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Switch List – Renewable UK

Background: The Switch List is a directory of diverse speakers from the energy sector to help the industry ensure their event panels and discussions have broad representation. What actions did you take? The Switch List was launched in June 2018 after RenewableUK’s events team recognised the difficulty in accessing and identifying a diverse pool of… Read more

Challenging stereotypes – Greater London Authority

….and showcasing London’s infrastructure sector to primary school aged children (as well as their parents and teachers) Background In 2017, the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, established the Mayor’s London Infrastructure Group (LIG), which is comprised of senior executives across infrastructure providers, regulators, government and wider industry. The Mayor and the 25 members of the… Read more

Work experience – inspiring younger generations into STEM careers – Electricity North West

What was the challenge you wanted to address? To bridge the talent gap in STEM careers Describe your Approach Through our school outreach programme, we identified schools that required support with work placements. We built opportunities around the dates provided by the schools and facilitated a five day work experience programme that introduced students to… Read more

Investing in women and measuring success – AtkinsRéalis

What was the challenge you wanted to address? The retention and progression of female talent. Describe your approach AtkinsRéalis has a multi-strand approach to retaining female talent and supporting more women to reach senior positions within the business, including a women-only career development programme, delivered in partnership with sector specialists, Skills 4 training.Victoria Jones, Global… Read more