"When the UK government committed to #netzero emissions by 2050, we committed to making a more sustainable future. To create a fair and trust transition to net zero, we need to open the doors to more diverse perspectives." Energy Minister @AnnieTrev at #IEDConf21 #Thread https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="⬇️" title="Pfeil nach unten" aria-label="Emoji: Pfeil nach unten">

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="📢" title="Lautsprecheranlage" aria-label="Emoji: Lautsprecheranlage">"We need to create an environment in #energy that is truly inclusive and encourages community participation from the ground up. Traditionally I’ve seen the energy sector, and no offence intended, described as stale, male and pale."

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https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="📢" title="Lautsprecheranlage" aria-label="Emoji: Lautsprecheranlage">"Gov stats showed that only 5% of energy & water employees were BAME & in 2020 @_PfWomen reported 38% of energy companies still had no female representation on their board – even though companies with more women on their boards being more likely to invest in #RenewableEnergy."

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="📢" title="Lautsprecheranlage" aria-label="Emoji: Lautsprecheranlage">"This is just the tip of the iceberg – this data shows the lack of diversity at leadership level is not only of detriment to businesses but it creates the risk of perpetuating existing inequalities in the access and use of energy."

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"https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="📢" title="Lautsprecheranlage" aria-label="Emoji: Lautsprecheranlage">We need to ensure that the complex and varying priorities of all individuals are considered when we are making decisions on the future of our energy system."

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"As leaders we have the responsibility to open the doors to others to take charge in our energy landscape. We already know the wealth of benefits that a diverse & inclusive environment can bring
https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="➕" title="Fettes Pluszeichen" aria-label="Emoji: Fettes Pluszeichen">Increased innovation
https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="➕" title="Fettes Pluszeichen" aria-label="Emoji: Fettes Pluszeichen">More effective outcomes
https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="➕" title="Fettes Pluszeichen" aria-label="Emoji: Fettes Pluszeichen">Flourishing creativity & teamwork"

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="📢" title="Lautsprecheranlage" aria-label="Emoji: Lautsprecheranlage">"We are starting to see the change, but we can do more. We need to set high targets and we need to consistently review our progress and always strive to do better. We need to look beyond the now, we need to look beyond our current organisations to inspire future generations."

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="📢" title="Lautsprecheranlage" aria-label="Emoji: Lautsprecheranlage">"We now need to turn words into action to create a more sustainable future for all, by welcoming new perspectives, fostering supporting environments and demonstrating better representation of the people we serve."

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