EEEGR and Equinor deliver programme for Norfolk students

Original Article: https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/23532413.eeegr-equinor-deliver-programme-norfolk-students/

The East of England Energy Group (EEEGR) and Equinor have challenged students in Norfolk to ‘Find Their Future’, as they look to address the energy sector’s skills shortage.

Sixth form students at the University Technical College Norwich (UTCN) have been taking part in a six-week programme which has seen them design a floating offshore wind turbine model.

The six-week scheme was delivered by EEEGR’s Skills for Energy programme, supported by the Dudgeon Community Fund, which is operated by Equinor.

It was designed to give students a taste of life working in the energy industry.

The winning group will be given the opportunity to present their ideas at EEEGR's flagship event, SNS2023 - Vision 2030, which takes place at the Norfolk Showground, Norwich on May 24.

Sue Falch-Lovesey of Equinor listening to UTCN students' design plans (Image: EEEGR)

“It’s been really encouraging to see businesses come together to engage with young people to champion opportunities in the energy industry,” said Sophie Skipp, head of energy skills at EEEGR.

“We’ve had representatives from The Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult, National Grid, LJ Create, Opergy and Furthermore Marketing join our sessions to speak to the students, give guidance on their designs and talk about future opportunities.“

Sue Falch-Lovesey, stakeholder manager for business development in Norfolk and the East of England at Equinor, added: “The interest in the Find Your Future programme from the students has been fantastic. I’ve been inspired by their ideas for floating offshore wind turbines which Equinor will be sharing as the programme progresses!

“Equinor’s ambition is to be a leading company in the energy transition and to create value through the opportunities it brings, including supporting young people into the industry, so our involvement in the programme is a perfect fit.”

For more information about EEEGR’s Skills for Energy programme, visit skillsforenergy.co.uk or eeegr.com