28 jobs found

Conservation International (CI) has been protecting nature for the benefit of all for over 30 years. Through science, policy, and partnerships, CI is helping build a healthier, more prosperous and more productive planet.   POSITION SUMMARY Avoiding dangerous climate change requires transformative actions across all sectors of our society and economy, including rapid energy transition, technological innovation, and unprecedented investment in natural climate solutions, all pursued urgently, globally, and in parallel. The Global Solutions team within the Moore Center for Science (MCS) at Conservation International conducts high impact, innovative and applied research in support of advancing climate change mitigation science. In particular, the team seeks to provide solutions to ‘big picture’ questions around natural climate solutions (NCS) that are vital for informing global and national policy and that help guide implementation on-the-ground. Examples include an...

Job Summary To support our ongoing environmental consulting business efforts, SCS Engineers is looking for an air compliance specialist to become a long-term asset to our growing practice in California. This individual will be required to complete technical work, manage and maintain contact with clients, and manage the schedule and work product performed consistent within SCS’s quality control standards. We prefer this person to be based in Long Beach, but are open to them being based in another SCS California office. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Air quality permitting and compliance; greenhouse gas emissions compliance; general regulatory compliance; various permitting for solid waste and industrial facility projects Technical work may include completing calculations, reviewing compliance issues, preparing permitting documentation, reviewing data, research, and report writing as well as related services. Work may also include in field activities,...

Conservation International (CI) has been protecting nature for the benefit of all for over 30 years. Through science, policy, and partnerships, CI is helping build a healthier, more prosperous and more productive planet.   POSITION SUMMARY CI is seeking a Blue Carbon Finance Fellow that will contribute core capacities and domain expertise in the areas of carbon market and other financing strategies that promote the protection, conservation and restoration of high carbon value mangrove, salt marsh and sea grass (“blue carbon”) ecosystems. The Blue Carbon Finance Fellowship is intended to support CI institutional priorities, goals and strategies relevant to the scale-up of blue carbon opportunities that deliver significant climate mitigation and adaptation, biodiversity, and human wellbeing benefits. Specifically, the Blue Carbon Finance Fellow will contribute directly toward the design, development and execution of: (a) carbon market and other financing strategies...

Job Summary The purpose of this position is to perform duties to assist Environmental Specialists with daily tasks including inspections, field monitoring, quality control, data entry, report writing, data analysis, assist with Sustainability and Climate Control policy.  The position is for a minimum of 20 hours per week. Essential Job Functions Perform stormwater inspections of city outfalls. Conducts stream monitoring. Enter data for water quality programs and create reports. Assisting with educational programs such as Get Fit and Storm Water Education Customer service - interaction with citizens and employees Performing various other tasks as may be assigned from time to time by the Environmental Quality Manager Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED; an individual in pursuit of a Bachelor degree in Environmental, Geology, or similar field.  Recent graduates will also be considered. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License...

Conservation International (CI) has been protecting nature for the benefit of all for over 30 years. Through science, policy, and partnerships, CI is helping build a healthier, more prosperous, and more productive planet.   POSITION SUMMARY The Coordinator position is responsible for supporting the Corporate Climate Solutions Team (CCS) within CI’s Center for Natural Climate Solutions. The CCS team leads CI’s strategies and implementation of private sector engagement in natural climate solutions. The position reports to the Director of Corporate Climate Solutions.  The Coordinator will support the CCS team with account management and administrative tasks. These include research, writing and analysis that contributes to private sector collaborations with companies, sector associations, governments and communities. The position will also coordinate and support operational management of the CCS team and provide support to account managers as needed. The coordinator will...

Job Description and Duties Are you looking for an exciting and fulfilling career that makes a positive impact on California? Are you a motivated individual who enjoys solving complex issues? The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) is seeking an enthusiastic senior environmental scientist to join our talented team that is passionate about reducing organic waste. Under direction of the Climate Change and Innovative Technologies (CCIT) Section Manager in the Statewide Technical and Analytical Resources Branch, the Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist) will provide scientific leadership and guidance to the cross-disciplinary team implementing CalRecycle's climate change initiatives. The incumbent will act as the Department’s specialist for overseeing research of solid waste management activities and their effect on climate change. The incumbent’s expertise will be used to coordinate complex projects, manage climate change-related...

Summary The employee serves as a Biologist in the provision of direct technical assistance to field office staff and producers. The biologist provides technical assistance to field offices with basic biology/environmental needs including wildlife habitat management, wetland restoration/enhancement and conservation planning, in support of the Farm Bill. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Coordinates and implements Wetland Reserve Easement restoration, management, and monitoring activities. Assists producers and field offices on Wetland Conservation Compliance activities associated with the Swampbuster provisions of the Food Security Act, as amended. Gathers data and works in the field with producers, producer-contracted consultants, and other NRCS personnel, to conduct investigations for wildlife, wetlands restoration, and conservation compliance activities. Provides technical assistance to field staff and producers on planning and implementing wetland...

