Energy Innovation – Blending Learning Expertise to Power Workforce Transition in Wind Energy
Energy Innovation is a GWO-accredited training provider and subject matter expert specialising in the energy sector. Based in Norway, the company delivers innovative blended learning programmes for the renewable energy industry, alongside dedicated wind technology education programmes for both reskilling and upskilling. Together, these offerings help build a safe, skilled and future-ready workforce.
As the world strives towards net zero, wind power has become one of the most important sources of green energy. However, the success of the renewable energy transition depends on people as much as technology. Across the wind sector, demand for skilled workers is rapidly outpacing supply.
For example, a single 1.5 GW offshore wind farm in Norway will require around 20,000 full-time employee man-years over its 41-year lifespan, largely in specialist roles. The Global Wind Energy Council estimates that in total more than 500,000 new wind technicians must be trained by 2030.
To help address this challenge, Mintra has partnered with Energy Innovation to develop an online learning programme that introduces learners to the fundamentals of wind energy and supports career transitions into the renewables sector.
Frank Emil Moen, CEO, Energy InnovationWorking with Mintra was highly effective. Their expertise brought our ideas to life and resulted in a learning solution that truly meets the needs of the industry. "
The Challenge
Energy Innovation recognised a growing gap between industry demand and workforce readiness. While interest in wind energy careers is increasing, many potential entrants lack access to clear, structured information on the sector, its safety standards and operational foundations.
Although information is widely available online, it is often fragmented, inconsistent or poorly presented. Misconceptions and subjective viewpoints further complicate understanding, creating barriers for individuals considering a move into renewables. What was needed was a consolidated, credible and accessible training solution that could provide a clear entry point into the industry.
“There is a real risk of a workforce shortfall unless we act now. Our collaboration with Mintra is central to addressing this challenge,” said Frank Emil Moen, CEO & Managing Partner, Energy Innovation.
Krzysztof Komorowski, Senior Content Manager, Energy Innovation
The Approach
Senior leaders from Mintra and Energy Innovation agreed to collaborate on a suite of online courses designed to support skills development and workforce transition into wind energy. The shared ambition was to deliver a well-rounded learning experience that combined historical context, environmental and social insight, and essential technical understanding.
A joint project team was established in summer 2024, bringing together Energy Innovation’s subject matter experts with Mintra’s digital learning specialists. Working in close partnership, the teams collaborated throughout discovery, design and development to produce a suite of three eLearning courses, completing the project in early 2025.
“Collaborating with the Mintra team on this project has been a pleasure. Together, we combined our expertise and shared passion for learning to create something impactful,” said Krzysztof Komorowski, Senior Content Manager, Energy Innovation.
Marvin Bielek, Senior Project Manager & Instructional DesignerTheir continued input allowed us to shape the courses into a clear, engaging learning journey that brings together technical, environmental and social perspectives in a way that’s accessible for learners. "
Discovery & Scoping
From the outset, Mintra worked closely with Energy Innovation to define clear business goals and success criteria. The objective was to create accessible, high-quality and technically credible courses that introduce complex wind energy concepts to a clearly defined audience. The courses also needed to be commercially viable, balancing depth of learning with engagement and time commitment.
“The project began with a high-level outline to establish scope and direction, followed by collaborative workshops and iterative feedback cycles. Energy Innovation supplied extensive source material, including detailed documentation, illustrations, data and supporting case studies,” said Marvin Bielek, Instructional Designer at Mintra.
Mintra’s instructional and learning design teams reviewed and refined this content, reshaping it into a structured, learner-focused journey. Highly technical details were simplified or reframed where necessary, ensuring content remained accurate without becoming overwhelming.
Development progressed in parallel, with Mintra building the first course while Energy Innovation prepared content for subsequent modules. Energy Innovation acted as subject matter experts throughout, working closely with Mintra’s instructional designers to translate their crucial knowledge and experience into engaging eLearning scripts. Mintra’s learning design team then transformed the words into multimedia, with audio, visuals and animation, supported by quality assurance to ensure accuracy, consistency and appropriate technical depth.
