Globally, women hold less than one-third of roles in science and advanced technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. In Greece, the representation rates of women in STEM fields are significantly lower. Women continue to be underrepresented, inadequately compensated, and often face discrimination. Meanwhile, women scientists are already leading groundbreaking research worldwide; however, despite their significant discoveries, they still represent only 33.3% of researchers globally, and their work rarely receives the recognition it deserves. Notably, less than 4% of Nobel Prizes in Science have been awarded to women, and in Europe, which values inclusion and diversity, only 11% of senior research roles are held by women.
By 2050, 75% of jobs will be in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Promoting full and equal access for women in science is essential, as attracting and retaining them in STEM offers the maximization of innovation, creativity, and healthy competition, leading to the creation of technological products, services, and solutions capable of representing all users. The adoption of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by all UN member states in 2015 marked a milestone for the international community.
Metlen Energy & Metals, since 2016, has been implementing the UN's "SDG Compass Tool," identifying its relevance to its business activities and determining ways to contribute to their achievement to the extent applicable. Specifically, as the Company grows, it promotes policies and practices in its work environment that enhance equal opportunities, respect for human rights, and the promotion of gender equality. In this way, it strengthens women's participation at all hierarchical levels, integrates new employees under 30 into its workforce, and strives to include people with disabilities more broadly in the labor market, directly contributing to Global Goals 5 and 10. This initiative is part of the Company’s Responsible Business and Sustainable Development actions that support the Global Goals for Sustainable Development with a horizon set for 2030.
