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16/03/2026His Majesty the King presents the Iberdrola Scholarships, which promote talent and employability His Majesty the King presided this morning over the ceremony for the 2025–2026 Iberdrola Scholarships , accompanied by Iberdrola’s Chairman , Ignacio Galán, and the Spanish Minister for Digital Transformation and the Civil Service, Óscar López Águeda. The grants aim to promote excellence in education, professional development and improved employability. The initiative forms part of Iberdrola’s people management policies, which have been recognised with the Top Employer Enterprise certification for the second consecutive year. The company has also repeatedly been ranked as the organisation in the sector with the greatest ability to attract and retain talent in Spain, according to the Merco Talento study. In addition, Iberdrola has been awarded the Great Place to Work (GPTW) certification in Brazil, recognising it as one of the best companies to work for in the country. “Through our scholarships, we promote training and employment for professionals in a key sector that is experiencing the greatest cycle of investment and growth in its history thanks to electrification. Through this programme, hundreds of people have already received training in network technologies, energy generation and storage, as well as in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence,” explained Ignacio Galán. The chairman also highlighted that the awarding of the scholarships takes place in a particularly significant year for the company. “We are celebrating 125 years of commitment to people, working alongside leading academic institutions — from which we recruited 4,500 professionals last year — with supplier companies that generate half a million jobs worldwide linked to our activity, 125,000 of them in Spain, and with foundations and NGOs with which we carry out extensive social initiatives, while also promoting values such as equality through sport. “In a complex world, it is more important than ever for committed companies such as Iberdrola to continue investing in talent and in a better future for everyone.” Iberdrola Scholarships, a demonstration of the Group’s commitment to society The awarding of these scholarships is another example of Iberdrola’s commitment to progress and its firm determination to continue creating opportunities for growth. By 2028, the Group plans to recruit 15,000 professionals, allocate €65 billion to purchases from suppliers, and generate €40 billion in tax contributions. The event also included a round-table discussion on the importance of talent in driving economic growth and social development, featuring Jim McDonald, Rector and Vice-Chancellor Emeritus of the University of Strathclyde; Javier Ormazabal, Chairman of Ormazabal and Grupo Velatia; Begoña Arana, Founder and Managing Director of Betania; and Sandra Sánchez, Olympic, World and European karate champion. The ceremony took place at Iberdrola’s Innovation and Training Campus in Madrid, a facility dedicated to preparing professionals to meet the demands of a constantly evolving society and, in particular, the challenges of a strategic sector such as energy. Approximately 13,000 people pass through its classrooms each year. A programme to attract the sector’s future leaders The Iberdrola Scholarships have become one of the main channels for attracting talent to the company, offering internships and career opportunities in the various countries where the Group operates. Iberdrola awards scholarships and training opportunities in several areas: * Iberdrola International Master’s Scholarships, aimed at specialisation in strategic disciplines for the energy sector at universities in Spain and the United Kingdom, including the Universidad Pontificia Comillas, the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, the University of Salamanca, the University of Strathclyde, Imperial College London, the University of Rochester and the University of Connecticut. * Smart Grids Master’s Internship Scholarships, designed to train experts in smart grids by combining academic study with a subsequent placement in Spain. * ICAI Scholarships, supporting high-potential university students in disciplines related to the energy sector. * Graduate Programme, designed to recruit recent graduates – or professionals with up to two years’ experience – with technical profiles through a two-year development programme that includes international experience in Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States. * University, Technical and Project Management Apprenticeship Programmes, as well as the Power Academy Programme in electrical engineering, run in the United Kingdom. * Iberdrola Electricians’ Schools in Brazil, which train the company’s technical operators and include dedicated programmes for women. This initiative has been recognised by the World Economic Forum and the United Nations. * EXE STEM Women Scholarships, which promote educational leadership and scientific and technological careers among girls from vulnerable backgrounds. * Advanced Cybersecurity Training Programme, in Spain. * Restoration Scholarships at the Prado National Museum and the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, a two-year programme for specialists in the conservation of artistic heritage. * ADOP Plan Scholarships, designed to facilitate the career transition of Paralympic athletes through academic training, whether at university, vocational training or other educational pathways. * Fundación Carolina Scholarships, aimed at graduates from Latin America and Portugal interested in pursuing advanced studies in energy and environmental fields at Spanish universities. READ MORE
