Job Tag: Renewable Energy/Sustainability

The Sustainability Analyst is responsible for providing technical support to Smithfield Foods’ Sustainability efforts. The position will focus on collecting, reporting, and disseminating data for the Sustainability team, with particular attention given to our carbon footprint. The role requires extensive collaboration across multiple teams to accurately track key metrics, such as but not limited to production, water usage, resource usage, and GHG emissions. The ideal candidate is committed to working towards a Sustainable future, driven to learn and share, and able to propose, implement, and/or collaborate on sustainability projects across multiple business units.
Salary Range
$59,500 – $99,500
Core Responsibilities

Internal Reporting & Documentation:
Analyze data collection related to resource usage across all Smithfield Foods facilities.
Report progress to the Sustainability team on all relevant projects and their impact on water usage, GHG emissions, and other tracked metrics.
Collaborate with other Sustainability members to create reports for existing/potential customers, trade organizations and non-profit organizations.
Identify and propose new Sustainability projects based on areas of opportunity.
Data Accuracy
Collaborate with Environmental Affairs, Finance, Production, and other relevant teams to ensure all data reported to customers and authorities is accurate.
Work with relevant teams to ensure data structures are maintained with streamlined tracking and reporting.
Assist with assurance and validation activities related to our annual report and/or GHG inventory.
Support Compliance, Environmental Affairs, and Corporate Finance teams by creating accurate reports as required by local, state, and national authorities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year College or university and 2+ years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior experience with data analysis for sustainability programs and initiatives, preferred.
Advanced data processing skills utilizing Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms to extract meaningful conclusions from large sets of data.
Advanced data visualization skills – Capable of understanding the needs and levels of expertise of the audience, and tailoring data visualization as necessary.
Ability to problem solve to identify and troubleshoot issues in a timely manner; competent in gathering and analyzing information.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy as well as strong organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
May be required to travel up to 15% of the time.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Environmental Services, Water Division, Drinking Water & Groundwater Bureau has a full time vacancy for an Environmentalist III – Sustainability Program Assistant.

Summary:

Plans, implements, and coordinates a variety of programs and special projects within the Engineering & Survey and Sustainability Sections of the Drinking Water and Groundwater Bureau with a focus on providing technical assistance to public water systems related to emergency planning and response, asset management, water and energy efficiency, climate change and resilience in order to ensure compliance with established laws and regulations.

Responsibilities:

Performs technical review and analysis of new and modified emergency plans submitted from public water systems to determine compliance with security and emergency planning standards as established by Env-Dw 503.21.

Interprets and explains water system requirements related to water system resiliency to the general public, regulated community and other stakeholders in order to improve compliance and ensure sustainability.

Develops, reviews and revises training and outreach materials used to educate water suppliers and municipal officials on asset management, resiliency and water efficiency related programs.

Assists with planning and hosting workshops and trainings including managing registrations, obtaining speakers, preparing agendas and evaluations.

Performs review of grant applications and analyzes their scope of work, budget and project content to determine completeness and eligibility, and recommends appropriate action.

Prepares grant agreement documents, tracks grant deadlines and updates grant program databases.

Implements enforcement actions to achieve compliance with emergency planning laws and regulations, including drafting letters regarding deficiencies and Notice of Violations and ensures that department decisions are based on accurate technical information and applicable statute and rules.

Coordinates and shares emergency response and planning information with other agency staff in different divisions with overlapping jurisdictions to ensure uniformity in agency policies and procedures.

Assists with updating forms and posting documents on the agency website.

Continually seeks to improve practices to add quality and value in support of the Department’s mission while identifying and eliminating unnecessary or redundant actions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in environmental science, water resource management, environmental law, environmental planning, or a related environmental science. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: Four years’ experience as an Environmentalist or in a field related to environmental science, environmental engineering, water resources, groundwater management, emergency response, or a closely related field.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid driver’s license and/or have access to statewide transportation for statewide travel.

