Empowering Diversity for a Sustainable Future: Women in Hydrogen Report Launch
Key Ideas
  • Hydrogen South West's report highlights the significance of gender diversity in driving creativity and innovation in the UK hydrogen sector to combat climate change.
  • The report emphasizes the need for diverse representation to challenge established norms, unlock innovation, and enhance decision-making processes.
  • With the UK hydrogen sector expected to require 90,000 skilled workers by 2030, there is a focus on creating sustainable employment opportunities in the South West while promoting diversity and inclusion.
  • Key figures like Wera Hobhouse and Jo Dally stress the importance of inspiring women to pursue technical careers in hydrogen, showcasing female role models, and fostering an inclusive environment for future success.
Industry partnership, Hydrogen South West, has launched a report on gender diversity's vital role in driving innovation and accelerating the transition to net zero in the UK hydrogen sector. The report emphasizes the necessity of diverse voices to bring creativity, skills, and constructive challenge to the industry, fostering a more inclusive and innovative environment. It highlights the under-representation of women in the hydrogen sector and advocates for embracing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion to unlock innovation and eliminate group think. The report also addresses the growing need for skilled workers in the sector and the correlation between diversity and overcoming challenges. Figures like Wera Hobhouse and Jo Dally emphasize the significance of inspiring women to pursue technical professions in hydrogen, showcasing female role models, and creating a supportive environment for career development. The report calls for conscious action from government, academia, and industry to promote an inclusive workplace and foster collaboration for a successful future hydrogen economy.
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