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10/03/2026 - 10:02 UTC +01:00ScottishPower and the University of Glasgow announce new collaboration The partnership between ScottishPower Energy Networks –the distribution arm of ScottishPower, a subsidiary of the Iberdrola Group in the United Kingdom – and the University of Glasgow has been renewed to establish a sector-leading Cyber Defence Laboratory. This strategic partnership will fund doctoral and postgraduate programmes and help develop the digital, data analytics, cybersecurity, and AI capabilities required to deliver a resilient, net-zero electricity system. The collaboration aims to strengthen the UK electricity grid, improve outcomes for customers, and support the broader mission of decarbonising the UK. You can read the full story at the ScottishPower Energy Networks Media room. READ MORE
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02/03/2026 - 10:29 UTC +01:00Iberdrola launches the 17th edition of its International Master’s Scholarship Programme Iberdrola has today opened applications for the 2026–2027 academic year of its International Master’s Scholarship Programme. In the year marking its 125th anniversary, the company further strengthens its longstanding commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting academic excellence in support of a safe, efficient and sustainable energy model based on electrification. Now in its 17th edition, the programme is aimed at university graduates and final-year students seeking to develop the skills required to address the challenges of a strategic sector undergoing rapid transformation. Through this initiative, Iberdrola supports specialisation in key disciplines essential to the electrification of the economy, including engineering, business administration, computer science, electricity networks, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, digitalisation, data analytics, mathematics, and information and communication technologies, among others. Scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to pursue master’s degrees at nearly twenty leading universities and technology institutes. The academic offering includes internationally renowned institutions such as the University of Edinburgh, the University of Strathclyde and Imperial College London in the United Kingdom. In Spain, participating institutions include the Universidad Pontificia Comillas, the Universidad de Salamanca, the Universidad del País Vasco, the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid and the Universitat Politècnica de València, among others. The application period will remain open until 29 March 2026. Further details on eligibility requirements and the application process are available on the programme’s official website: International Master's Scholarship Programme 2026. Upon completion of their studies, scholarship recipients will be eligible to apply for internships and job vacancies across the countries in which the Iberdrola Group operates, depending on their academic background and area of specialisation. In this way, the programme combines top-tier academic training with tangible career opportunities at Europe’s largest electricity company by market capitalisation and the second largest worldwide. Since its launch nearly two decades ago, the initiative has supported numerous young professionals in advancing their careers through master’s and postgraduate studies or research at prestigious international institutions. The programme has played a key role in fostering a new generation of highly qualified professionals prepared to lead a strategic, innovative sector offering significant long-term growth opportunities. READ MORE
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30/01/2026 - 12:40 UTC +01:00Avangrid renews collaboration with Yale to drive energy innovation Avangrid, Iberdrola Group’s subsidiary in the United States , announced in late January the renewal of its collaboration agreement with Yale University in Connecticut. Avangrid CEO José Antonio Miranda attended the ceremony and pledged the company’s continued support for Yale’s innovative research, which is helping to drive a smarter energy future while strengthening energy reliability and adaptability in an ever-evolving energy landscape. The collaboration between Avangrid and Yale, which began in 2019, has recently supported research topics such as the adoption of heat pumps, energy storage and energy policy. To date, the collaboration has delivered high-impact projects with real-world potential, including an assessment of the feasibility of integrating solar energy in Connecticut, a study of network benefits for grid interconnections and the creation of a bespoke leadership programme for Avangrid executives. You can read the full story in Avangrid’s communication room . READ MORE