If you are passionate about the preservation of the environment and a results driven self-starter, come work for the Town of Silverthorne as the Sustainability Coordinator who will develop, implement, and monitor a Silverthorne-specific Sustainability Plan, that will align with the overarching goals of the Summit County Climate Action Plan.

Following the general direction of the Town’s leadership, the Sustainability Coordinator works independently to perform professional, technical, innovative, and analytical work to advance the Town’s sustainability efforts. This position provides leadership and coordination of complex projects and is responsible for tracking and reporting on progress toward the achievement of sustainability goals and environmental stewardship.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Bachelor’s Degree.
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
Intermediate computer skills.
Valid Colorado Driver’s License at time of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

3 years’ of experience working on sustainability or related initiatives in a business, government, or non-profit setting.
Educational background in Planning, Environment or Sustainability.
Advanced computer skills.
The ability to produce analytical reports and to interpret technical information.
Proven ability to recommend, implement, and analyze complex programs, policies, and budgets.

Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley, is one of the world’s leading teaching and research universities. Since its opening in 1891, Stanford has been dedicated to finding solutions to big challenges and to preparing students for leadership in a complex world.

JOB PURPOSE:

Strategize, develop, and lead strategic enterprise-wide sustainability programs by integrating several organizational program efforts. Lead multiple program efforts, including student and staff education, waste diversion, multiple utility conservation, carbon emissions footprint shrinkage, green cleaning advocacy, and other programs in development in keeping with the vision for the overall initiatives. Specialize in utility conservation and waste diversion areas, analytics, and outreach program management.

CORE DUTIES:

Direct and develop programs for sustainable operations, communications, and community relations.
Pursue continuous improvement to existing programs and developing new programs as required to advance organizational sustainability operations.
Provide vision and support for development of sustainability programs managed by other organizational divisions such as green purchasing, sustainable practices, and recycling.
Collaborate across campus to advance sustainability: develop relationships and complement activities with faculty, academic departments, and institutes engaged in the sustainability field.
Conduct long term infrastructure planning in the topics of energy, water, waste, transportation and procurement, incorporating knowledge from the field and feedback from others.
Define activities of assigned groups, assess staffing needs, commit resources, evaluate performance, and develop staff.
Create, develop, and manage budget for assigned area(s).
Advance participation in the community and sustainability industry by establishing relationships with key professionals and organizations.
Serve as subject matter expert on sustainable operational issues, and support media and public relations concerns; collaboratively coordinate the media relations efforts with leadership.
Direct and supervise staff and third-party vendors.
Create and make presentations to showcase results, savings, and progress.
May manage junior staff and/or student interns.
Analytical Program Management roles include: providing oversight to the data collection and reporting process for surveys, reports, and publications; managing the analysis of campus sustainability performance and cases for various third party evaluations and surveys; managing various data-driven assessment projects for campus buildings, maintaining communication and outreach related to these programs; and designing, communicating, compiling, and reporting key sustainability performance indicators, trends and metrics to various organizations and stakeholders.
Outreach Program Management roles include: providing oversight to the designing, planning, and delivering campus education and training components of sustainability programs and services, raising campus awareness of sustainability goals and practices; managing schools’ and departments’ coordination for increasing the adoption of sustainability programs and services; managing sustainability publications, collateral, website and other online presentation; sourcing and coordinating external sustainability publicity and promotional opportunities; and submitting proposals for national and regional conferences.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience in sustainability program management, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Polished verbal and written communications skills, including public speaking and formal presentations.
Project management skills including reliable scopes of work, timelines, and cost estimates for sustainability projects.
Knowledge and ability to use personal computers and common business software including Microsoft Office.
Adept at understanding and communicating sustainability principles to others and ability to integrate those principles into operations.
Capability to diplomatically bridge the gap between sustainability idealists and pragmatists to motivate and align diverse interests to advance sustainability; ability to build consensus among diverse interest groups.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities that are highly desired and sought after:

Familiarity with higher education organizational and operational structures with the ability to think objectively through initiatives’ impact in an institutional setting.
Knowledge and clear understanding of green building practices, sustainability opportunities and the technical expertise for addressing such concerns.
Ability to manage a complex and often competing set of priorities in a high-pressure, results-oriented environment. Ability to use sound judgment in following policies and procedures, using creativity to solve problems.

