Interview: Juhi Marwadi

Director at Pixon Energy

The climate problem and gender inequality are two of today's most pressing issues

September 15, 2022. By Manu Tayal

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Despite the fact that the energy supply industry is largely dominated by men, studies have shown that women perform just as well as men in these roles. The industry’s decision to hire women challenges long-held beliefs about what women can and cannot do.

In an exclusive interaction series with women influencers in the power sector, Manu Tayal, Associate Editor, Energetica India, interacted with Juhi Marwadi, Director, Pixon Energy. Here’re some edited excerpts from that interaction:

Que: Kindly tell Energetica India readers in brief about yourself, your educational background, achievements, and how has been your journey so far as a woman.

Ans: I am Juhi Marwadi - Director of Pixon Energy Limited. Regarding my educational history, I completed my master’s in business administration and general management from the University of Leeds in London, United Kingdom.

I’ve spent the last seven years exploring the financial and educational sectors with MSFL and Marwadi University respectively, and now I’m working with the renewable energy industry to bring change.

Recently, I received the award under the ‘Young Professional’ category at the RenewX, 2022 event. These gratifications spur me to always seek out new opportunities and prospects.


Que: In your view, how more women’s participation can be achieved in contributing toward a sustainable future?

Ans: The climate problem and gender inequality are two of today’s most pressing issues. It’s time to start working on solutions as we gain a deeper understanding of the crucial connections between gender, social equity, and climate change.

I believe in boosting the representation of women in leadership and decision-making to rebalancing the work and productive resources. Women’s leadership and representation tend to be key factors in better environmental outcomes, both locally and internationally.

In many companies, women have been crucial contributors to the global environmental movement when viewed broadly.

Given the interconnected nature of political, economic, social, and environmental challenges, women understand the need for an integrated approach to sustainable development.


Que: What do you want to say to other women about joining the green energy industry?

Ans: For any organisation to succeed or reach its goals, your position is crucial. You will face many obstacles on the route to accomplishing your objectives, but by working together to find solutions, we can make our way simpler.

Despite making up 48 percent of the worldwide workforce, women only hold 22 percent of positions in energy production and delivery, according to the International Energy Agency.

Increased access to energy may also be facilitated by a female workforce. Women participate in different social networks than males do, so firms can reach out to more families by incorporating them.

Despite the fact that the energy supply industry is largely dominated by men, studies have shown that women perform just as well as men in these roles. The industry’s decision to hire women challenges long-held beliefs about what women can and cannot do.


Que: How do you see the challenge of the availability of the right kind of skilled manpower in the renewables industry? What more could be done to tap this as an opportunity?

Ans: Initially, there weren’t many firms in the solar sector of the renewable energy industry, but as the number of industries grow, it becomes more difficult to find experienced or qualified workers because every company wants employees with good experience. I think the renewable energy sector will have a good amount of skilled labour in the coming years.

As for now, I believe the human resources department should focus on giving the workforce appropriate training and consideration while allocating them to the renewable industry.


Que: Biggest supporter and critic who helped you in making you stronger?

Ans: My biggest source of support is my family. They have consistently pushed me to succeed in life and have given me their unwavering support.


Que: In your view, what could be the reason behind few women found in leadership roles in the renewable energy space?

Ans: Gender inequality is acknowledged as a barrier to economic progress, and boosting women’s participation in the workforce and leadership positions have been shown to have positive effects.

However, numerous obstacles still restrict women from working in the energy sector. It has been asserted that workplace gender diversity, notably in the energy sector, and company performance are related. According to studies, this is due to the unique difficulties and barriers that women encounter while trying to enter the profession and advance their careers.


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