Join us for a Global Wind Report 2026 special looking at the critical role of the workforce in enabling wind deployment at scale.

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Neil Mellin and Katy Hall from NES Fircroft reveal how expanding talent access and fostering diversity can accelerate offshore wind projects and unlock untapped markets worldwide. The panel also discuss the critical importance of predictable project pipelines for attracting the right talent, especially in emerging markets like APAC and Central Asia.

Discover how targeted pathways, apprenticeship programs, and community engagement are shaping the future of offshore wind’s workforce, bringing fresh perspectives from regions historically underrepresented in energy.We break down:

• Why the offshore wind industry faces a skills bottleneck in HV electrical technicians and how to overcome it
• The role of diversity and inclusion in expanding the talent pool — from gender to regional representation— and why it’s a strategic advantage
• Innovative strategies NES Fircroft employs, such as returnship programs and Indigenous community collaborations, to build long-term local capacity
• How stable policies, long-term project certainty, and partner-led community initiatives are vital for industry growth
• The fascinating link between renewable energy expansion and regional economic development, and how inclusive recruitment can catalyze this process

With Katy Hall, Global Head of Diversity, NES Fircroft and Neil Mellin, Regional Business Development Director - Renewables, NES Fircroft

GWEC's Offshore Wind Podcast is hosted by Stewart Mullin, GWEC's Chief Industry Officer, and Rebecca Williams, GWEC's Deputy CEO, who leads on all GWEC's Offshore Wind work.

The podcast, or 'show' as Stewart still likes to call it, features leading voices from across the sector, whether that is large OEMs, key supply chain manufacturers or political leaders driving policy, to talk about how we can all work together to deliver on offshore wind's enormous potential.

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About the episode:

In this in-depth interview, Selwin Hart, UN Special Advisor on Climate Change, shares his journey from diplomacy to climate action, discusses the global energy transition, and explores the challenges and opportunities in accelerating renewable energy deployment worldwide.

Selwin Hart joins Ben Backwell, CEO of GWEC and Chair of the Global Renewables Alliance for the latest episode of Wind. Powering The Future. The podcast that explores how wind energy will shape the world around us, and build a clean, secure energy system that transforms energy access, energy security and combats climate change.

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GWEC's Offshore Wind Podcast is hosted by Stewart Mullin, GWEC's Chief Industry Officer, and Rebecca Williams, GWEC's Deputy CEO, who leads on all GWEC's Offshore Wind work.

The podcast, or 'show' as Stewart still likes to call it, features leading voices from across the sector, whether that is large OEMs, key supply chain manufacturers or political leaders driving policy, to talk about how we can all work together to deliver on offshore wind's enormous potential.

Follow Stewart on LinkedIn here
Follow Rebecca on LinkedIn here and Instagram here
Follow GWEC on LinkedIn here and Instagram here

"Offshore wind comes with its own risks."

In this episode, Stewart Mullin speaks with Marta Januszewska, New Markets and New Services Lead at Oil Spill Response Ltd, about the importance of emergency preparedness in the offshore wind industry. They discuss the challenges faced by the industry, the need for collaboration among stakeholders, and the role of technology in enhancing emergency response.

Marta shares her background in oceanography and political science, highlighting her passion for energy transition and environmental protection. The conversation also touches on the impact of climate change, the responsibilities of governments and industry, and the future of offshore wind markets.

GWEC's Offshore Wind Podcast is hosted by Stewart Mullin, GWEC's Chief Industry Officer, and Rebecca Williams, GWEC's Deputy CEO, who leads on all GWEC's Offshore Wind work.

The podcast, or 'show' as Stewart still likes to call it, features leading voices from across the sector, whether that is large OEMs, key supply chain manufacturers or political leaders driving policy, to talk about how we can all work together to deliver on offshore wind's enormous potential.

Follow Stewart on LinkedIn here
Follow Rebecca on LinkedIn here and Instagram here
Follow GWEC on LinkedIn here and Instagram here