Energy Industry
WOMEN IN TECH AND THE ENERGY INDUSTRY: HOW CODE FIRST GIRLS POWERS UP THE ENERGY SECTOR
BY HALLY KHAN
Code First Girls has partnered with some of Europe’s largest energy companies, bringing more women in tech into the energy sector.
WHAT HIRING CHALLENGES ARE ENERGY COMPANIES FACING?
THE GENDER GAP
Fact. Only 16% of women are working as energy professionals globally.
ATTRACTING NEW TALENT
50% of existing energy workers will retire within the next decade, taking with them a wealth of knowledge and experience. Energy companies will need to invest in the next generation of tech talent to replace this knowledge gap.
SHORTAGE OF SKILLS
Global climate change projects and the need for clean technology means the energy sector needs more digitally skilled workers to build a sustainable future. However, 40% of energy companies are struggling to find data scientists with the right expertise. There’s also a need for cybersecurity skills to help safeguard critical energy systems and more project managers to oversee large-scale energy projects.
Why is DE&I so important in the energy sector?
Energy companies are facing climate crisis pressures and the need to move away from fossil fuels. The challenge is finding ways to meet a 56% increase in electricity demand, all while keeping things scalable, reliable, eco-friendly, and affordable. Energy companies also need to consider the cost of living crisis and how annual household energy bills might see an increase of about £700.
To navigate these challenges, energy companies must prioritise innovation to stay competitive. One strategic approach is to attract and invest in a diverse pool of tech talent. Did you know that in Europe, energy companies with gender-diverse teams outperform their less-diverse counterparts by 23.7%? Plus, a remarkable 83% of Gen Z individuals consider a company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion when selecting an employer.
The bottom line is that fostering diversity and inclusivity within the workplace isn’t just a matter of social responsibility; it’s a strategic imperative for energy companies to remain ahead of the curve by securing top tech talent.
Why is the energy sector partnering with Code First Girls?
- Sponsored four women in data and full-stack tech skills.
- Hired women into Junior Data Scientists, Junior Data Engineers and Junior Full-Stack Engineer roles.
- 100% of the women hired were from non-computer science backgrounds and were currently not working in tech.
- Hired women into Software Engineer, Junior Product Manager, and Data Associate roles.
- 20% of women identified as neurodiverse.
- 70% of women were the first generation in their families to attend university.
- Sponsoring six women in full-stack, software and data tech skills.
- Sponsored their specialism in data analytics, DevOps & Cloud and Java.
- Hiring women into Junior Platform Engineer, Full Stack Engineer and Data Engineer roles.
How do we bridge the skills gap in the energy industry?
Energy companies partnering with Code First Girls gain access to our community of diverse tech talent equipped with the skills that are currently in short supply or directly needed by the sector. Our CFGdegree can provide women with skills in data and project management and our +Masters programme helps women to specialise in AI and cybersecurity whilst they’re employed within the workplace. Graduates of our programmes are ready for full-time employment, making an impact from day one.
How can Code First Girls help you?
Code First Girls offers a scalable solution that can help businesses of all sizes fill their tech talent requirements while championing diversity and inclusion. So if you’re wondering how Code First Girls can help you, speak to one of our experts today.
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