As one of the cleanest U.S. utilities and a leader in renewable energy, AVANGRID is at the forefront of the nation’s transformational change in how we generate and use energy. We embrace and develop clean and innovative energy solutions that will transform and enhance the economic, social and environmental value we deliver to our customers, employees, partners and shareholders, while building on our legacy of safely and reliably serving our communities for more than a century.

We have been consistently recognized externally by Ethisphere, Just100 and S&P, and others for our leadership in ethics, the environment, the communities we serve and for being an employer of choice. We were the first U.S. utility to set a goal for carbon-neutrality and we are on track to achieve our goal by 2030. We also plan to increase renewable installed capacity by more than 110 percent over 2015 levels by 2025, building upon a sustainable business model and strategy that is centered on stewardship around ESG+F – the environment, society, governance and financial strength

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director, Sustainability, the Manager, Sustainability will work in a demanding and high-profile organization responsible for working across the business to drive strategies and programs that support AVANGRID’s ESG+F strategy and positions AVANGRID as the leading sustainable energy company in the US.

In this role, you will work closely with the Director to support sustainability initiatives and drive accountability and coordination for those activities across a matrixed organization which includes coordination across the organization including Corporate, Networks and Renewables businesses as well as parent company representatives (Iberdrola S.A.) headquartered in Madrid, Spain.

In this role, you will work closely with the Sustainability team to support a holistic strategy for sustainability initiatives and drive accountability and coordination for those activities across a matrixed organization. The Manager will implement continual process improvements to adapt, improve and mature our non-financial data reporting to support ESG reporting and communications.

Primary areas of responsibilities will include implementation and coordination of activities across the business related to sustainability including reporting and analysis of the company’s progress on ESG+F goals, managing the non-financial reporting process, and ensuring efficient and effective coordination of ESG+F information and metrics across the organization. The Manager will also manage the data collection, review and submission of key ESG surveys and ratings and driving process improvements resulting from the results. This role will also work closely with communications to ensure messaging is aligned and data is accurately presented.

Primary area of responsibility will include be managing and implementation of activities across the business related to sustainability including reporting and analysis of the company’s progress on ESG+F goals and managing the non-financial reporting data collection process and leading process improvement implementation to ensure timely, robust and accurate reporting.

Sustainability is an evolving area. New regulation and global and US initiatives will drive new programs and requirements. The Manager will work, as part of the Sustainability team, to coordinate and lead implementation of the new and emerging initiatives.

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on Sustainability program development and implementation
• Builds relationships and connections across business to promote and coordinate sustainability within the company
• Manage and coordinate the non- financial indicator data collection and reporting including process improvements and incorporation of changing requirements.
• Manage coordination of sustainability reporting requirements and data collection with global Iberdrola Group.
• Manage development and submission of key sustainability indices including the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, CDP disclosure program, FFTSE4good.
• Work closely with Iberdrola Group colleagues to ensure global objectives are considered and reflected at AVANGRID level.
• Manage and deliver special projects in the Sustainability areas.

Skills and Requirements

Education & Experience Required:
• Proven experience in ESG program management and reporting
• Proven leadership skills. Project management experience
• Bachelors’ Degree required Master’s Degree preferred with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience and minimum 3 years industry experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Internal Avangrid experience preferred.
• Detail oriented and demonstrated success in implementing similar projects including system implementation and reporting experience
• Experience working across organizations including in a highly matrixed organization managing multiple stakeholders.

Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent project management, interpersonal and communications skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills. Clear communicator
• Establishes credibility throughout the organization as strong collaborator
• Bilingual capability preferred; fluency in Spanish and English in both written and verbal communication desired
• Able to work in high pressure and crisis situations with grace and composure.
• Ability to multi-task and quickly prioritize projects and work well under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Comfortable working in rapidly changing, ambiguous environment.
• Collaborative and flexible style, with an approach to work that motivates and energizes others.
• Strong team player
• Must have the flexibility to travel.

Are you a highly motivated, detail-oriented team player with a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the transportation sector? The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), a leading national research organization based in Washington, DC, seeks a senior research analyst to contribute to our research and advocacy efforts on vehicle efficiency policies.

About ACEEE:

ACEEE conducts independent analysis and develops transformative polices to build a vibrant and equitable economy that uses energy more productively, protects the environment, and promotes the health, safety, and well-being of everyone.

ACEEE’s organizational culture is collaborative and team-oriented with a strong commitment to its mission. Staff work at an energetic pace within a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. There is a high degree of workplace flexibility, with an emphasis on results, making ACEEE an enjoyable and fulfilling place to work. ACEEE is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion while weaving equity into our research and policy work.

Position Description:

The Transportation Senior Research Analyst will advance ACEEE’s technical research and advocacy efforts on vehicle efficiency standards at the federal and state levels, working closely with external partners and stakeholders to shape ambitious federal fuel efficiency regulations for light- and heavy-duty vehicles. Additionally, this position will contribute to and potentially lead research on the energy and greenhouse gas impacts of efficient vehicle technologies and policies, with a particular focus on vehicle electrification. Efficient vehicles are a central strategy for ACEEE in achieving multiple benefits in the transportation sector, including emissions reductions, economic gains, and improved health and equity.

Core Responsibilities:

Researching advanced light- and heavy-duty vehicle technologies, including electrification and automation, to determine potential energy savings and environmental, economic, and equity impacts.
Modeling the benefits of implementing technologies and policies to improve vehicle efficiency; designing and advocating for such policies.
Analyzing trends in vehicle technology, purchasing behavior, and driving behavior.
Analyzing electric vehicle charging needs and impacts.
Playing a key role in ACEEE’s research and advocacy strategy on improving heavy-duty fuel efficiency and leading the organization’s efforts to provide input to the federal rulemaking process. Supporting and contributing to light-duty efficiency research and policy efforts.
Working with internal and external partners to identify vehicle-related policy priorities and areas of opportunity for ACEEE on research and policy advocacy.
Engaging policymakers, regulators, industry, and public interest groups in actions and forums to advance vehicle efficiency. Representing ACEEE externally to a variety of stakeholders and the media as a recognized expert.
Providing technical assistance to outside partners on a variety of vehicle-related topics.
Working across ACEEE programs on projects and products such as efficiency scorecards, working groups, and research/implementation on cross-cutting issues.

Requirements

Expectations:

The position requires mastery of the technical and structural details of vehicle efficiency and electrification policies, particularly vehicle efficiency standards, in addition to an understanding of how to engage in coalitions and with a wide array of partners to achieve program and organization goals. Additional expectations are listed below.

Highly analytical and attentive to detail
Facility in constructing and using complex spreadsheet models
Knowledge of vehicle technology
Experience working on policy campaigns and with policy coalitions
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to simultaneously work on several ongoing tasks with competing deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills
Highly motivated, self-starter
Articulate and thoughtful
Teamwork oriented
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Required Education and Experience:

Master’s degree, or bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience; degree in natural or social sciences.
Background in vehicle technology and electrification policies, and demonstrated expertise related to transportation and environmental issues.
Excellent analytical, writing, and communications skills
Excellent organizational and project coordination skills.
Demonstrated experience working with a broad range of partners and stakeholders on policy issues.
Familiarity with vehicle emissions models (e.g., EPA’s MOVES) and MATLAB or Python a plus.

