Organization: United States Green Building Council – New York Upstate Chapter, Hudson Valley Region
Title: Sustainable Speaker Series – The Sweet Spot for Solar: Latest Trends in Solar and On-Site Renewable Energy
Location and Time:
February 12, 2013, 6-8 pm, Keller Williams, 2004 Route 17M, Goshen, NY
February 20, 2013, 6-8 pm, Gomen-Kudasai, 232 Main Street, New Paltz, NY
Description:
Learn about the options for making power at your home or business through a review of geothermal, wind, fuel cells, solar hot water and solar electricity. We will then learn the details of how solar electric systems work and why some make more economic sense than others – you get the tools to profit from solar energy!
Learning Objectives:
- Acquire an understanding of the technologies and applicability of various on-site energy and power generation including renewables (wind, solar hot water & electric) as well as fuel cells and geothermal.
- Explore the combined heat and power concept and applicability at the residential and commercial scales – what is it and how can it work economically?
- Examine solar electric generation technology – what are the latest commercially available design approaches and why are they chosen? Includes description of “hybrid” solar designs integrating grid-tied solar and micro-grid controllers with battery bank and sometimes fossil generator integration.
- Determine residential and commercial project economics with an understanding of revenue contributors, including tax effects, ex. “sweet spot” projects.
Registration & Fees
Preregistrations:
- $10 for students with a valid ID
- $10 for USGBC Upstate Chapter Members
- $15 for non-members (general public)
At the Door:
- $15 for students with a valid ID
- $15 for USGBC Upstate Chapter Members
To register for February 12 conference, click here.
To register for February 20 conference, click here.
- $20 for non-members (general public)
Organization: Washington Wild
Job Title: Executive Director
Location: Seattle, WA
Hours & Compensation: Full-time. $55,000 – $60,000 plus medical, vision, and dental benefits. Includes 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 paid holidays.
Application Deadline: February 28, 2013
Posted On: January 31, 2013 read more…
Organization: Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences
Job Title: Forestry Intern
Location: Brunswick, ME
Hours and Compensation: Full-time, temporary (6-9 months). Compensation is hourly, commensurate with skills and experience.
Application Deadline: As soon as possible.
Posted On: January 31, 2013 read more…
Organization: World Resources Institute (WRI)
Job Title: Research Associate, Forest & Landscape Restoration
Location: Washington, DC
Hours and Compensation: Full-time. Salary commensurate with education, experience, and position responsibilities.
Posted On: January 30, 2013
Organization: California Rural Legal Assistance, Inc.
Job Title: Staff Attorney – Central Coast Safe Drinking Water and Land Use
Location: Salinas, CA
Hours and Compensation: Part Time Regular, 18.75 hrs/wk. $21,000 – $33,750 based upon bar admission date.
Application Deadline: March 27, 2013
Posted On: January 30, 2013
Organization: Natural Resource Group, LLC (NRG)
Job Title: Project Term Environmental Field Coordinator
Location: Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas
Hours: term assignment for 8-9 months, full-time
Posted On: January 30, 2013
Organization: New Mexico Land Conservancy
Job Title: Conservation Position
Location: Santa Fe, NM
Hours and Compensation: Full-time position with potential for advancement. Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Application Deadline: March 15, 2013
Title: Pace Law School Environmental Consortium Merit Scholarship
Organization: Pace Law School
Award Amount: $3,000 – $10,000
Deadline: June 1st – with law school application
Overview:
Scholarship benefits consist of a merit scholarship ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 towards law school tuition, depending upon the student’s qualifications and Pace’s financial resources. The award is renewable each year based on continued academic excellence. The scholarship recipient will be expected to complete at least one project related to a regional environmental issue(s) while at Pace Law School. Selection is based on the student’s application and academic record.
Eligibility:
In support of the Environmental Consortium of Colleges & Universities’ mission, Pace Law School is offering a merit scholarship award to a fall 2013 entering student who is either currently enrolled in or has earned his or her bachelors or masters degree from one of the Environmental Consortium’s member institutions and has demonstrated an interest in environmental issues affecting the Hudson-Mohawk River watershed region.
Application:
Interested students should attach a half to one page statement to the Law School application of how he or she has been involved in Hudson-Mohawk River watershed environmental issues during their undergraduate work or why they have a particular interest in the environmental issues affecting the region.
Details:
http://environmentalconsortium.org/resources/scholarships/pacelaw.html
Contact Information:
Cathy Alexander, Assistant Dean of Admissions
[email protected], (914) 422-4210
Professor Lin Harmon, Assistant Dean and Director of Environmental Law Programs
[email protected], (914) 422-4207
Organization: United Nations Foundation
Job Title: Program Associate, Energy and Climate
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours and Compensation:
Salary commensurate with experience. Actual salary will depend on qualifications and anticipated contribution to the Foundation.
UNF pays 100% of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance premiums for its employees and 75% of medical and vision for employees’ dependents.
