The Diverse Heat Network

🌈 Pride Month may be over, but the conversation around LGBTQ+ inclusion shouldn't have to end. I'm excited to share a blog post I've written about the useful insights and key takeaways from a recent webinar I chaired, on behalf of The Diverse Heat Network. This event featured a panel discussion around LGBTQ+ inclusion in the heat network industry. The panel consisted of various LGBTQ+ professionals across the industry, including Meike Imberg, Rachael Gilbert (representing Building Equality), and Lewis McKenzie (representing Pride in Energy). Special thanks also go to Tala Baadarani for her amazing support in organizing the event. 👉 Read the full blog post below to learn about: - Why LGBTQ+ inclusion is still relevant in our industry - Common experiences of LGBTQ+ employees in the workplace - Practical steps we can all take to be better allies 🏳️🌈 Whether you're a decision-maker or just starting out in your career, every effort counts. Let’s continue to spread awareness, foster inclusivity and stand up for our LGBTQ+ community, not just during Pride Month, but all year round. Your engagement and support can make a real difference. 📖 Read the full blog post here: https://lnkd.in/eA2ZgF_X 📽 Watch the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/e37VCVDF

🌈 Last month, the Diverse Heat Network (DHN) hosted a webinar on "Uplifting Queer Voices: Empowering LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Heat Network Industry." where we discussed the vital role of inclusion in our rapidly evolving sector, sharing insights and experiences that drive us toward a more inclusive future.A big thank you to Ethan St. Catherine for organising and leading on this webinar and to our wonderful guest speakers Lewis McKenzie Rachael Gilbert Meike Imberg for joining us. Our panel of guest speakers provided unique insight and discussion on: ☑ Strategies for embedding LGBTQ+ inclusion from the start ☑Navigating personal and professional challenges as queer individuals ☑Practical steps for creating inclusive work environments 💚 We also engaged in a lively Q&A session, addressing pressing questions from our audience about creating safer spaces for transgender employees, supporting LGBTQ+ staff, and tackling unconscious bias. ➡ The importance of this conversation and taking meaningful action extends beyond Pride Month and should be a focus all year round. Stay connected with Pride in Energy and Building Equality to access valuable resources that can support your journey towards greater inclusivity. They also welcome volunteers who are eager to make a difference. Get involved and contribute to the cause! 👉 Read the recap blog and watch the webinar recording here: https://lnkd.in/exQE3YVE Bring Energy Buro Happold FairHeat Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management Vital Energi Utilities Limited Vattenfall Business Solutions UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero #LGBTQ #lqbtqinclusion #heatnetworks #districtheating #pridemonth #diversityandinclusion #equality

🌈 Global businesses are adapting to a more proactive role in championing the rights and well-being of LGBTQ+ employees. Buro Happold, a global engineering consultancy and DHN Co-founder, has embraced this change by establishing a forum for open dialogue. This initiative, known as ‘Courageous Conversations,’ aims to understand and navigate the legal changes affecting employee welfare, particularly in the United States. 💡 In our latest blog, we spotlight on a dedicated group of Buro Happold employees in the US who talked to us about the societal and legal landscape that gave rise to Courageous Conversations. Through their experience, they are uncovering valuable insights and learnings, championing this initiative for other global companies facing similar challenges. 💚 Check out the blog at this link: https://lnkd.in/dbvWnhFr FairHeat Bring Energy Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management Vital Energi Utilities Limited Vattenfall Business Solutions UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero #pridemonth24 #pride #lgbtq #courageousconversations #workplace #inclusion #equality #diversity #companyculture

🌟 What a powerful and enlightening session today at our lunch and learn webinar, which was focused on empowering LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Heat Network Industry. Huge thanks to everyone who attended and joined in this important conversation. 🌈👏 Today's discussion shed light on real challenges that LGBTQ+ professionals face and highlighted actionable steps that can be taken to create more inclusive and welcoming working environments. A special thank you to our amazing panelists, Lewis McKenzie, Rachael Gilbert, Meike Imberg, Ethan St. Catherine for participating and contributing to our webinar, your input was invaluable. The panel shared personal experiences, best practices and loads of insightful resources. We hope these discussions and materials prove beneficial to our attendees and inspire immediate action! 👀💡If you missed the live session or want to revisit the valuable insights shared, stay tuned. We'll soon post the webinar recording and additional resources on the DHN website. Buro Happold FairHeat Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management Vital Energi Utilities Limited Vattenfall Business Solutions UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Bring Energy #LGBTQ #lqbtqinclusion #heatnetworks #districtheating #pridemonth #diversityandinclusion #equality #inclusiveworkplace

