Roadmap to WGC 2026

Over the last four decades, the percentage of women in the geothermal workforce has grown from less than 10% in 1980 to 22% in 2020 – a rate that suggests gender equality in the geothermal sector will not be achieved until 80 years from now. At less than halfway to our goal of 50%, we must do more.

In the face of these challenges, WING is delighted that the International Geothermal Association (IGA) and Geothermal Rising (GR, formerly GRC) have affirmed their commitment to diversity and gender representation. The Boards of these two organizations are made up of more women than ever before (64% for IGA,  61% for GR). However, the membership of the two organizations continues to show a significant gender gap (24% women in IGA, 18% women in GR).

Our work at WING is focused on advancing women in their careers and making women more visible in the geothermal community. Action by men will help ensure that the value of women is recognized and rewarded. Today, 27% of WING members are men, and that number is increasing. Our two main goals – 50% women in the geothermal community and 50% men in WING – are two sides of the same coin. As geothermal energy becomes more visible and valuable during the energy transition, gender equality is a critical step for increasing diversity and ensuring the success of the geothermal sector as a whole.