GWO Newsletter

GWO Standard Updates - Effective 10 March 2026

Important updates to GWO Training Standards. Published 10 March 2026

Full-Scope ISP Muehlhan Wind Service Joins GWO’s Community of Leading Renewable Energy Employers

Muehlhan Wind Service brings wide-ranging experience in shaping the continuous excellence of the renewables workforce to GWO, as a leading ISP for wind turbine installation, operations and maintenance solutions.

Industry Voices Gather in Toronto to Share Perspectives on Building a Stronger Operational Workforce at CanREA Operators Summit 2026

GWO joined industry leaders in the O&M community to engage in two days of learning about operational challenges, trends and workforce readiness.

Innovative Solar Site Visit Sets Tone for Training Pathway Engagement

Latest site visit to RWE’s OPEA Casa Valdez solar farm outside Madrid reflects GWO’s ongoing commitment to building a job-ready solar workforce.

Throwback to a Dialogue on Quality Training Outcomes

Reflecting on conversations at the GWO Safety & Training Forum '25 and next steps.

GWO at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026

A round up of all of GWO's activities at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026.

Statement Regarding Resignation from the GWO Board of Directors

Ann Duedahl steps down as Member of the GWO Board of Directors and Chair of the GWO Wind Training Committee.

Global Wind Service Joins GWO as Newest Leading Member

The latest addition to the GWO community of renewable energy employers, Global Wind Service is a leading ISP for wind turbine installation and service projects worldwide.

2025 - A Year In Review

GWO looks back on the key initiatives launched and milestones reached for the community in 2025.

GWO Update to Fees for WINDA Training Credits

GWO WINDA Training Credit fees will change on 1 April 2026.

GWO Announces Ralph Savage to Step Down as Chief Stakeholder Relations Officer (CSRO)

As one of GWO’s longest-serving team members, he has played a crucial role in building and maturing the organisation. Ralph will be leaving GWO to pursue other opportunities.

Workforce Readiness Must Be Prioritised to Meet Projected Wind Roll-Out

A workforce of 628,000 technicians will be needed to build and maintain wind fleets, as global wind energy capacity is projected to grow by 87% over the next five years. Workforce readiness must be elevated to the same priority level as supply chain investment, permitting reform and grid development.

Employers in the Renewable Energy Sector Welcome TAKKION as Member Organisation

New member TAKKION brings 15 years of Safety, Integrity and Transparency to GWO, as they strive for an injury-free work environment.

GWO Forum ’25: Reflecting on Safety & Training Forum and Awards

A wrap-up of everything that happened at the GWO Safety & Training Forum and Awards '25

GWO Welcomes Dennis Elsberg as Chair of the Global Solar Committee

Dennis Elsberg, VP at RES, brings more than a decade of global HSQE expertise to the Global Solar Committee. The announcement of Elsberg formally launches the Global Solar Committee. The Global Solar Committee is the result of a partnership between Global Solar Council (GSC) and GWO, who jointly launched the Global Solar Training Standards in July.

GWO Announces Finalists for the 2025 Instructor of the Year and the 2025 Young Achiever Awards

Meet the finalists for the 2025 Instructor of the Year and Young Achiever Awards. Reserve your spot for Forum 2025 now!

GWO Announces Finalists for the 2025 Training Team of the Year Award

Meet the finalists for the 2025 Training Team of the Year Award and reserve your spot for Forum 2025 now!

GWO High Voltage Standard Now Live

Following approval from the Training Committee, GWO is releasing the High Voltage Standard. The High Voltage Standard aims to prepare workers to safely operate high voltage equipment and systems under a Safe System of Work (SSOW).

Oil and Gas to Wind Cross-Skill Pilot Programme Reaches Completion

The completion of the first GWO and ECITB Cross-Skill Pilot Programme signals a promising step towards a more cost-efficient, skill-based entry for O&G workers transitioning into the renewable energy sector.

