Young people working for Siemens Gamesa, ScottishPower Renewables and BAM Nuttall, among others, were honoured last night at the virtual Scottish Renewables 2021 Young Professionals Green Energy Awards.
The event, which would normally take place as a black-tie event in Glasgow, was hosted online for a second year with more than 300 guests tuning in to the broadcast-quality live awards show.
Winners include offshore wind farm engineer Eishar Bassan of Siemens Gamesa, for her role in changing workplace culture for the better.
Her work has seen a Diversity and Inclusion Strategy implemented across the company’s worldwide operations.
Anthony Kinsella of ScottishPower Renewables was the Innovator Award winner for his work on virtual synchronous machines, which could change the way the electricity system is managed in the future.
BAM Nuttall’s Hannah Grainger received the Engineer Award for improving the safety, quality and environmental impact of projects, and for her work addressing the shortfall of female engineers in the renewable energy sector.
The Academic Award went to Fraser Stewart, a PhD Student at the University of Strathclyde, for his work informing Glasgow Community Energy.
TTI Marine Renewables’ Jack Evans won the Analyst Award, Renewable Parts’ Ethan Lekalake the Personal Improvement category, Xodus Group’s Hannah Collings Project Development and Olivia Smith of Burness Paull the Professional Service Award.
The winners were selected by a panel of eight judges from more than 100 nominees.
Scottish Renewables chief executive Claire Mack said: “This year’s Young Professionals Green Energy Awards once again showcase the incredible talent pool we have here in Scotland.
“It is truly inspiring to see the drive and dedication of those who are just starting their careers in renewable energy.
“COP26 coming to Glasgow in November will see the world come together to map out what we need to do next to fight climate change and it’s reassuring to know that the innovation and skills of the people taking part tonight will play a key role in delivering those ambitions.
“Congratulations to all the winners, you should be extremely proud of your achievements.”
The winners of the 2021 Young Professionals Green Energy Awards will go on to compete for the Young and Inspiring Award at the Scottish Green Energy Awards, which will be held later this year.