Preferred start date: April 2022. The position is located in Washington, DC, or can be remote.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary range is $61,818 – $77,272; 403(b) retirement plan; transportation and bike-share benefits; three weeks of vacation in the first year and four weeks thereafter.

Solar United Neighbors (SUN) is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to creating a clean, equitable, resilient energy system that benefits everyone. We help people go solar, join together, and fight for their energy rights.
About the Position

The Texas Program Director is responsible for leading the work of Solar United Neighbors throughout the state. The director will take over a successful state program that was originally launched in 2018. To date, we have organized 16 solar group buy programs, helped 250 Texans install more than 2 megawatts of rooftop solar and 1 megawatt of battery storage, and amassed a membership of 18,000 Texas solar enthusiasts. The position entails overseeing all aspects of the organization’s work in Texas, including solar deployment programs, policy and advocacy campaigns, community engagement efforts, low-and-moderate income solar projects, partnership development, fundraising, and staff management. The Texas Program Director is directly supported by the West Region Director and a team of cross-cutting staff that assist with technical solar expertise, communications, policy support, equity programs, fundraising, and community engagement.
Job responsibilities include:

Deploying solar group buy programs to help homeowners install rooftop solar.
Developing and implementing energy equity programs to expand solar access to low-and-moderate income households and underserved communities.
Advocating for strong solar policy at all levels of government and conducting grassroots campaigns to support policy efforts.
Bringing Texas communities together around shared interests in solar energy and other emerging clean technologies, such as battery storage and electric vehicles.
Communicating with SUN members and the public via community meetings, webinars, blog posts, social media, phone calls and email.
Providing technical assistance to individuals and entities interested in going solar.
Representing SUN in stakeholder and coalition settings.
Speaking to the media regarding SUN programs.
Building and sustaining critical partnerships with local governments and community organizations.
Contributing to the organization’s fundraising efforts with local foundations and donors, with assistance from the SUN development team.
Collaborating with SUN staff and volunteers on the overall direction of the state program.
Fostering a fun and inclusive work environment where all are welcome.

About You

Resident of Texas.
Ability to work remotely, with frequent in-state travel.
At least 5 years of experience developing programs, building relationships, and managing teams.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and trouble-shooting skills.
Ability to work independently, cooperatively, and effectively with the public, staff, and volunteers.
Motivated, organized, and excellent communicator.
Proficient computer skills.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Knowledge of Texas energy issues and/or experience in relevant sectors preferred.

As a senior-level leader you will be partnering with senior level executives to skillfully develop strategy and plans that will contribute to the achievement of our brand promise, business goals, drive value and deliver on our Adobe Environmental Sustainability commitments. The ideal candidate has a unique blend of subject matter expertise, public company experience, stakeholder management, project management, and problem-solving skills. They take ownership and move with speed to deliver value to our customers, employees, industry partners and community-based organizations. Additionally, they bring our commitments and goals to life for our customers, helping our external stakeholders understand our commitment to sustainability as a key pillar of how our company operates. This individual is motivated, results-oriented and committed to providing outstanding customer service every day. This individual is data driven, collaborative, and finds value in working in a cross functional and matrixed environment. As the Senior Manager, you are a key player on the CSR team and responsible for leading and executing on Adobe’s environmental sustainability strategy. You pear head the company’s position on climate action, renewable energy and other relevant environmental sustainability topics. Responsibilities Sustainability Strategist – has skills and deep expertise in our industry but also related topics such as waste reduction or sustainable product applications. People Leader – can lead a functional team of sustainability expertise while also seamlessly moving through other parts of the company to build engagement and support. Drives Vision – ability to interpret business goals/vision and translate into a strategy and executional plan that is grounded in a deep understanding of our Adobe brand, CSR goals, business, people and culture. Thought Leadership – seen as the sustainability expert, provides an informed opinion and is seen as a trusted advisor. Connects the dots on the external landscape and makes recommendations on how Adobe should show up. Can inspire others with innovative actionable approaches and knows how to replicate success. Consult Leaders – can influence the most senior levels of leadership and has the courage to provide direct and actionable sustainability counseling to executives. Impact Measurement – has skills and the ability to identify intended impact of operational decisions and process changes. Can track progress overtime through quantitative and qualitative measurement. Manages Complexity – can understand complex ideas or problems, works to identify the root cause and can synthesize and formulate an understandable and executable CSR solution.