GWO Forum ’25: Meet the Industry in Madrid

Only a Few Weeks Left for Early Bird Registration – Closes 1st July

High Voltage Cable Pulling Training Nears Release

Final pilots for the High Voltage Cable Pulling module took place at two locations in May.

GWO White Paper on Job Roles Paves Way for Careers in Wind

Wind technician Job Roles initiative draws clear pathway for new talent. Employer-validated career map will support educators, guiding students towards industry-standard safety and technical training.

Qair joins Global Wind Organisation

New member Qair brings extensive expertise of its teams to GWO, to collaborate on standardised skills and training. Qair’s renewables pipeline set for 3 GW by 2030.

Pilot Tests Prepare High Voltage Training for Launch

Further pilots for the High Voltage Operations module took place at RelyOn, UK.

GWO Standards Updated for Hand Tool and Dropped Object Safety

New measures address risks from hand tools and dropped objects. GWO updates ten training standards to improve safety, focusing on preventing injuries and equipment damage caused by dropped objects and improper tool use.

GWO Safety & Training Forum & Awards 2025: it’s time to secure your early-bird ticket!

Industry training providers from around the world will be getting into gear as the GWO Safety & Training Forum 2025 get under way today.

Kicking Off a New Chapter for Solar Workforce Training

The first pilot of the GWO Solar Training Standards launched at Pearce in Dallas, Texas, USA.

Cross-skill pilot exemplifies just-transition in action

Groundbreaking programme launched to deliver a two-way transition for Oil & Gas Technicians working in Wind.

First GWO High Voltage Pilot Delivered at Mærsk Training

The first pilot of the GWO High Voltage Training Standard launched at Mærsk Training, Svendborg.

WindEurope Panel Inspires Future Talent

At WindEurope in Copenhagen, the panel highlighted career pathways and the role of education in meeting workforce needs.

Q&A with Dr. Marko Ladehoff, Chair of the GWO Audit & Compliance Committee

GWO welcomes Dr. Marko Ladehoff as Chair of the GWO Audit & Compliance Committee.

Statement regarding resignation from the GWO Board of Directors

Eloy Jauregui steps down as Vice Chair

GWO Members Elect New Board of Directors

Industry leaders appointed to help drive Workforce ’26 strategy at non-profit association. New member companies RES Group, BayWa r.e. and Ocean Winds now represented in balanced, global team

National Wind Training Guidelines on track in Brazil

GWO and ABEEólica collaborate to align industry training standards with Brazilian regulations.

Members Call for Increased BTT Bolt Tightening

GWO Training Committee Chair Ann Duedahl highlights the importance of expanding the availability of BTT and other training standards

RES joins Global Wind Organisation

New member RES will bring four decades of global expertise to GWO, as they work together to strive for an injury-free work environment.

Discover the Latest WINDA API Updates

Learn more about the latest WINDA API updates in GWO's forthcoming webinars.

Another Look at Human Factors in Offshore Wind

The latest IQT webinar on Human Factors marked the start of a year-long collaboration between GWO and Dr Ruby Roberts, Chartered Psychologist and Chancellor's Fellow at Robert Gordon University, who is currently researching the role of human factors in offshore wind.

Key Growth in Training Records in 2024

Two key trends emerged in 2024: US and Asian markets are playing a key role in the growth of the GWO training network and there is an overall increase in valid records per course participant globally.

Net Zero: Increase In Governments’ Workforce Pledges "A Must”

IRENA estimates that 88% of governments lack explicit commitment to include human capital development considerations in their Net Zero plans. GWO supporting governments with Jobs4RE guidelines to bridge the gap.

More Training Key To New Workforce In Latest Forecast

The demand for wind energy continues to grow at a steady pace. By 2028, the world will need over 532,000 technicians to build and maintain wind fleets, both onshore and offshore. Notably, 40% of these roles will need to be filled by new entrants

GWO and ABEEólica Build Training Pathways for Brazilian Wind Workers

Brazilian Association of Wind Energy and New Technologies, ABEEólica, has signed an MOU in strategic partnership with training standards body GWO. Tried and tested collaboration will provide certainty for all stakeholders, aligning Brazil’s safety regulations with globally recognised standards.

