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Equity Diversity & Inclusion Case Studies

Discover case studies on how the implementation of an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion strategy into solar businesses has benefited both employers and employees, fostering a more innovative, collaborative, and resilient workforce.

Photon Energy

At Photon Energy, our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is evident, even within our small team of 60 employees. Over half of our highest-paid team members, including board members and senior engineers, are women.

Bluefield

Bluefield developed and launched a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) strategy in 2022 which has been an on-going area of focus and commitment for the Group of Bluefield Companies.

Legally the  Equality Act 2010 protects employees from discrimination at work and all employers are bound by this law. Is that enough though? Successful businesses would argue not. An effective Equity, Diversity & Inclusion strategy goes beyond legal compliance and considers a more in-depth approach, ensuring that every individual can feel safe, experience a sense of belonging, and is empowered to achieve their full potential.

Companies that have strong Equity, Diversity & Inclusion policies and ongoing strategies in place around employee wellbeing, tend also to benefit from increased financial success, increased productivity, employee engagement and innovation within the workplace.

The Solar Industry is facing a skills shortage so organisations must pay attention to this area. Ensuring your workforce feel valued, listened to and empowered in the workplace is critical to boosting morale and achieving business success. Organisations that fail to prioritise Equity, Diversity & Inclusion risk losing top talent, face reputational damage, and could encounter legal challenges.

The Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) looks at key aspects of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and the following sections are designed to help you understand more about why Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is important in every business, large and small.