In Germany, the number of female researchers in the electricity, gas, steam, air conditioning supply, and water sectors is projected to increase steadily from 204.6 FTE in 2024 to 227.7 FTE by 2028. This indicates a positive trend with annual growth rates of approximately 3.0% year-on-year. Such growth demonstrates the sectors' commitment to gender diversity and tapping into a wider talent pool. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this forecast period stands at 2.9%, outlining consistent progress.
Future trends to watch for include policies promoting gender diversity, the impact of technological advancements on job roles, and increased STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) participation among women, potentially leading to more robust participation rates.
