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ELEMENT14 COMMUNITY LAUNCHES GLOBAL CELEBRATION FOR WOMEN IN STEM E


lement14, an Avnet Community, has launched INSPIRE HER FUTURE, a global celebration recognizing women driving progress across science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Women are building, testing, teaching and advancing technology worldwide, yet many of their contributions go unrecognised. INSPIRE HER FUTURE aims to highlight their work, encourage more women to share their experiences and create a global collection of stories that reflect the diversity of the STEM community. “Women are shaping the future of engineering and technology every day, often without visibility or recognition,” said Andreea Teodorescu, Global Director of Product Marketing & element14 Community. “By sharing these stories, we’re creating representation, building connection and helping ensure the next generation sees a place for themselves in STEM.”


The initiative invites women at all stages of their careers, including students, early career engineers, makers, educators and experienced professionals, to share their journeys. Submissions may include career paths, projects, challenges, lessons learned and advice for those entering the field.


The celebration centres women’s voices and is open to everyone through nominations and ally participation. Community members, colleagues, mentors and allies are encouraged to nominate women who inspire them through leadership, creativity, curiosity or impact. With permission, selected nominees may be featured or invited to participate.


Selected submissions will be recognised across the Student, Early Career and


Professional/Educator categories, with standout contributions featured on the element14 Community and awarded prizes. Entries will be evaluated by a panel of community judges based on quality, insight and impact. Terms and conditions apply.


https://community.element14.com/p/inspire-her-future


he latest metrics from CEF shows sustainability is moving from long-term ambition into day-to-day reality across the electrical supply chain, with measurable progress already underway. The Report sets out how that shift is playing out in practice, with an 82 per cent reduction in scope 2 emissions, 71 per cent of supplier spend aligned to EcoVadis-rated partners and continued investment in installer training, electrification and product efficiency. Published as CEF celebrates its 75th


the report reflects how the company is applying its scale and industry position to drive practical, positive change across branches, sites and the wider trade.


Highlights from


the FY25 report Independent assurance: For the first time, selected SSV metrics have been independently assured by Jacobs U.K. in accordance with ISAE 3000 (see the report Appendix for the assurance statement and full scope).


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CEF’S LATEST SSV IMPACT REPORT MARKS A 75-YEAR MILESTONE WITH COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY & SOCIAL VALUE T


Net-zero pathway: The report sets out CEF’s near and long-term carbon reduction pathway (63 per cent reduction in scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2033; net-zero by 2040).


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Supplier engagement and product stewardship: 71 per cent of supplier spend is with EcoVadis rated partners and over 220 suppliers are EcoVadis assessed. The report highlights targeted engagement including supplier events, onsite SSV audits and training to raise sustainability capability across the value chain. Energy, fleet and product impact: 74 per cent of


company cars are now electric or hybrid and CEF continues to scale electrification and EV charging through its iCS business (with thousands of customer chargers installed). The report details energy efficiency, packaging and circularity actions across CEF’s In House brands and supplier partners. People, training and safety: CEF delivered City & Guilds approved solar PV and battery storage training, upskilling installers alongside broader learning programmes. The business supported 31 apprentices in FY25 and launched a new Health & Safety management system in July 2024 to strengthen workplace safety.


Community and social value: CEF Cares activity and long-term partnerships are delivering local impact. In FY25 CEF raised £208,000 for Macmillan and continued support for the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC), plus dozens of local volunteering and social value projects with customers and communities. Visit Electrical Engineering online to download the full report.


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