Equality Initiative Ambassador:
Valerie Reif (she/her)

Why advancing Women in Energy is so important

A university teacher of mine once said, “The energy concepts of the future require two things: a fortune-teller and a magician.” We have a much better chance of finding both if we consider both female and male talents.

Energy Field

• Renewable Energy Sources
• Energy Efficiency
• Electricity Infrastructure Regulations and Markets
• EU Policy and Regulation

Sector

• Non-University Research

Languages

• English
• German
• Italian
• French
• Czech

I'm offering the following support for the Equality Initiative

• Promote the Equal by 30 Campaign
• Organize the Equality Initiative events, policy circles and/or locally arranged small group meetings
• Participate in Equality Initiative events held internationally (virtual options included)

I'm offering the following support to female students and professionals transitioning to or starting out in the clean energy field

• Offer or promote internships, scholarships, fellowships, or job shadowing opportunities
• Share how to gain experience and increase leadership in their sector, and/or
• Provide advice to early career professionals on finding, applying, and receiving job offers or how to "move up" in clean energy