Early agreement on a three-course structure helped maintain focus. Topics, learning flow, section length and depth were carefully defined, with each course taking approximately four to six months to develop. Throughout, the learner remained central to every decision. Courses are presented in English and designed to be intuitive and accessible, combining text, audio and visuals. Content builds progressively from core principles to more advanced topics, enabling learners with varying levels of prior knowledge to build confidence and understanding.
Technology & Delivery
The courses are hosted on Mintra’s Trainingportal and distributed via the Mintra Marketplace, providing broad access for both existing customers and new learners. Built to SCORM 2004 standards, the courses are also compatible with external learning management systems (LMS), including platforms such as SuccessFactors and Cornerstone, through connector files.
Learner progress is automatically tracked, allowing users to pause and resume learning, with completion data reported back to the LMS. Course providers can access performance dashboards and tailored reports as required. The courses are compatible across desktop, tablet and mobile devices, with offline functionality available for low-bandwidth and remote environments, including onboard installations. Certificates are issued automatically on completion, with QR code validation for verification.
The SCORM-based architecture also enables straightforward integration with HR, competence, crew and fleet management systems via APIs, supporting long-term scalability and future expansion.
The Result
A comprehensive suite of three online courses, totalling 3.5 hours of learning, covering both onshore and offshore wind was created. Courses can be taken individually or as a complete programme, providing flexible pathways for learners with different knowledge needs.
Course modules include:
Each course features a clear structure, engaging multimedia design and up-to-date content with Energy Innovations’ highest learning standards.
“By combining Mintra’s digital learning capabilities with our blended training approach, we are delivering high-standard training, with true global reach,” said Frank Emil Moen at Energy Innovation.
The Mintra Advantage
Mintra’s Trainingportal digital learning and competency platform delivers scalable, multilingual training to more than 2.8 million users worldwide. By combining robust technology with subject-matter expertise, Mintra ensures that industry-aligned content is accessible anytime, anywhere.
The Impact
The collaboration with Mintra has extended Energy Innovation’s reach to learners and employers across every region engaged in the renewable energy transition.
The eLearning suite has delivered immediate value to multiple audiences, including:
- Entry-level technicians starting their careers in the wind industry
- Professionals transitioning from oil and gas, seafaring or construction
- Managers seeking a concise overview of the wind industry’s technical, environmental and social landscape
Learners gain insight into workforce opportunities, transferable skills and the real-world application of wind energy principles.
Participant feedback demonstrates a strong impact, with the majority of learners reporting that the courses delivered substantial knowledge and practical insight. Users also highlighted the platform's ease of access, contributing to a smooth and engaging learning experience. Crucially, most respondents said they would recommend the courses to others, underlining both the quality of the content and the effectiveness of the training in supporting workforce capability.
“We are delighted with the outcome of the eLearning courses. Their accessibility, engaging presentation and visual design truly set them apart.”
Krzysztof Komorowski, Energy Innovation
“Working with Mintra was highly effective. Their expertise brought our ideas to life and resulted in a learning solution that truly meets the needs of the industry.”
Frank Emil Moen, Energy Innovation
Kjetil Flood, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)Our customers have the fundamental knowledge to seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry and opens the door for us to create GWO-certified blended courses in the future. "
Looking Ahead
By delivering scalable digital learning at an equivalent level to GWO standards, Mintra and Energy Innovation are helping to close critical skills gaps across the wind sector. The eLearning suite supports workforce development today while laying the foundation for future GWO-certified blended programmes, extending reach across the renewables landscape.
Building on this success, the partnership plans to expand into advanced topics such as offshore safety, turbine maintenance and grid integration, creating a full digital learning pathway from entry-level awareness to specialist certification.
“This partnership is an important step into the wind energy sector for Mintra. It ensures our customers have the fundamental knowledge to seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry and opens the door for us to create GWO-certified blended courses in the future.”
Kjetil Flood, Chief Commercial Officer, Mintra
