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Summary The Sustainability department is responsible for developing the sustainability strategy and plans for NYPA and the Canal Corp., managing performance and preparing annual reports. The Sustainability program aligns with and supports the strategic vision and New York State’s ambitious climate and energy goals. The Lead Sustainability Analyst is responsible for managing the climate and energy program areas and works on a variety of projects and initiatives. These include:   Developing a comprehensive greenhouse inventory that meets full reporting standards Analyzing energy use and greenhouse emissions across the  value chain and identifying opportunities to reduce the  organization’s carbon footprint Assessing climate change impacts and developing climate resilience and adaptation plans   The Lead Sustainability Analyst is expected to serve as a strategic sustainability advisor to business units and departments across the organization, providing...

Appointment type Recent Graduates - This is a one-year developmental program which may lead to a term or permanent appointment. Summary This position is in Region 5, in the Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Division, Air Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Branch Chicago, IL. If selected, you must work at the location stated in this announcement. About Region 5:  Region 5 Webpage Your salary will be based on the grade level for which you are selected and the duty location of the position. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities At the entry level of this position, you will: Participate in enforcement activities as directed by senior enforcement officers or supervisor. Provide technical assistance on analytical methods, sampling techniques, etc. Assist senior enforcement officers in the development of technical, scientific or engineering information for the development, negotiation and litigation of both civil and criminal enforcement...

The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) is seeking an Intern for the Department of Planning & Sustainability to provide assistance to MORPC’s energy planning and air quality program work, as well as active transportation. The selected intern will develop a clear understanding of regional planning and more specifically, air quality and energy planning.  Examples of Duties Assignments will include working with MORPC staff on a variety of planning projects with focus on both energy and air quality projects. Tasks include conducting research and developing documents. More specifically, some of the work will be related to emission analysis, updating MORPC’s solar toolkit, assisting with air quality messaging, education, and marketing. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting independent research, identifying marketing and outreach strategies, and preparing interpretive reports and presentations. The Intern works under the direct supervision of full-time...

Native Plant Trust is the nation’s first plant conservation organization and the only one solely focused on New England’s native plants. We save native plants in the wild, grow them for gardens and restorations, and educate others on their value and use. We are based at Garden in the Woods, a renowned native plant botanic garden that attracts visitors from all over the world. From this flagship property in Framingham, Massachusetts, 25 staff and many of our 1,500 trained volunteers work throughout New England each year to monitor and protect rare and endangered plants, collect and preserve seeds to ensure biological diversity, manage sites for ecological balance, conduct research, and offer a range of educational programs. Native Plant Trust also operates a nursery at Nasami Farm in western Massachusetts and manages six sanctuaries in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont that are open to the public. Native Plant Trust is among the first organizations worldwide to receive Advanced...

Service Description :  Green Iowa AmeriCorps operates through the University of Northern Iowa’s Center for Energy and Environmental Education (UNI CEEE) in Cedar Falls.  The program is looking to recruit passionate and motivated individuals for a 6-month service experience in one of our service locations throughout Iowa. As a member of our new and existing programs sites, you will have the opportunity to create plans in conjunction with city officials, nonprofit leaders and school districts, and execute projects that will greatly impact the communities we serve. The leadership and empowerment experienced as part of our program will be like no other!  Our program hopes to train the next generation of ‘green-collar’ workers through a combination of service work, presentations, and hands-on learning. Members have the opportunity to build leadership abilities through specific coordinator roles, which will allow each member to contribute their own unique skills to the...

Job Description and Duties Under the direction of the Deputy Director, Siting, Transmission and Environmental Protection Division, the Energy Resources Specialist III (Managerial), Office Manager, manages, plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Compliance Office. This includes project managers, and other professional staff engaged in the review and analysis of energy facility compliance policies, power plant amendment projects, enforcement of conditions of certification, and other policy issues related to the Siting, Transmission and Environmental Protection Division’s compliance program. The incumbent advises the Deputy Director, the Executive Director, and the Commissioners on compliance program and policy matters. Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CECRecruitmentSurvey You will find additional information about the job in the   Duty Statement . Working Conditions Due to the...

MCC’s Conservation Intern (CI) program makes a measurable difference in conservation efforts while strengthening the experience of young adults. CI's serve at partnering federal/state agencies, nonprofits, tribal offices, and other community-based conservation organizations across the region. The three-month AmeriCorps term of service extends from May - August and members gain insight into natural resource-related fieldwork throughout Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and the Dakotas.   Term Dates: 5/12/21 – 8/13/21     Living Allowance: $504 bi-weekly AmeriCorps Education Award: $1,678 upon successful completion of the program Location: Varies based on host site placement Application Deadline: February 14, 2021     APPLY HERE: https://www.mtcorps.org/joinmcc/individual-placement-programs/conservation-interns-and-fellows.html Application deadline is February 14th   Please contact staff at ipprograms@mtcorps.org or 406-587-4475 with any questions....

MCC’s Conservation Fellow (CF) program makes a measurable difference in conservation efforts while strengthening the experience of recent college graduates. CFs serve at partnering federal/state agencies, nonprofits, tribal offices, and other community-based conservation organizations across the region gaining hands-on experience. The six-month term of service extends from May - October and members gain professional experience with partner organizations located throughout Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and the Dakotas. Members in this program are exposed to the various seasonally driven requirements for natural resource-related work throughout the west. Term Dates: 5/12/21 – 10/1/21     Living Allowance: $504 bi-weekly; Health Insurance at no cost AmeriCorps Education Award: $2,417 upon successful completion of the program Location: Varies based on host organization location Application Deadline: February 14, 2021     APPLY HERE:...