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Icelandic Arctic Cooperation Network (IACN)

The mission of the  Icelandic Arctic Cooperation Network (IACN) is to initiate, encourage and facilitate Icelandic and international cooperation on Arctic issues, including research, education, innovation and monitoring, amongst public and private organizations, institutions, businesses and bodies involved in Arctic issues.  The IACN fulfills its goal by facilitating access to information concerning Arctic related activities, providing support, guidance and consultation for cooperation on Arctic issues within Iceland, and by participating in domestic and international projects.

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Independant Electricity System Operator (IESO)

Connecting Today. Powering Tomorrow.

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) works at the heart of Ontario's power system. The IESO delivers key services across the electricity sector including: managing the power system in real-time, planning for the province's future energy needs, enabling conservation and designing a more efficient electricity marketplace to support sector evolution.

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Indigenous Clean Energy (ICE)

Indigenous Clean Energy (ICE) are the leading platform in accelerating First Nations, Inuit, and Métis participation in clean energy projects from coast to coast to coast.

ICE supports Indigenous communities to be clean energy change agents through capacity-building, skills development, career training, and mentorship with high-quality and hands-on programming.

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Informa Markets

Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. We provide marketplace participants around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, targeted digital services and actionable data solutions. We connect buyers and sellers across more than a dozen global verticals, including Boating, Pharmaceuticals, Food, Fashion, and Infrastructure. As the world's leading market-making company, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year.

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International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

WiRE is proud and honoured to join the ranks of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). IRENA is a lead global intergovernmental agency for energy transformation that serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, supports countries in their energy transitions, and provides state of the art data and analyses on technology, innovation, policy, finance and investment. IRENA drives the widespread adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy, including bioenergy, geothermal, hydropower, ocean, solar and wind energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, and energy security, for economic and social resilience and prosperity and a climate-proof future.

IRENA’s membership comprises 168 countries and the EU. Together, they decide on the Agency’s strategic direction and programmatic activities, in line with the global energy discourse and priorities to accelerate the deployment of renewables-based energy transitions worldwide.

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Intocharge

INTOCHARGE is a licensed electrical consultant and contractor focused on sustainable residential and commercial projects, including electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, solar energy, and battery storage systems. INTOCHARGE’s vision is a future where clean energy powers every life, driving a mission to empower communities with accessible clean energy solutions through innovative technology and sustainable practices.

As an all-inclusive hub, INTOCHARGE manages projects from engineering design to installation and commissioning, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency at every stage.

INTOCHARGE is listed as an approved contractor with the City of Toronto, is a partnered contractor for the Save On Energy program, participates in the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) program, and collaborates with well-known brands like Tesla as a certified contractor for its Powerwall and Wall Connector.

INTOCHARGE actively partners with other companies and manufacturers to ensure the best and most optimal solutions for clients.

To learn more visit https://www.intocharge.com/

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Kick Ass Careers

In Kick Ass Careers, from a student in school to the company owner sporting the white hat there are endless opportunities and pathways in Mechanical, Industrial, Technology and Construction.

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Kikinaw Energy Services

Kikinaw Energy Services Ltd. (Kikinaw) is a 100% Indigenous-owned (Saulteau First Nations) maintenance and construction contractor providing Electrical, Wind Energy construction, and Wind Energy Operation and Maintenance services. Kikinaw (pronounced “kee-gi-no”) is located in Fort St. John, British Columbia, with a business development office in Calgary, Alberta. In pursuit of our vision to “Inspire a Clean Future in Energy”, Kikinaw serves the Wind Energy and Utility sectors.

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Kleinschmidt

We are one of only a few engineering consulting firms in North America specializing in hydropower and we have been doing it for more than 55 years. We focus on developing engineering, regulatory, and environmental solutions that benefit our clients by lowering cost, shortening schedules, and improving regulatory relationships.

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KPMG

Through helping other organizations mitigate risks and grasp opportunities, we can drive positive, sustainable change for clients, our people and society at large.

KPMG firms operate in 143 countries and territories, and in FY22, collectively employed more than 265,000 partners and people, serving the needs of business, governments, public-sector agencies, not-for-profits and through KPMG firms' audit and assurance practices, the capital markets. KPMG is committed to quality and service excellence in all that we do, bringing our best to clients and earning the public's trust through our actions and behaviors both professionally and personally.

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Lean In

Lean In Equity & Sustainability is an independent gender diversity and inclusion non profit organizations operating under the LeanIn.Org umbrella. We are a member-centric, diverse, international network of women and allies supporting and empowering women to achieve their ambitions. Our mission is to empower women in male-dominated sectors to build a sustainable future. Our guiding principles are built on three key Pillars of UN Sustainable development goals: SDG5 (People), SDG7 (Purpose) and SDG13 (Planet).

