Avangrid, Inc., a member of the Iberdrola Group and one of the U.S.’s major energy companies, has been recognized as a 2025 Military Friendly Employer, a designation awarded to organizations that excel in recruiting, supporting, and advancing veterans and service members in the civilian workforce.
The recognition highlights Avangrid’s policies and practices across six key areas—hiring, onboarding, retention, advancement, culture, and compliance—marking it as a standout employer for military talent transitioning into corporate careers.
Veteran Hiring as a Competitive Advantage
For energy companies navigating a talent crunch, veterans often bring skills in leadership, logistics, and operations that translate directly to roles in infrastructure and clean energy. Avangrid says it goes beyond federal requirements by providing pay and benefits packages for reservists and active service members that exceed statutory mandates—a differentiator in an industry competing hard for technically skilled workers.
CEO Jose Antonio Miranda framed the award as part of Avangrid’s broader inclusion strategy:
“Earning the Military Friendly Employer designation is a reflection of our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where veterans and service members can thrive.”
Building Community Through AVAN-Veterans
Beyond policy, Avangrid runs AVAN-Veterans, an employee resource group (ERG) dedicated to supporting former service members and allies. The ERG organizes career development programs, networking opportunities, and a popular coffee chat series that spotlights veteran-owned local businesses. It also plays a role in recruitment events aimed at helping active-duty personnel transition into civilian roles—a pipeline the energy sector sees as critical to workforce sustainability.
Why It Matters
The Military Friendly Employer designation is more than a badge of honor—it’s a signal to job seekers and competitors alike. As the clean energy transition accelerates, utilities and energy firms face mounting pressure to attract specialized talent. Recognizing and supporting veterans not only broadens the candidate pool but also aligns with public commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
For Avangrid, the award strengthens its employer brand in an industry where talent, not technology, may be the ultimate bottleneck in reaching decarbonization goals.
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