In addition, UNF provides 20 days of paid vacation per year, 12 paid holidays, three personal days per year, an immediately vested 150% matching 403(b) contribution up to a limit of six-percent of employee pay, Metro Pass benefits, and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
Application Deadline: open
Posted On: Jan. 24, 2013
Organization Overview
The UN Foundation, a public charity, was created in 1998 with entrepreneur and philanthropist Ted Turner’s historic $1 billion gift to support UN causes and activities. We are an advocate for the UN and a platform for connecting people, ideas and resources to help the United Nations solve global problems.
Description
The Program Associate for Energy contributes to the development and management of the Energy Future Coalition portfolio in collaboration with the Managing Director, Energy Future Coalition, the Vice President, Energy and Climate, and other UN Foundation staff.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate state initiatives related to Energy Future Coalition (EFC) campaigns, including the development and implementation of campaign strategies.
- Act as EFC liaison to state and local groups and governmental offices, including conducting partnership outreach, event planning and strategy development for implementation of state campaigns.
- Conduct research on behalf of the EFC in areas relating to energy, climate, development and policy issues, especially with regard to energy efficiency and transmission.
- Collaborate on the development of public affairs strategy and produce written material for Coalition campaigns and Congressional outreach.
- Represent the Coalition and Foundation at outside meetings and professional gatherings.
- Coordinate events associated with program goals.
- Assist with the coordination of the work of consultants as needed.
- Develop content for, and maintain the integrity of all EFC web sites and electronic communications.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in energy policy, political science, economics, or related field required.
- One to two years of work experience in energy policy required.
- Familiarity with the federal legislative and regulatory processes.
- Proven analytical and project management skills, including the ability to move projects forward from inception to implementation to completion.
- Strong communications skills (speaking, writing, editing, and listening), research accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to develop, maintain, and enjoy effective working relationships with internal staff and external partners.
- Grassroots mobilization and advocacy experience preferable, but not required.
- Website creation and editing experience preferable (HTML, WordPress, Drupal, Flash, Java, Dreamweaver, Fireworks).
- Ability to work under pressure and handle stress; and
- Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy.
How to Apply
Please apply on-line at http://www.unfoundation.org/who-we-are/careers/prog-assoc-energyclimate.html
Important note – Our online system allows ONLY ONE document to be uploaded. Please save your resume and cover letter as ONE document BEFORE APPLYING.
All applicants must submit a cover letter – please save upload your resume and cover letter as one document – either .pdf or .doc.
Organization: Ecosystem Marketplace
Job Title: Research Assistant, REDD+ Finance
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours and Compensation: Full time — $13-$15 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Deadline: Feb. 8, 2013
Position Dates: This is a temporary position that will begin early to mid February for a three to six month commitment.
Posted On: Jan. 25, 2013
Organization Overview
While high level REDD+ commitments are in the billions of dollars, little is known about where funding is allocated, what roadblocks are involved in disbursing funds and how these funds are then utilized in recipient countries. Forest Trends is tracking finance from high level donor pledges all the way down to how and when these are spent on the ground.
To do this, Forest Trends works with local organizations in thirteen REDD+ countries to collect financial information on levels of funding committed, disbursed and expended as well as the types of REDD+ activities being supported. Forest Trends is about to launch the data collected from four countries on a newly developed database and website.
For more information on Forest Trends, visit www.forest-trends.org
Description
Forest Trends is seeking a paid full-time Research Assistant to work with the Forest Trade and Finance Program. The Research Assistant will support our Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation (REDD+) finance tracking initiative to promote a clearer and more comprehensive picture of the REDD+ financing landscape. The program therefore works with international development multilaterals, governments and other REDD+ stakeholders to provide research data that will help inform the REDD+ policy development and implementation process. Duties will include developing and maintaining a database, reviewing a research survey and guidance document, researching REDD+ financing and analyzing the impact of this study in our project countries.
Responsibilities
- Data tracking, analysis and evaluation
- Researching climate finance and REDD+ commitments
- Researching graphical options for presenting data
- Undertaking impact analysis in collaboration with global project partners
- Supporting the coordination of a website launch and high level international review meeting on project
- And other tasks that arise
Qualifications
- High level undergraduate or graduate degree in geography, environmental science, public policy, international development or similar
- Demonstrated knowledge of at least one or more of the following priority themes: REDD+, forests and climate, conservation finance
- Attention to detail and willingness/interest to work with financial figures
- Excellent writing, research and organizational skills
- Familiarity with survey and statistical methods
- Ability to multi-task and work well in a team environment, but also to work well with minimum management
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook and ability to learn new program and databases quickly
- Spanish and Portuguese language skills a plus
How to Apply
Please submit your resume (CV) and a cover letter by February 8th, 2013 to Marigold Norman at[email protected]. Early submissions encouraged.
Organization: Friends of the Chicago River
Job Title: Policy Intern
Location: Chicago, IL
Hours and Compensation: 15 hours/week – unpaid
Application Deadline: Feb. 8, 2013
Posted On: Jan. 24, 2013
Organization Overview
Friends of the Chicago River’s mission is to foster the vitality of the Chicago River for the benefit of the human, animal, and plant communities within its watershed. Friends’ priorities are to provide public access to the Chicago River and to show that the Chicago River can be both ecologically healthy and a catalyst for community revitalization.
