Breaking the brass ceiling — women are the future of the global energy sector

Daily Maverick | 23.03.2026 05:09
The career possibilities for women in the energy sector are incredibly exciting right now. Globally, the sector is undergoing rapid innovation and growth. Energy includes everything from power generation to transport, and from oil, coal and nuclear to gas and renewable sources. It needs experts in engineering, the sciences, information technology, logistics, accounting and a huge range of support services. And energy companies are actively seeking more women to fill these roles.