🚨 Tomorrow's the big day! 🌈 Don't miss our Lunch & Learn Webinar on "Uplifting Queer Voices: Empowering LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Heat Network Industry."  Whether you're an industry professional looking to enhance your inclusion strategies or simply interested in learning more about the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals in the heat network industry, this session is for you! 🗓 Date: Thursday, June 20th, 2024   ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Join us to hear from our dynamic panel of industry experts:  💙 Ethan St. Catherine, Graduate Engineer at FairHeat, session Chair.  💚 Lewis McKenzie, Committee Member of Pride in Energy and Principal (Energy & Utilities) at Moorhouse | B Corp Certified.   💜 Rachael Gilbert, Junior Building Services Engineer at BDP (Building Design Partnership Ltd), Studio Rep for BDP Belonging, Co-Chair of Building Equality Greater Manchester, and key player in the relaunch of WiBSE: Women in Building Services Engineering (a CIBSE Network) in Manchester.   ❤️ Meike Imberg, Consultant for Organisational Transformation and Change Management at Nortal, Germany. 🔗 Last chance to register! https://lnkd.in/eFtnYfBJ     Buro Happold FairHeat Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management Vital Energi Utilities Limited Vattenfall Business Solutions UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Bring Energy #LGBTQ #lqbtqinclusion #heatnetworks #districtheating #pridemonth #diversityandinclusion #equality #InclusiveWorkplace 

We had an incredible time at the Decentralised Energy Awards 2024 Ceremony dinner last night! We are honored that the The Diverse Heat Network was recognised and shortlisted alongside such outstanding organisations and initiatives. Our commitment to fostering a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive industry remains stronger than ever. A huge congratulations to the District Heating Divas for winning the Leadership in Diversity award—well deserved! Their efforts in empowering women in the energy sector across the UK and Europe are truly transformative, creating a more collaborative and welcoming industry. A big thank you to The Association for Decentralised Energy for hosting a fantastic award ceremony. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees for their remarkable achievements! Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management Vital Energi Utilities Limited Vattenfall Business Solutions UK FairHeat Bring Energy Buro Happold Department for Energy Security and Net Zero #DEA24 #heatnetworks #districtheating #diversity #inclusion #equality

A very fancy backdrop for The Association for Decentralised Energy awards last night! It was great to connect with friends and colleagues from various projects we (Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management) have helped to fund via the Green Heat Network Fund. Special shoutout to The Diverse Heat Network who were shortlisted for the Leadership in Diversity award. We were very proud to be recognised especially in our early days. Congratulations to the District Heating Divas for their very well deserved win 🎉 Millie Cooney Tala Baadarani #ADEawards #districtheating #diversity

Join us for an insightful Lunch & Learn Webinar on "Uplifting Queer Voices: Empowering LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Heat Network Industry". 🗓 Date: Thursday, June 20th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 👥 This engaging session, Chaired by: Ethan St. Catherine, Graduate Engineer at FairHeat, will feature an esteemed panel of experts who will share their experiences and strategies for fostering LGBTQ+ inclusion. Our guest speakers include Lewis McKenzie, Committee Member at Pride in Energy and Principal (Energy & Utilities) at Moorhouse | B Corp Certified, Rachael Gilbert, Junior Building Services Engineer at BDP (Building Design Partnership Ltd), Studio Rep for BDP Belonging, Co-Chair of Building Equality Greater Manchester, and key player in the relaunch of WiBSE: Women in Building Services Engineering (a CIBSE Network) in Manchester, and Meike Imberg, Consultant for Organisational Transformation and Change Management at Nortal, Germany. 🌟 Discussion Highlights: 💪 Starting Strong: Strategies to integrate diversity and inclusion from the outset in the heat network industry. 🛣 Navigating Challenges and Barriers: Insights from on overcoming industry-specific challenges. 💚 Creating Inclusive Work Environments: Actionable steps for employers to cultivate a supportive and inclusive workplace. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to gain invaluable insights and practical advice on advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion within our sector. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eFtnYfBJ Buro Happold FairHeat Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management Vital Energi Utilities Limited Vattenfall Business Solutions UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Bring Energy #LGBTQ #lqbtqinclusion #heatnetworks #districtheating #pridemonth #diversityandinclusion #equality #InclusiveWorkplace

📣 The Heat Networks Industry Council is carrying out a nationwide workforce skills survey and the deadline to respond is Monday 10th June! To find out more, follow the link below 👇

🌈 The Diverse Heat Network aims to foster industry peer collaboration on best inclusion and diversity practices in the Heat Network sector. With the aim of building bridges and sharing knowledge with similar networks, Annalisa Guidolin, our very own DHN champion, is shedding light on the Building Equality, an alliance of construction consultants, engineers, developers, contractors, and institutions who are passionate about driving LGBTQ+ inclusion in the construction, engineering and built environment industry. 🎙 Annalisa had the pleasure of interviewing Katie-Elouise Shepherd🌈 (she/her), who is part of the Building Equality National Executive Committee and Chair of Sheffield City Region. In the interview, Katie discusses her involvement with Building Equality and the transformative work being done to promote LGBTQ+ inclusion in the construction, engineering, and built environment sectors. She shares insights into the creation of resources aimed at supporting LGBTQ+ colleagues and highlights the importance of cultivating an industry that welcomes all identities. 🎥 Watch the full interview in our latest blog to learn more about how we can all contribute to a more inclusive and equitable workplace: https://lnkd.in/e6AqJSGJ 🔗 Learn more about Building Equality: https://lnkd.in/e8Wj-riu 📰 Sign up to Building Equality newsletter to receive useful information about the network: https://lnkd.in/evBJY4tu. Buro Happold FairHeat Triple Point Heat Networks Investment Management Vital Energi Utilities Limited Vattenfall Business Solutions UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero #theDHN #JoinTheChange #heatnetworks #pride2024 #lgbtq #LGBTQInclusion