COP29: GWO and IRENA demonstrate workforce development plans

GWO and IRENA will initiate discussions of how global standards can best support skilled workforce development, in line with 2030 targets. Co-publication of the Jobs4RE Workforce Training Guidelines for the Wind Industry is set to follow in 2025.

Japanese Wind Technician Training Guidelines Unveiled

The next generation of wind turbine technicians have a new training pathway to follow, courtesy of guidelines presented today by the Japan Wind Power Association working with GWO.

Positioning Paper on Solar Training Launched

This GWO Positioning Paper provides an introduction to the key ambitions and terms of reference for a proposed expansion in opportunities to use a merit approach to safety & technical training in the wind industry

Pattern Energy joins Global Wind Organisation

Global Wind Organisation (GWO) is pleased to announce Pattern Energy as its newest Leading Member. Pattern Energy has 29GW worth of global development and active construction projects under way, as well as 750+ commercial solar projects completed through its affiliates.

GWO Announces Finalists for the 2024 Young Achiever and the 2024 Instructor of the Year Awards

Meet the finalists for the 2024 Young Achiever Award and the 2024 Instructor of the Year Award. Reserve your spot for the Forum 2024 now!

GWO Announces Finalists for the 2024 Training Team of the Year Award

Meet the finalists for the 2024 Training Team of the Year Award and reserve your spot for the Forum 2024 now!

GWO Announces Finalists for the 2025 Training Team of the Year Award

Meet the finalists for the 2025 Training Team of the Year Award and reserve your spot for Forum 2025 now!

Coming Soon- August Announcement of Safety & Training Awards Finalists

Read more about next steps for the “Instructor of the Year” Award and reserve your spot for the Forum 2024 now!

BayWa r.e. joins Global Wind Organisation

Global Wind Organisation (GWO) is pleased to announce BayWa r.e as its newest Leading Member. BayWa r.e.operates across 34 countries with a diverse portfolio of energy projects, including wind, solar, hybrid, and more.

Engage in Dynamic Discussions at GWO's Forum '24 in Sunny Orlando, Florida

On October 8th & 9th Global Wind Organisation will be hosting its annual Safety & Training Forum.

Wind Technician Training is on Track in Japan

A strategic partnership between GWO and Japanese Wind Power Association will result in new industry endorsed guidelines for wind turbine technicians

Winning Stories: Young Achiever of the Year 2022

Winning Stories from the Safety & Training Awards

Join a GWO Working Group

GWO is looking for certified training providers to support its review of standards from April 2024 to the rest of the year. Join us in shaping the future of safety standards in the global wind industry!

Solar Positioning Paper

Global Wind Organisation and the Global Solar Council (GSC) have announced a new initiative to introduce training standards for the world’s solar PV technician workforce.

Solar Training Standards Initiative launched

Global Wind Organisation and the Global Solar Council (GSC) have announced a new initiative to introduce training standards for the world’s solar PV technician workforce.

General Assembly Elects New Board

The GWO General Assembly met on 21st Mar 2024 in Spain. During the busy programme GWO member representatives discussed GWO Workforce '26 Strategy and elected a trio of new representatives to the Board of Directors.

GWO's New 'Workforce '26' Strategy Launched

The GWO General Assembly met on 21st Mar 2024 in Spain. During the busy programme GWO member representative discussed GWO Workforce '26 Strategy and elected a trio of new representatives to the Board of Directors.

Your Way to Instructor Development

Whichever route you take to improve your instructor competencies the choice remains yours

Bring your “A” game for the GWO Safety & Training Awards 2024!

Wind industry training providers from across the world will be putting their best foot forward as the GWO Safety & Training Awards 2024 get under way today.

Introducing: Instructor of the Year Award