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Socially Sustainable Development
by stibo
Nordic Energy Equality Network (NEEN) is the Nordic umbrella for the promotion of gender diversity and empowerment of women within the energy sector. The network is funded by Nordic Energy Research.
Since 2017, Nordic Energy Research has gathered representatives from universities, research institutions, industry, and other organizations to discuss challenges and find solutions for reducing the gender gap and increasing the female participation in the energy sector.
NEEN was established, because it quickly became clear that a Nordic network to strengthen the female representation in the energy sector and to promote an inclusive energy transition was needed. The network brings together people who are interested in achieving these important goals and who continuously put gender equality and diversity issues on the agenda.
“Energy issues affect everyone, and the energy sector should seek to become more inclusive. This is a question of democracy – sustainable development also means including different societal perspectives. It is a question of engaging all available human capital to develop and implement the necessary energy solutions to achieve our climate goals in time. NEEN strives for more diversity and works continuously to support and emphasize the importance of female representation in the energy sector,” says Karina Barnholt Klepper, Chair of NEEN and Researcher at the Norwegian Defense Research Establishment (FFI).
Perspectives from all of society
NEEN argues that the green transition can only be successful if the more traditional approaches from technology and economics are complemented by other and more diverse approaches. The adoption of green energy solutions should include all Nordic citizens and ensure that the green transition does not increase inequalities. It is a question of mindsets, structures, and cultures to ensure a successful transition towards a sustainable future, all perspectives must be included.
NEEN strives to make the energy sector more visible and attractive to women, e.g., by highlighting female role models. The network also aims at building bridges between education, research, government, and industry to promote an inclusive approach through the sector.
Get in touch: www.nordicenergy.org
