Diversity and Inclusion

At Vestas, we believe D&I is vital for accelerating the sustainable energy transition globally. We believe that our differences make us stronger, more innovative, and better equipped to address challenges. Inclusion, on the other hand, is our tool to harvest the power of these differences.

"Diversity is our wind, and inclusion, our turbine, turning potential into power.”

Sinué Salgado, Global Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging


Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging at Vestas

Female Service Technician on top of turbine

Creating a space where our people can thrive, fulfil their potential, and belong by being their true selves, is essential to create a truly sustainable organisation; one that serves our employees in an equitable and inclusive manner. That’s why we have adopted Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) as our cultural foundation.


Our DEIB mission statement

At Vestas, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is vital for accelerating the green energy transition globally. We know that our differences make us stronger, more innovative, and better equipped to address the challenges of the future.

Therefore, we are committed to making sure that all potential, future, and current Vestas employees are guaranteed equal oppo rtunities and fair treatment regardless of their background. Everyone must feel safe, valued, and a sense of belonging, and know th at their voice will be heard. This journey has only just begun - together, we will keep moving forward and become sustainable in everything we do.


How are we currently performing? Nationalities

We are proud to be a truly global company. In 2023, our company was home to over 88 nationalities.
Age

We are proud to be an intergenerational company. New, fresh insights are key to keep us driving forward as a company, while we also value those who come with extensive industry expertise and a long and professional career.


Training

We are committed to fostering a culture of ongoing learning and empowering our employees through continuous upskilling. In 20 23, we dedicated an average of 64 hours per employee to training initiatives.


Freedom of association

During 2023, 49% of employees were represented by an independent trade union or covered by collective bargaining agreements in the regions where it is applicable.


Gender

Currently we see a gender imbalance in our workforce. While this unfortunately is not unusual for Science, Technology, Engine ering and Mathematics (STEM) industries, we are working to change it. We aim to increase the percentage of women in leadership positions in the company to 25 percent by 2025 and 30% by 2030 through various initiatives (read more below). Currently, we are on track to meet our goals.