Operates at Multiple Levels – can operate at a strategic big picture level and has the curiosity to understand, coach and manage the fine details. Can seamlessly work with a variety of teams on a single project to bring together complex programs and projects. Develops and manages direct reports and expects excellence – understands team’s individual skills, contributions and areas of development. Provides direct feedback, coaching, inspiration and motivation to engage and retain talent. Change Leadership – can navigate, lead and drive cross-functional change and business transformations. Commitment to Social Justice – has deep appreciation for the diversity of the communities we serve and the programs that we operate and fund. Brings a lens of equity to and social justice to investments and programs for partners and employees. A day in the life of… Drives, implements and oversees programs, plans and measurable goals to support current and future Adobe corporate social responsibility efforts with specific focus on environmental sustainability. Manage a team of sustainability program and project managers. Manages initiatives, reports results, and makes recommendations based on risk mitigation, brand building, media opportunities, opportunities to drive sales, generate impact and other factors. Leads engagement with business leaders and subject matter experts on specific projects relating to CSR to coordinate strategies, plans and follow through on tactical efforts. Builds and supporting connections across teams to create buy-in and drive programs and projects. Advises and guides efforts by other teams to incorporate sustainability into projects and planning. Responds to business leaders, customer and stakeholder inquiries about sustainability efforts. Manages all company sustainability partnerships and collaborations, information and data and acts as resource for team and company leaders; takes complex information and develops clear stories and outcomes. Derives value for Adobe through relationships and opportunities identified through increased external partners and events. Leads measurement and evaluation process for annual reporting and benchmarking surveys. Provides support to Executive briefings and governance needs for Adobe board of directors re: CSR goals and priorities

Manage program budgets for Adobe, expense journals and forecasting, ensuring accuracy and compliance You own this if… A Bachelor’s degree in environmental sustainability or related field/equivalent work experience. 10+ years of relevant experience in sustainability, climate impacts, waste reduction, circularity, or similar field preferred. You have strong knowledge of climate, circularity and the impacts of the business on the natural environment with a clear track record of successfully implementing sustainability strategies and road maps across large businesses that are public companies. Strong business acumen with exceptional strategic thinking and project management skills. Adept at prioritizing and planning multi-stakeholder initiatives, providing direction when needed and removing obstacles to get work done. Proven experience in partnering with Diversity and Inclusion leaders to delivery against company priorities and support partner organizations in their impact. Ability to create effective relationships, influence, and collaborate at all organizational levels. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead, facilitate, and present to large groups. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint required.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several  U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $120,700 — $212,100 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Renewable Energy – Sr. Advisory Consultant for its Atlanta, GA location. This role is responsible for supporting the development of regional energy market reports and act as an external customer-facing consultant and an experienced and proficient practitioner working with one or a number of Hitachi Energy’s Solution sets.
Your responsibilities

