Sanela Carević named XENA – Woman of the Year in Energy
On 7 March 2025, the prestigious XENA – Woman of the Year in Energy award was presented in Zagreb. Organized by XEnergy – The network for empowering women in energy transition, this recognition honors the woman who, according to both the expert jury and public vote, made the most significant impact on the energy sector in 2024.
Technical Director in KONČAR - D&ST, Sanela Carević, was honored with this title in recognition of her forward-thinking leadership, technical excellence, and business acumen – contributions that have significantly influenced both the industry and the global energy transition.
„I share this award with all my colleagues as recognition of our collective dedication to power engineering. I truly believe that this award, along with XEnergy’s initiatives, will help shape the next generation of experts, enabling us to successfully navigate the energy transition. There has never been a more exciting time to be in energy!“, said Sanela Carević upon receiving the award.
We are immensely proud that Sanela received unanimous recognition for this prestigious honor. Both the expert jury and the public were aligned in naming her the 2024 Woman of the Year in Energy. The XENA Award is more than an individual achievement – it is a statement. It aims to challenge perceptions and break down stereotypes of energy as a male-dominated industry.
KONČAR - D&ST is a proud advocate of gender equality and pay equity – values that have been recognized through multiple awards. Most recently, it was honored as Best Technology Company for Women at the Inc. Q Best Inclusive Employer Awards 2024. This award is more than just a personal achievement – it sends a powerful message. The energy sector is evolving, and women are driving that change.
