Vestas
With a vision to become the global leader in sustainable energy solutions, everything we do revolves around the development and deployment of sustainable energy solutions. Every day, our 29,000 employees help to create a better world by designing, manufacturing, installing, developing, and servicing wind energy and hybrid projects all over the world. With +145 GW of wind turbines installed in 85 countries, our sustainable energy solutions have already prevented 1.5 billion tonnes³ of CO2 being emitted into the atmosphere and contributed to a more sustainable energy system. We have more than 40 years of experience in wind energy and were the first company to reach the 100 GW landmarks for both the installation and service of wind turbines. As such, we believe we have already played a crucial role in laying the foundations for the sustainable era, and that we are uniquely positioned to show the path to a sustainable planet.
Wind energy is our heritage and core competence. We believe wind will form the backbone of the sustainable energy systems of the future, and we remain focused on developing solutions that accelerate the energy transition and strengthen Vestas’ continued leadership in wind.
The world is 1.1 °C warmer today than in pre-industrial times, and although the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a decrease in CO2 emissions, global warming remains on the wrong trajectory. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, a 1.5 °C increase in global average surface temperature will have devastating consequences for our planet, causing extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and climatic changes. The temperature increase is largely caused by the growing concentration of CO2 in the atmosphere, and energy production and usage remain the primary emitter. It is therefore abundantly clear that urgent change is needed in the world’s energy mix. For instance, according to the International Energy Agency, a 40 percent reduction in emissions by 2030 will require nearly 75 percent of global electricity generation to come from low-emission sources by this time.
To change our planet’s trajectory, the most cost-effective and immediate path to meaningful emissions reduction is large-scale deployment of renewable energy. However, as the penetration of renewable electricity increases, this alone will not be enough to avoid a temperature increase above 1.5 °C. We must therefore address the following three challenges:
Accelerate the deployment of renewable energy
Wind and solar energy only account for around 9 percent of the global electricity generation mix today;6 it is therefore clear that the deployment of renewables needs to accelerate substantially for the world to stay within a 1.5 °C scenario.
Drive society-wide electrification
Today, only certain elements of society are powered by electricity and renewable energy – in fact, only 20 percent of energy consumption is electricity.7 A key lever to creating a sustainable energy system is to drive electrification forward and ensure mobility, heating, and industries can be powered by electricity from renewables.
Implement solutions for non-electrifiable use
In some industries and sectors electrification is not feasible anytime soon. However, Power-to-X and green hydrogen are well-known solutions that show great potential to address the challenges we face – for example, by helping to shift steel production and heavy transport to renewable energy sources.
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Project Controls Lead, Offshore
Boston, Massachusetts
At Vestas we are powered by the dream of changing the world. And to create a sustainable future, we are building a team of engaged visionaries. Would you like to join us? Vestas is a prominent wind turbine manufacturing company with signifi...
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Columbus, Ohio
This position requires 100% traveling availability, It will be site-based according to open construction projects. The Lead Supervisor Group in VAME CPX. Technical Proficiency and Subject Matter Experts for Installation and Commissioning of...
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Harper, Kansas
Technician II What The Role Is Reporting to the Site Manager, the Wind Technician II is responsible for assisting in the performance of wind turbine mechanical, hydraulic, and electric component maintenance. The primary goal is to maintain ...
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Mobile Site Manager - North East
Indianapolis, Indiana
Location:100% Travel (Assigned to Various Service Sites across the North East Region) About Us:Vestas is a global leader in wind energy, committed to sustainable energy solutions. We pride ourselves on our innovative and safety-focused appr...
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St. Paul, Minnesota
Vestas Wind Technology, Inc. Technician II Multibrand / Repair Traveling position that would be based in and aroundyour geographical region.We are hiring throughout all of the Mid West as well as Canada.MN, IA, WI, OK, KS, NE, MO At Vestas,...
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Windsor, Colorado
Production Supervisor The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and directing a team in the safe execution of the daily production plan and associated support activities scheduled in their process area of responsibility. Responsi...
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Repair Travel Technician III - Mid West, US
Des Moines, Iowa
Main Component Wind Repair Technician III - Mid West Traveling position that would be based in and around your geographical area. We are hiring thought the Mid West -WI, IL, IA, IN, OH, OK, NE, SD, ND, AR At Vestas, we're not just offering ...
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Brighton, Colorado
We are seeking a highly skilled Supplier Quality Specialist Engineer to oversee the quality assurance and technical aspects of steel tower fabrication for wind turbines for the North American Market, the role requires significant experience...
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Wind Turbine Technician II-Reynolds, IN
Chalmers, Indiana
Vestas Wind Technology, Inc. Wind Turbine Technician II - this location has multiple openings available Reynods, IN - 20 min from Lafayette, IN. and only 15 minutes form Lake Safer and Freeman in Monticello, IN Offering $2,500 Sign On Bonus...
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Materials Manager, Offshore Wind
New York, New York
At Vestas we are powered by the dream of changing the world. And to create a sustainable future, we are building a team of motivated visionaries. Would you like to join us? Vestas is a major wind turbine manufacturing company with significa...
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