Lead development of long-term energy, capacity, and REC price forecasts for a region in North America (i.e. ERCOT or Northeast or Midwest etc.) and develop regional reports to support development of EMA’s North American Power Reference Case product.
Lead consulting assignments of very high complexity. Contribute to the creation of the business strategy in consulting area and ensure implementation. Conduct market studies to identify opportunities for new and repeat business for Hitachi Energy’s products and services.
Lead alignment and development of consultancy products and services to meet customers’ needs. Oversee and deliver challenging and major assignments. Approve and review tasks carried out by others. Define best practices for the business.
Work with minimal supervision. Complete latitude for independent judgment. May mentor less experienced peers and display leadership as needed.
The Senior Advisory Consultant would be responsible for:
Enhancing Hitachi Energy’s strategic consulting capabilities with the renewable developer community with best practice consulting advice
Establishes client contacts at senior level (e.g. Managing or Technical Director), works with customers at a strategic level and coaches them.
Providing insight to Hitachi Energy product managers for software tool improvements and roadmaps for client use in best practices and valuable reports
Leads consulting project of high complexity, including:
Modeling renewable, energy storage, hybrid and/or co-located resources, electric vehicles, demand response, distributed energy resources etc.
Developing energy, capacity, and Renewable Energy Credit (REC) price forecasts
Analyzing and presenting a coherent narrative around regional power market trends

Your background

Bachelor’s or higher degree related to particular business area.
Post Graduate qualifications desirable.
Comprehensive knowledge of related disciplines in the organization.
Relevant industry technical certifications desirable
Recognized as a subject matter expert/proficient practitioner in relevant field
Expert knowledge of world energy markets, the macro economic factors influencing those markets over a 30 year time horizon, how to use Hitachi Energy EPM Simulation Model software products to simulate future scenarios in those markets and perform sensitivities for key contributing factors.
An ability to produce documentation and collateral and to develop Hitachi Energy excellence in project delivery capability and methodologies.
Ability to analyze numerical data, verbal data and all other sources of information;
Fluent spoken and written English and language local to country in which employed
8-10 years professional experience in relevant industry.
Proven experience in professional consulting role (desirable) and in implementation of Hitachi Energy solutions or equivalent
Proven extensive experience identifying and managing project issues and risks, including mitigation strategies and plans.

American Farmland Trust is the only national organization that takes a holistic approach to agriculture, focusing on the land itself, the agricultural practices used on that land, and the farmers and ranchers who do the work. Since our founding in 1980, AFT has helped permanently protect over 6.5 million acres of agricultural lands, advanced environmentally-sound farming practices on millions of additional acres, and helped thousands of farm families make a go of it (primarily through programs that increase farm viability and/or enhance farmland access). Long a pioneering leader, AFT is now riding a new wave of growth, driven by agriculture’s most pressing needs and opportunities.

We believe diversity drives innovation. We are inclusive. We embrace differences. We recognize and respect the fundamental value and dignity of all our employees. We celebrate the unique traditions, heritages, and experiences our employees bring to the workplace. We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive culture that promotes and values diversity, and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, expression or identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Farmland Trust complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Description

The Mid-Atlantic Solar Specialist (Specialist) works across regional and national divisions to help develop and implement

at the intersection of solar energy generation and farmland conservation. The position will both advance specific national Smart Solar initiatives, and lead program development in the Mid-Atlantic Region (Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania) with an emphasis on Virginia. The Specialist will collaborate closely with AFT’s national smart solar director, regional teams, AFT’s policy, climate, and communications experts and other staff to ensure that AFT’s programming is funded, strategic, synergistic, and impactful.

What You’ll Be Working On

The Specialist will play a leadership role in developing and managing Smart Solar initiatives and support services for farmers and landowners, identifying key partners and collaborators, and leveraging funding for AFT’s Smart Solar program in the Mid-Atlantic Region. With substantial solar development expected in the next 5-10 years and increasing pressures on the region’s most productive, versatile, and resilient farmland, the Specialist will be a regional voice and trusted resource in strategies to integrate solar energy development with agricultural land protection, regenerative farming practices, farm viability, land access, and other aspects of AFT’s programs. Building on AFT’s Smart Solar leadership in other regions of the country, this is an exciting and pivotal opportunity to shape and develop the foundation for AFT’s Smart Solar work in the Mid-Atlantic region.

The Specialist will work within AFT’s Mid-Atlantic Region and collaborate with other AFT regional Solar Specialists, contractors, researchers, and consultants engaged in solar land use policy, research, communications, and other programs across AFT.

