Wind at our Backs is a new scholarship program for women in or graduating from degree and training programs for wind technicians.
The 2021 Rudd Mayer fellowship is made possible with the generous support of NextEra Energy. The Rudd Mayer Fellowship is WRISE’s way of supporting women in the academic community, college students and recent graduates, who are interested in expanding their knowledge and engaging in the renewable energy field by attending the CLEANPOWER Conference & Exhibition. The fellowship and scholarship normally covers the cost to attend the annual CLEANPOWER Conference and Exhibition, this year’s conference will have a virtual education and networking component this June that fellows will be able to participate in.Ī virtual event is scheduled for June 4, 2021, from 1-3 pm ET that will recognize this year’s fellows as well as provide networking opportunities for the broader WRISE community. “They are models of resilience and enthusiasm and I am excited about the hope they bring to the table today.” These talented individuals are ready, each in their own way, to tackle the challenges ahead, bringing their ideas and vision to build the clean energy future we need,” said Kristen Graf, Executive Director of Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy. “After a year that was so incredibly challenging and painful for so many in our community, I am thankful to have the opportunity to celebrate our current class of Wind Power Fellows. Christina Myslinski, Northwest Renewable Energy Institute.Megan Jackman, Pinnacle Career Institute.Meet the 2021 Wind at Our Backs Scholars: Lauren Thomas, The University of Texas School of Law.Christina Ortega, Colorado School of Mines.This new program is designed to help diversify the wind energy workforce and provide greater opportunities for women and underrepresented genders in the field. In 2016, a new scholarship program launched for women in or graduating from degree and training programs for wind technicians. The fellowship honors wind industry pioneer Rudd Mayer of Boulder, Colorado, who passed away in 2002. Each year, WRISE awards fellowships on a competitive basis to women and other underrepresented genders who are college students or recent graduates. The eight awardees will be recognized at WRISE virtual luncheon happening next monthīrooklyn, NY -WRISE has selected six 2021 Rudd Mayer Memorial Fellows and two 2021 Wind at Our Backs Scholars. This data was used across the industry to make the case for renewables at the state level supporting lobbyists for appropriate policies in addition to helping to formulate the Department of Energy Wind Vision.Recent Press Releases, Stories About WRISE Previously, Emily was the Deputy Director, Industry Data and Analysis at the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) where she was in charge of compiling, validating, and translating the data at the backbone of the wind industry for various market reports. She supports her clients with market intelligence, project and developer updates, and analytical assessments of the renewable energy projects available. She is leading the charge for one of the fastest growing segments of the renewable industry, corporate procurement.
Rising Star – Emily Williams builds and leads relationships with renewable energy developers as the Director of Energy Supply for Edison Energy Powered by Altenex. “These awards offer a critical opportunity to showcase successful women and men across all of the technology sectors – to give them the recognition they really deserve, to appreciate their accomplishments, and for others to potentially aspire to follow their paths.” said Kristen Graf, WRISE Executive Director. The awards put the spotlight on professionals at the pinnacle of the industry and on the up-and-coming next generation of leaders.Īll three winners provide examples of achievement, creativity, and courage. The winners of the Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy (formerly WoWE) Awards were announced at the annual luncheon held at AWEA’s WINDPOWER 2017 this week in California. News WRISE award winners honored at WINDPOWER 2017
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