d like to share with other young upcoming women who might be interested to work in wind, but lack the confidence and right guidance. I am keen to join this program so that I can enhance my capacity for personal growth, be a better worker and become a more effective mentor and role model, particularly to young women interested in pursuing a career in the renewable energy field.
Operations and Maintenance Engineer
Operations and Maintenance EngineerKenya
Wind energy is a new innovative sector for Russia. In my opinion, its development should be based on a sustainable approach, wherein companies are clearly aware of their economic, social and environmental responsibility to society. Wind power generation in Russia should be open to women. We should not be on the sidelines, as it is now in the oil and gas industry.
Associate Professor
Associate ProfessorRussia
The times are changing and so should mindsets. But the gap is still a very real challenge we face... I refuse to apologise for being good at what I do because of who I am. But I still face challenges, with men of some cultures who cannot report to me. I still have to prove myself every single time I start a job. I am almost always the only woman in a meeting room full of men.
Site Manager
Site ManagerSouth Africa
In comparison to foreign players in the industry, managing a cross-cultural team as a younger female leader in South East Asia is a challenge. Earning respect takes time, however, this can be solved as long as we can continue to show professionalism and capability.
Business Development Manager
Business Development ManagerIndonesia
I must admit that when going to conferences, and when networking and having conversations with women, I understand that we need mentors, motivation and encouragement from leaders and companies to go further in our careers. My goal is to grow my network, learn from the stories and examples of leading women and men in the global wind industry, as well as to expand my knowledge in the industry.
Procurement Manager
Procurement ManagerMexico
I want to help push the development of more wind projects in the Philippines. I believe that I will be more effective in doing this if my knowledge is not limited to the legal and regulatory aspect. I wish to learn and understand the process of developing a wind projects from conception until operation. If I am equipped with more knowledge, I can better advise my clients (especially foreign investors coming into the Philippines) about the business and practical sides of the project.
Lawyer
LawyerPhilippines
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Here are a few insights about this year’s applicant pool:

  • We received 111 applications, most of which came from nationals or residents of India, Brazil, Turkey and South Africa . Strong showings were also seen from Mexico, Vietnam and Russia.
  •  More than half of our applicants submitted video introductions – a great way to personalize their applications and reflect their character.
  • Around 10% of applicants indicated that they hold a PhD degree, while more than 50% indicates that they hold a Master’s degree.
  • More than 60% of applicants indicated expertise in engineering (wind turbines, systems, etc.), while nearly 40% indicated expertise in business development, marketing and stakeholder management, while 23% indicated expertise in project financing. An overview of the areas of expertise indicated by our applicants is below (applicants were able to select more than one area of expertise).

We express our tremendous appreciation to all of those who took the time to apply for the 2020 edition of Women in Wind Global Leadership Program. We will be announcing this year’s selected participants on 8 March, International Women’s Day.

Stay tuned, and keep following our journey here and on social media at #WomenInWind.

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