The Specialist will report to the Mid-Atlantic Regional Director. This is a full-time remote position and Specialist will ideally be based in Virginia or Maryland.

Duties and responsibilities include:

Work in partnership with the Regional Director and team to design, prioritize, fund, and implement Smart Solar programming in the Mid-Atlantic region with a focus on supporting farmers, advancing dual-use/agrivoltaics, and educating decision-makers on policy solutions.
Develop and deliver farmer and farmland owner focused education and support on the risks, opportunities, and considerations associated with leasing land for solar energy.
Collaborate with organizations, solar companies, land management agencies, researchers, and others to incentivize, support, fund, and implement pilot projects that demonstrate the potential application for agrivoltaics.
Support regional and national staff to track state and select local energy, land use and climate policies and proactively engage with state agencies, agricultural interests, and other key AFT stakeholders to communicate policy impacts, benefits, and costs to farmers and farmland.
Be familiar with and, as directed, assist in educating farmers about resources and funding opportunities for on-farm solar energy production primarily for on-farm use. Work thoughtfully and strategically across regional and national divisions to help formulate, align and maximize AFT’s strategies, policies, and tactics relative to solar energy development.
Cultivate significant relationships with solar and agricultural industry leaders, trade associations, and others in AFT’s growing Smart Solar network with a focus on increasing awareness of farmland conservation issues and building regional partnerships for research, policy, and AFT programs.
Represent AFT in relevant stakeholder coalitions, state and regional policy working groups, and other public and collaborative processes related to solar energy.
Help cultivate significant relationships with government, foundation, and individual funders to assure sustainable funding for AFT’s Smart Solar programming and services in partnership with AFT’s fundraising teams.
Design and support corporate partnership opportunities with solar developers and other entities involved in Smart Solar efforts.
Communicate with stakeholders, funders, government organizations, the media, and the public about AFT’s regional work at the intersection of solar energy and agriculture.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate and deliver education for farmland protection professionals around the use of Smart Solar in multi-benefit land repurposing programs.
Provide thought leadership and support to other AFT divisions outside of the Mid-Atlantic region as they seek to build capacity and explore policy priorities on solar.

Requirements

Familiarity with the state and regional policy landscape for solar development, climate smart agricultural practices, agrivoltaics, and farmland protection across the Mid-Atlantic region.
Familiarity with farming and grazing practices, agricultural systems, landscapes, and farm viability issues in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Strong relationships with solar development community, agricultural and land conservation community, and other networks.
Experience and comfort interacting with diverse stakeholders including farmers, agricultural landowners, solar developers, advocates, agency staff, extension educators, elected officials, and funders.
Passion for collaboration, applied research, and solutions to tackle complex issues that include climate change, farmland protection, and solar energy development.
Demonstrated experience in and extensive understanding of solar energy development, ideally with expertise in public policy relative to solar energy development, including origination, permitting, community engagement, and awareness of related siting issues including land-use planning and farmland impacts.
Technical understanding and awareness of energy development issues in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Track record of translating ideas into action and action into impact by developing and implementing effective strategies, projects and programs.
Excellent project management skills and experience working in diverse teams of colleagues, peers, and external partners.
Lived experience with and/or demonstrated commitment to advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with cross-functional teams, and success in a position that worked across traditional reporting lines. Specialist should possess high levels of self-motivation with a demonstrated ability to work remotely.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills.
A collaborative, professional, and innovative approach to tackling complex issues.
Ability to thrive and deliver high quality outcomes in a dynamic, growing organization often under time pressure.
Frequent travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region is expected as the programming and services are developed, with some additional travel possible to attend national conferences, forums, and meetings in furtherance of national Smart Solar goals and objectives. Must be based in the Mid-Atlantic Region, with a preference for candidates based in Virginia or Maryland.

Education & Experience

A minimum of 5 years of combined related work experience in energy development (preferably solar), agriculture, farmer support services, fundraising, public policy, public administration, and/or program management.