Locations : San Francisco, Austin, Boston, New York, Raleigh, San Francisco, Washington Oceans Climate Scientist Oceans Program Any EDF Office With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy,  Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)  is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, with programs from Boston to Beijing, has tripled in size over the past decade by focusing on strong science, uncommon partnerships and market-based approaches. You can be part of a vibrant workplace that welcomes diverse perspectives, talents and contributions, where innovation and a focus on results are a way of life. The goal of EDF's Oceans Program is to help build resilient oceans that provide more fish in the water, more - and more secure - food on the plate and more prosperous fishing communities, all over the world, even with climate change.  In recent years, we have focused on transforming fisheries...

Cleveland, Ohio Atlanta, Georgia Washington, DC ERM is seeking a motivated and dynamic Sustainability Strategy & Disclosure Consultant to join our growing sustainability advisory services practice area in Cleveland . In this client-facing role, you will work directly with senior consultants to provide support on client engagements such as materiality assessments, writing sustainability reports, responding to ESG (environmental, social and governance) ratings and rankings, and setting sustainability goals.  This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to work with an expert consulting team on interesting ESG projects for a wide range of Fortune 500 and privately held clients—helping them achieve positive and tangible social, environmental, and economic impact.     RESPONSIBILITIES:  Conduct desk-based benchmarking and research on clients, industries, and market trends.   Analyze client documentation and identify improvement...

Job Posting General Duties: Are you looking for a career that allows you have an impact on the community’s sustainability and environmental efforts? Then the Sustainability Planner position might be just what you are looking for! This position is responsible for integrating City sustainability and resiliency efforts including but not limited to comprehensive planning, environmental resource protection, transportation and public education. This position will also support various sustainability efforts within Public Works. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in planning, environmental education, stormwater management, landscape architecture, sustainability/resiliency work and/or municipal zoning code. Minimum of two years’ experience in planning, environmental education, project management, and/or sustainability. Demonstrated experience working with the public. Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Preferred Qualifications:...

Job Profile Summary BP’s ambition is to be a Net Zero company by 2050 or sooner and to help the world get to net zero! Alongside of developing future solutions for mobility such as electrification, hydrogen and biojet, we will also use carbon offsets as integral to helping our customers reduce the carbon intensity of the products we market. bp Target Neutral’s (BPTN) purpose is to develop business opportunities by creating differentiation in the sustainability space, specifically through carbon reduction and offsetting. The role of the team is to help customers offset emissions through compelling offers and help bp reduce the carbon intensity of marketed products. Set up in 2006, bpTNl has built a reputation in ‘offsetting done well’ by working closely with customers, NGOs and external advisors. The programme has grown year-on-year and enters an unprecedented expansion phase in support of the energy transition. This role is a crucial component of the bpTN offer; providing...

Context:  Works with organizing staff and partners to build local public support to accomplish Green Stormwater Infrastructure initiatives including rain garden installations and rain barrels. Advance Rain Gardens to the Rescue program goals and strengthen relationships with volunteer supporters that participate in the program and increase turnout for events. Participates in environmental community outreach activities, assists in recruiting and training volunteer leaders, and develops relationships with local community leaders. Scope:  The GSI Organizer assists in educational efforts of area residents regarding rain gardens and green infrastructure in Detroit. Works closely with the appropriate organizing staff and Sierra Club leaders to mobilize members of the local community, recruit environmental supporters to participate in community outreach teams, train community residents to become community outreach team leaders and implement hands-on rain garden installation....

Duration:  5 hours/week for 7 weeks, $15/hour Context:  There are environmental activist groups at many high schools and colleges in Hudson County. HCSC would like to help them in their efforts and plug them into existing activities and campaigns. And HCSC wants to recruit these young people to become Sierra Club activists. Scope:  This is a targeted program with a short-time frame: Building a network of youth environmental activists in Hudson County. Steve Krinsky, Program Chair for Hudson County Sierra Club, is a retired teacher with years of experience working with young people and supervising internships. Job Activities: Outreach to high school and colleges in Hudson County Develop a contact list-- of students and teachers-- at each school Create a spreadsheet of youth activists and efforts Set-up a youth zoom networking call in late autumn 2020 Plug students into existing Hudson County Sierra Club programs Knowledge &...

