Supporting the Future of a Diverse Renewable Workforce

Today marks International Women in Engineering Day (INWED 2025), a global celebration of the outstanding contributions women are making to engineering and technical fields across every sector, including renewable energy.

At LSP Renewables, we are proud to support the careers of women who are building the future of clean energy; from onshore and offshore wind to solar, grid, storage, and emerging low-carbon technologies. We work across onshore and offshore wind, solar photovoltaic (PV) design, battery energy storage systems (BESS), grid infrastructure and emerging green hydrogen and carbon capture solutions to drive net zero outcomes.

The Gender Gap in Engineering

While progress is being made, the statistics show there’s still work to do:

• Only 16.5 % of engineers in the UK are women (EngineeringUK, 2024)

• Globally, women make up just 28 % of the STEM workforce

• In energy-related roles, that number falls to less than 20 % in some regions (IRENA, 2023)

• In renewables specifically, women hold around 32 % of jobs, but are still underrepresented in technical and leadership positions

That’s why INWED 2025 is more than just a moment of recognition; it’s a reminder of the opportunity we have to champion gender equality in hiring, career progression and senior leadership across the renewable energy sector.

Final Word: The Future Is Inclusive

Women are already driving innovation and resilience across the clean energy landscape. From technical design to field engineering, operations to senior leadership, their work is critical to delivering net zero; and the future workforce depends on better representation across the board.

We’re proud to celebrate #INWED2025, but our commitment goes beyond one day. We’ll continue working with our clients and candidates to ensure the energy transition is powered by a diverse, skilled and future-facing workforce.

Key Takeaways

• Women account for only 16.5 % of UK engineers yet drive essential innovation in onshore wind, solar PV and energy storage.

• Underrepresentation persists in technical and leadership roles despite 32 % female participation in renewables.

• Inclusive recruitment, mentorship and clear career pathways are vital to closing the gender gap.

• Diverse engineering teams accelerate project delivery and help meet net zero targets.

• Ongoing partnerships with clients and candidates build a resilient, equitable renewable workforce.
  
  

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is International Women in Engineering Day?
A: Annual event on 23 June celebrating women engineers and promoting gender diversity across all engineering disciplines.

Q: Why is gender diversity important in engineering?
A: It delivers varied perspectives, drives innovation and helps address critical skills shortages.

Q: How can organisations improve female representation in engineering?
A: Implement inclusive hiring, offer mentorship and flexible working, and create transparent career pathways.

Q: What technical roles do women hold in renewables?
A: They work as wind-turbine control engineers, solar PV design engineers, battery storage specialists, grid engineers, project managers and senior leaders.

Q: How does LSP Renewables support women engineers?
A: Through targeted recruitment campaigns, networking events, mentorship programmes and client partnerships to ensure equitable hiring and development.

📩 Looking for your next opportunity in renewables?
Or want to hire diverse engineering talent to support your project?
Get in touch we’re here to help: https://www.lsprenewables.com/contact-us/