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People & Power—Public Engagement, Workforce Safety, Training, Recruitment & Retention

Navigating the Waves of Offshore Wind Workforce: Strategies for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Tuesday, October 3, 2023
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Location: Room 306
The offshore wind industry is rapidly expanding, but it faces challenges in attracting and developing a skilled workforce to meet growing demand. Our presentation explores the state of workforce development in the offshore wind industry, including challenges and opportunities for career development. Our presentation also presents strategies for creating a skilled and diverse workforce, such as aligning diversity, equity, and inclusion with supplier diversity, workforce development, and supplier optimization. The top 10 skill sets required for offshore wind jobs are also discussed, along with examples of career maps for wind turbine technicians. By creating clear career progression opportunities and prioritizing diversity and inclusion, the offshore wind industry can continue to grow and succeed.