Position Overview About the Position We have a career opportunity for you that will make a significant impact on low-income communities, including food insecurity, heat mitigation, walkability, access to transportation, and other community resources.   The Food and Environmental Sustainability Analyst provides expertise and leadership to guide and inform long-term sustainability policies and practices in food systems and the built environment. The analyst will partner with other community members, leaders, and agencies to address sustainability issues within Maricopa County. About the Department of Public Health Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! Our Public Health staff live by our mission: to make healthy lives possible! We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus towards health equity and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff’s unique skills and differences, as well as...

Position Description The Green Infrastructure and Sustainability Planner will serve as an expert in urban sustainability and resilience planning, particularly as it relates to infrastructure design development, or regional master planning efforts targeting issues such as hazard mitigation, sustainable transportation / energy networks, community revitalization. This position will work closely with the Office of the County Engineer as part of the Infrastructure Resilience Team (IRT), a recently formed inter-departmental group tasked with developing the first "Flood Resilience Plan" for Harris County. The incumbent will engage in (or be expected to lead) a wide range of analytical, hands-on, and/or collaborative community planning-related activities to help shape a comprehensive and implementable long-term resilience strategy for a large, diverse, and economically vibrant community. An interest in hazard mitigation, urban sustainability, and the integration of green...

Position Description Do you want to make a difference? Do you believe in restoration, conservation, and sustainability of our water resources? Do you enjoy working in the great outdoors?  If so, the Monterey Peninsula Water Management District (MPWMD) welcomes your application to be the next Assistant Fisheries Biologist. This position participates in the restoration and conservation of the Carmel River steelheard trout fishery; and implements and oversees specific mitigation projects or efforts; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.  The Ideal Candidate   Be an innovative, proactive, ethical, self-motivated, friendly, adaptable, individual who is comfortable working in a dynamic and team-oriented environment. Be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills in order to perform the job functions. Have knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and...

Nature of Work Responsible technical work enforcing applicable national, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations in the City’s Environment and Sustainability Department through reviewing architectural and engineering plans, specifications and contract documents of new and existing projects. Responsibilities include considerable fieldwork primarily consisting of site visits to work in progress to monitor and verify compliance with contract documents and applicable environmental regulations. Work assignments are usually specialized in scope and require the use of judgment and advanced knowledge and skills in environmental compliance. Assignments are usually received in the form of broad instruction or general program objectives. Work includes field and office duties. The incumbent reports to the Environmental Resources Manager and/or designee and provides technical and staff assistance to the supervisor who evaluates the incumbent’s work on the basis of results...

Description Do you want a rewarding career that allows you to use your specialized technical knowledge, skills and abilities while making a direct impact in the community's sustainability and environmental efforts? If so, consider applying to the Sustainability and Environmental Manager position within the City of Harrisonburg's Department of Public Works! The Sustainability and Environmental Manager position is an exempt full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $29.53 - $33.96 per hour (equivalent to $61,422 - $70,636 annually). The candidate selected for this position will have a variety of responsibilities related to the coordination and success of the Public Works Sustainability and Environmental Division. Flexible work hours will be provided to accommodate meetings outside of normal working hours and occasional overnight travel may be required. The Sustainability and Environmental Manager will perform a variety of managerial, supervisory,...

ABOUT YOU You have a demonstrated track record of consulting engagements and extensive energy market expertise. You possess exceptional analytical skills, intellectual curiosity, and a passion to meet and exceed client needs.  You are a creative problem solver, savvy negotiator of electricity contracts with superior listening and communication skills. You enjoy a highly collaborative environment that enables you to successfully lead the execution of client engagements.    ABOUT THE ROLE The 3Degrees Energy & Climate Practice helps organizations reduce their greenhouse gas emissions worldwide through renewable energy and decarbonized transportation solutions. This role is an exceptional opportunity to bring your domain expertise to participate in the development & expansion of our practice in EMEA.  Our clients include some of the largest and most respected companies on the planet, as well as educational institutions and other non-profits.    Directors...

ABOUT YOU You are someone who loves to analyze, research, and offer creative solutions.  You ask lots of questions, take a proactive approach to helping the team, and you have a knack for clearly presenting information. You are curious and look at all sides of a problem/challenge and make informed recommendations. You pride yourself in your attention to detail. Your organizational skills help you create and execute work plans that are efficient while delivering a high level of service for our clients.      Qualified candidates may reside in a remote home office in the East US territory (North or South).  Additional regions in the USA will be considered for highly qualified candidates that are open to periodic travel (when it is safe to do so).   ABOUT THE ROLE The 3Degrees Energy & Climate Practice helps organizations reduce their greenhouse gas emissions worldwide through renewable energy and decarbonized transportation solutions. Our clients include some...