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Climate Strategy Associate

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Carbon Direct

Carbon Direct

51-200 employees

Provides carbon reduction and removal expertise

Social Impact
Energy

Compensation Overview

$67k - $121kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Remote in USA + 2 more

Category
Strategy Development
Business Development
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Communications
Management
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Professional experience in sustainability consulting, decarbonisation, climate change mitigation, or a related field, preferably working with high-profile clients, including publicly-traded companies.
  • A Masters or equivalent degree in a relevant scientific discipline such as environmental science, chemistry, physics, sustainability, or a related field; or a Bachelor’s degree in one of these fields and equivalent additional experience.
  • Significant experience developing executive-level presentations (using Google Slides or Powerpoint), briefing memos, and other materials with clear narratives, along with writing associated talking points.
  • Strong understanding of sustainability frameworks, industry standards, and environmental regulations, including science-based targets (i.e., via SBTi), greenhouse gas accounting methodologies (e.g., GHG Protocol), carbon markets bodies (e.g., IC-VCM and VCMi), and climate action frameworks (e.g., Paris Agreement).
  • Ability to undertake macroeconomic assessments of climate technologies in global market conditions.
  • Track record of developing and implementing successful sustainability strategies for diverse clients, ideally within sectors such as professional services, energy, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, aviation, or healthcare.
  • Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply scientific principles to complex environmental challenges and develop practical solutions. Prior experience with modeling is preferred, but not required.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical audiences and build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. Strong English writing and proofreading skills are valuable.
  • Strong project management abilities, including the capacity to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, meet deadlines, and allocate resources efficiently.
Responsibilities
  • Advise and consult with clients on carbon management and sustainability strategies, considering their unique business objectives, industry regulations, and market dynamics, drawing upon expertise from across Carbon Direct.
  • Lead workstreams or sub-workstreams to deliver net-zero strategies for complex global clients, drawing upon decarbonisation levers such as clean fuels, clean power, and supply-chain mitigation and complemented by market-based mechanisms such as carbon removal credits.
  • Support the team in delivering on a variety of carbon management projects including, but not limited to, GHG emissions footprinting and target-setting, project-level due diligence for carbon removal projects, market positioning strategies, market analysis and forecasting, supply chain decarbonisation, and sustainability reporting.
  • Coordinate with various stakeholders, including internal teams and external partners, to align project goals and timelines. Manage projects and stakeholder engagement to ensure a successful conclusion.
  • Develop and implement project plans, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
  • Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project status and outcomes.
  • Prepare and deliver high-quality reports, presentations, white papers and technical documents that effectively communicate complex scientific concepts and findings to clients and internal teams.
  • Work with Carbon Direct’s Client Engagement Managers to support business development efforts including developing proposals, responding to Requests for Proposals, and building a pipeline.
  • Generate policy insights, techno- or macro-economic insights and markets analysis.
  • Apply experience with decarbonisation to model climate transitions for clients.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in climate technologies, sustainable practices, and environmental policies to ensure the delivery of cutting-edge solutions.
  • Attend occasional industry and sector-specific conferences, domestic and international, to grow your network and stay up-to-date with the latest developments in corporate climate action and the science of carbon dioxide removal.

Carbon Direct focuses on helping businesses, governments, and private entities reduce and remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. They provide scientific and technical expertise in various carbon technologies, such as sustainable aviation fuel, reforestation, and direct air capture. Their team of over 30 scientists offers tailored advice based on rigorous research to meet the specific needs of their clients. Carbon Direct's business model includes end-to-end carbon management services, assisting clients in procuring lower carbon products and ensuring their projects have a real climate impact. They also conduct thorough due diligence to validate project safety and viability. Targeting Fortune 500 companies and other committed entities, Carbon Direct aims to help reduce and remove over 100 million tonnes of carbon dioxide, generating revenue by charging for their specialized services.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$60M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

124%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Being named in the 2024 Built In Best Places to Work and the 2023 LinkedIn Top Startups List highlights Carbon Direct's positive work environment and growth potential.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with Microsoft and the Department of Energy, enhance Carbon Direct's reputation and expand its influence in the carbon management field.
  • The launch of new tools and reports, like the air travel report and the Buyer's Guide for Sustainable Biomass Sourcing, demonstrates the company's commitment to innovation and comprehensive service offerings.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive nature of the environmental sector means Carbon Direct must continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Reliance on high-profile clients like Fortune 500 companies and governments could pose a risk if these clients shift their focus or budgets away from carbon reduction.

What makes Carbon Direct unique

  • Carbon Direct's team of over 30 scientists provides tailored, research-based guidance on carbon technologies, setting it apart from competitors who may lack such specialized expertise.
  • Their end-to-end carbon management services, including rigorous due diligence, ensure clients achieve real climate impact, unlike competitors who may offer more fragmented solutions.
  • The company's focus on high-profile clients like Fortune 500 companies and governments underscores its credibility and influence in the carbon reduction sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive nationwide medical, dental, and vision

20 days of paid time off and 11 company-wide holidays

16 weeks of paid parental and family leave

Remote-friendly work culture with annual company-wide retreats

Reimbursement for your work-from-home setup