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15/01/2026 - 09:29 UTC +01:00Iberdrola, the only global energy company to earn the Top Employer Enterprise Seal for the second consecutive year Iberdrola has been awarded the Top Employer Enterprise Seal for the second consecutive year, consolidating its position as the only global energy company to hold this distinction. The certification, granted by the Top Employers Institute, recognises the Group’s excellence in people management and its sustained commitment to talent development across its international footprint, following a rigorous and comprehensive evaluation process. As part of this assessment, Iberdrola successfully completed ten independent audits in Spain, the United Kingdom, the United States, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, France, Italy, Australia and Greece. These audits confirm the robustness of the Group’s human resources policies and their effective adaptation to local needs and strategic priorities in each market. Iberdrola is also the only European energy company to have received the Top Employer Enterprise Seal for a second time. This distinction is reserved exclusively for organisations certified in at least ten countries across different continents. In addition, the Group was awarded the Regional Blue Seal for Europe, reflecting its six certified companies in the region, as well as the National Red Seal in each of the ten countries mentioned above. Globally, Iberdrola has improved its overall score by more than four percentage points compared to the previous year, exceeding the average standards of the energy and utilities sector and strengthening its position as an international benchmark. In this latest edition, nearly 2,500 organisations worldwide were certified as Top Employers in one of the three categories. Of these, 68 operate in the energy sector, yet none have achieved the Top Employer Enterprise Seal. To determine the awards, the Top Employers Institute assessed candidates’ responses to more than 240 questions covering key areas such as people strategy, talent attraction, learning and development, career growth, leadership and employee well-being. Only practices implemented across at least 80% of the workforce are considered in the final evaluation. With more than 30 years of experience, the Top Employers Institute is recognised as the global authority in human resources certification, benchmarking and advisory services. READ MORE
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18/12/2025Avangrid organises its 4th annual Energy Innovation Hackathon Avangrid, the US subsidiary of the Iberdrola Group , has held its 4th annual Energy Innovation Hackathon, demonstrating its commitment to talent as the company's foundation. This year brought together 181 students from 16 universities across the country, demonstrating Avangrid's growing confidence in attracting innovative talent nationwide. The uptick in participation compared to previous years reinforces a fundamental belief the company has: talent thrives where opportunity exists, where innovation has a real impact, and where Avangrid listens to and empowers talent across the United States. A panel of ten experts from different areas within Avangrid served as judges for the competition. You can read the full story in the Avangrid Press Room . READ MORE
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25/11/2025 - 12:29 UTC +01:00Iberdrola appoints Inés Bergua as ambassador for women's sport in Spain Iberdrola España, the Group's subsidiary in the country , has added gymnast Inés Bergua to its Iberdrola Ambassadors programme, which comprises a selection of 35 athletes and role models who promote female visibility and leadership in sport and whom the company seeks to give as much exposure as possible in the media and on social networks. Since 2016, the Iberdrola Group has championed support for women's sport as part of its social commitment. It currently sponsors 35 national federations in Spain and lends its name to more than 100 competitions. Thanks to its commitment over the last nine years, the number of female members of these federations has increased by more than 80% to nearly 820,000. You can read the full story in the Iberdrola España Media Room. READ MORE
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17/11/2025 - 13:09 UTC +01:00Iberdrola and Neoenergia promote a meeting with young climate leaders to boost green jobs During COP30 , Iberdrola and Neoenergia, the Group's subsidiary in Brazil , held the Youth Dialogue on Green Employment Opportunities in Belém (PA). The meeting highlighted how the transition to a green economy opens up new career opportunities for young people and the challenges of taking advantage of them. Seven young people from the PerifaConnection and Observatório das Baixadas projects participated in a direct conversation with company executives about career prospects in this scenario. A study conducted by LinkedIn showed the need to double the number of professionals focused on green jobs by 2050. And Brazil has the potential to fill this gap: data from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) show that the country ranks fourth in the world in terms of the number of young people between the ages of 18 and 24 who are neither working nor studying. You can read the full story in Neoenergia's Media Room. READ MORE