In LINES we aim to advance the global energy transition by empowering women in energy through interdisciplinary networking, advocacy and mentoring . LINES seeks to address the current gender imbalances in the energy sector and to promote gender-sensitive action around the energy transition in many parts of the world.

Our work focuses on:

  • Networking: facilitating connections among women working in the traditional and renewable energy sector but also in other supporting industries such as the built enviroment

  • Advocacy: generating and disseminating information on the role of women in the energy transition as well as organising conferences, seminars, and workshops which foster discussions and promote gendersensitive action around the energy transition.

  • Mentoring: leading the development of women mentoring programmes as well as the matchmaking of mentors and mentees within the energy sector.

  • Collaborations: We form partnerships with global DEI networks, NGOs, academia, regulators, and private corporations to advance our gender balance objectives.

https://leaninequity.org/

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Marine Renewables Canada

Marine Renewables Canada aligns industry, academia & government to ensure that Canada is a leader in providing marine renewable energy solutions to a world market.

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McCarthy Tétrault LLC

McCarthy Tétrault mission is to deliver strategic and innovative legal and business solutions for our clients, wherever their business takes them. McCarthy Tétrault is a Canadian law firm that offers a full suite of legal and business solutions to clients in Canada and around the world. We deliver integrated business, litigation, tax, real property, and labour and employment law services through our offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montréal, Québec City, New York and London, U.K. Our industry expertise and cross-practice, collaborative platform ensure we help build our clients’ competitive advantage. We are Canada’s first national law firm and also its most innovative, leading the way in reimagining legal service delivery through our client solutions and MT>Divisions to meet our clients’ evolving needs. 

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McGill University

McGill University, located in the heart of Montreal, is a world-renowned public research university with a rich history dating back to 1821. It is consistently ranked among the top universities globally, attracting a diverse student body from over 150 countries. McGill offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, with strengths in medicine, law, engineering, arts, and science. The university is committed to research excellence and innovation, fostering a vibrant intellectual community where students and faculty collaborate on groundbreaking discoveries.

https://www.mcgill.ca/

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McMaster University

McMaster University, located in Hamilton, Ontario, is a public research university renowned for its innovative approach to education and research excellence. It consistently ranks among the top universities in Canada and globally, offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including health sciences, engineering, business, humanities, and social sciences. McMaster is particularly recognized for its problem-based learning model, which fosters critical thinking and collaborative skills among students. The university is also a leader in research, with a strong focus on health and well-being, advanced manufacturing, and societal challenges.

https://www.mcmaster.ca/

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Microsoft

Advance sustainability

Climate change requires swift, collective action and technological innovation. We are committed to meeting our own goals while enabling others to do the same.

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Mukad

MÜKAD, the Association of Women Engineers and Architects, is a non-profit organization founded on February 19, 2018. It comprises women engineers and architects from various disciplines who work in both the private sector and government. The association aims to provide modern education in line with Atatürk’s Principles and Revolutions, and to eliminate the opportunity inequality against girls.

MÜKAD is dedicated to increasing the proportion of girls in education and supports economically disadvantaged young girls studying in engineering and architecture faculties. The association also provides a platform for women engineers and architects from different disciplines to come together, be aware of each other, and receive support.

In addition, MÜKAD organizes courses, seminars, webinars, congresses, and conferences in different fields of engineering and architecture, and publishes journals and similar publications. The revenues earned are used to cover general association expenses and to support scholarship students.

The vision of MÜKAD is to ensure the empowerment of women and girls in Turkey and the world and the elimination of discrimination.

Wire is proud to be partners with MÜKAD. This partnership aligns with our commitment to empowering women and girls in the fields of engineering and architecture. We believe that this collaboration will not only strengthen our respective organizations but also contribute significantly to the broader community. We look forward to a long and impactful partnership, working together to make a difference in the lives of many. We are excited about the future and the potential of what we can achieve together.

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MWG Apparel

Our mission is to provide professionals across industries the safety and comfort that complies with all safety standards and exceeds expectations. Engineering FR Clothing and flame-resistant fabrics to the highest standards ensures consistency and dependability when delivering safety apparel programs across industries. The team at MWG Apparel is safety focused, performing third-party tests on each fabric, finished garments, layers and various clothing combinations. Safety is our highest priority and we strive to provide the most transparent documentation of all tests and data.

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Nashmyat Altaqa

Nashmyat AlTaqa is a women-led non-profit impact-driven Jordanian initiative that aims to support women in the clean energy sector, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, and rationalization of energy consumption areas.

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