About CEWD
CEWD is a non-profit consortium of more than 140 energy companies, associations, unions, educational institutions, and government entities working in partnership to unite energy stakeholders in attracting and developing a highly skilled workforce.
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Happy Birthday CEWD!
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Register for EnergyConnector
EnergyConnector allows industry employers and educators to digitally connect with one another for the ultimate in community collaboration.
Tell Your Story
We are putting a spotlight on the people who make the industry tick. And buzz. And hum. Let us tell your story through our People of Energy Project.
CEWD Quoted in Reuters
As Executive Director, Missy Henriksen leads the national conversation on the energy workforce. Recently featured in the Reuter’s Data center rush worsens shortages of power, grid workers she is a recognized authority on navigating the industry’s ‘energy evolution’ and building a future-ready talent pipeline.
SAVE THE DATE!
The 2026 CEWD Workforce Development Summit will be held at National Harbor, November 17-20, 2026. To stay up to date on registration information, programming, and opportunities to get involved sign up for CEWD’s Newsletter.
CEWD’s Hire PowHER Program Attracts Women to the Skilled Trades
Hire PowHER is dedicated to attracting and supporting women in energy careers—especially the skilled trades. Through our Hire PowHER website and the PowHER Hours podcast series, women will gain access to resources, real stories, and authentic conversations that make the path into energy clear and inspiring. Help us spread the word!
Support the Adoption of the Energy and Natural Resources career cluster
Industry stakeholders are encouraged to partner with educators in their community to help bring curriculum related to Energy and Natural Resources into classrooms as the integration won’t happen without action and engagement.