Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
NEXTogether: Our Inclusive Journey
At NextEnergy Group, inclusion is not a standalone initiative: it’s woven into how we work, collaborate, and grow. Our approach is intentionally different: rather than creating a traditional, top-down DEI strategy, we are co-creating our direction together through NEXTogether, our Group-wide journey centred on learning, curiosity, and shared responsibility.
NEXTogether reflects who we are as a business: entrepreneurial, people-driven, and committed to building a culture where every voice can influence our future.
Where We’ve Come From
Our roots are grounded in diversity.
Since the early days of NextEnergy Group, our global reach and entrepreneurial mindset have naturally attracted people with varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
Diversity has never been a target per se: it has always been part of who we are and how we work.
This is reflected in our CEO’s own journey who has experienced first-hand the richness that comes from navigating multiple cultures. As he often says, “Diversity has been a core element of my personal and professional journey.”
Where We Are Today
We are deepening our understanding of inclusion across the Group.
Instead of just focusing on metrics or yearly snapshots, we want to first concentrate on what truly matters: creating an environment where people feel they belong, can grow, and are valued for their individual contributions.
This shift is at the heart of NEXTogether, recognising that inclusion does not come from policy alone, but from everyday actions, awareness, and shared understanding.
Where We’re Going
Our DEI journey is ongoing. As we grow, evolve, and welcome new colleagues from across the world, our culture will continue to develop with us.
NEXTogether is the framework guiding us forward: a space for reflection, conversation, and co-creation. Our focus is on building long-lasting capabilities, strengthening leadership, and ensuring that our culture remains open, fair, and connected.
Our culture approach is built on two core “I”s that shape everything we do: Innovation and Inquiry.
- Innovation drives us to think creatively, embrace new perspectives, and explore bold solutions.
- Inquiry keeps us curious, open, and eager to learn from the diversity within and around our organisation.
These values also guide us in building a culture where everyone has the confidence to voice ideas, ask challenging questions, and offer feedback openly, knowing they’re in a safe space where growth is collective.
Our Ongoing Commitment
A central message of this journey is that everyone, at some point, can feel “on the outside.”
Our role as an organisation is to help people feel included, and inclusion starts with conscious everyday actions.
NEXTogether is our shared commitment to keep learning, keep listening, and keep growing, so we can continue building a stronger, more innovative, and more sustainable NextEnergy Group.
"Growing up across cultures taught me that different perspectives spark curiosity, resilience, and innovation. This is why diversity has always mattered to me: it’s not a concept, it’s a lived experience, and it’s at the heart of how I believe strong teams and successful companies are built.”Michael Bonte-Friedheim, NextEnergy Group CEO