Description
Interns will gain experience in public policy and planning issues related to the Chicago River. The selected intern will learn about stakeholder development as a way of building support for water quality improvement, stormwater management using green technologies, and best management practices that relate these issues to people and wildlife. The selected intern will also gain valuable experience in planning and executing policy-based awards and events.
Responsibilities
- Indentify and research Chicago River watershed stakeholders as they relate to sustainable and river-friendly development
- Update and compile data on leading development projects in the watershed for consideration of Friends’ Blue Ribbon Award
- Participate in the development of communications strategies and outreach calendar for stakeholders
- Develop letters and content for communication
- Assist with policy event planning and logistics
Other duties may include one or more of the following:
- Attend government agency board meetings and write summaries for water quality team
- Conduct river-related research
- Update Friends’ stakeholder databases
- Represent Friends of the Chicago River at environmental fairs or other outreach opportunities
- Write articles for e-news and other communication channels
Qualifications
- Minimum three years completion of undergraduate work in environmental science, public policy, natural resources or related program; current enrollment in a graduate program preferred
- Outstanding writing, editing, and verbal communications skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to articulate complex issues to audiences with varying levels of sophistication
- Advanced computer proficiency
- Interest in and commitment to environmental issues
- Familiarity with the region and knowledge of local ecology and the Chicago River a plus
How to Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter to Kim Rice, policy and planning manager at [email protected].
Organization: Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Job Title: Research Intern – Energy and Climate Program
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours and Compensation: Transportation costs will be paid.
Application Deadline: Feb. 4, 2013
Position Dates: Internship will begin as soon as possible.
Posted On: Jan. 24, 2013
Organization Overview
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, a leading think tank specializing in international affairs, is seeking an intern to work 20 hours per week in the Energy & Climate Program.
Description
The Energy & Climate Program engages global experts working in energy technology, environmental science, and political economy to develop practical solutions for policy makers around the world.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include tracking news articles on the topic, particularly regarding China’s energy and climate policy; summarizing trends in the field; identifying experts; conducting follow up research and creating reports for experts in the program as needed.
Qualifications
Prior experience with coal industry, clean technology, transportation, energy efficiency, or energy and climate legislation in either domestic or international settings a plus. Ability to read Chinese is desirable, but not mandatory. Along with the research aspect, the intern will be dedicating 40% of their energy with administrative tasks assigned by the Program Assistant of the Energy and Climate Program, including database development activities.
How to Apply
Apply via the Carnegie Endowment website: http://carnegieendowment.iapplicants.com/ViewJob-396993.html
Organization: Environmental Investigation Agency
Job Title: Campaigns Assistant, Forests Program
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours and Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.
Application Deadline: open until filled
Posted On: Jan. 25, 2013
Organization Overview
The Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) is a 501(c)(3) independent, international, non-profit advocacy organization based in Washington DC. It is committed to promoting environmental conservation by investigating and exposing environmental crimes around the world, and then working to stop these crimes. These crimes include illegal trade in wildlife, illegal logging and trade in timber species, and the world-wide trade in ozone depleting substances–EIA has directly brought about changes in international laws and the policies of governments, saving the lives of millions of rare and endangered animals and putting a stop to the devastating effects of environmental criminals.
Description
EIA is seeking a full-time Campaigns Assistant in its Washington, D.C. office to join its Forest Program. We are looking for a motivated, organized and committed environmentalist to join one of the most dynamic environmental advocacy teams in Washington today. EIA’s Forest Program is focused on documenting and exposing illegal logging and associated trade, implementing policies to stem the flow of illegal timber imports in to consumer countries, and building the capacity of forest-dependent communities to monitor illegal activity and advocate for their rights.
Responsibilities
- Assist with campaign research and presentations.
- Assist with the preparation of campaign press releases, newsletters and blog posts;
- Working closely with the Forest Campaign Director, assist in the management of budgets, grants and other records;
- Coordinate with funders and grant partners as needed;
- Assist in the preparation of special event and meeting preparations, including correspondence, materials and venue arrangements;
- Assist in the preparation of capacity building workshops;
- Arranging staff travel and lodging;
- Writing and maintaining quarterly and yearly reports on program progress, etc.;
- Other responsibilities as needed
Qualifications
- Experience in advocacy and campaigns at the national or international level;
- A strong interest in natural resource conservation;
- Strong organizational and communication skills;
- Excellent interpersonal skills, in particular a collaborative and cooperative approach to work, as well as an ability to network and to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people, across a variety of settings;
- Close attention to detail;
- Ability to work independently and show initiative;
- Ability to perform under stressful conditions while maintaining a positive attitude.
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae to Heidi Wissa at [email protected].
Organization: Yale Program in Spatial Biodiveristy Science and Conservation
Job Title: Spatial Biodiversity Data Manager
Location: New Haven, CT
Hours and Compensation: full time and paid
Application Deadline: Feb. 5, 2013
Posted On: Jan. 29, 2013
Organization Overview
he Yale Program in Spatial Biodiveristy Science and Conservation (SBSC) – under the auspices of the Yale Institute for Biospheric Studies (YIBS) – aims to provide a platform for intellectual exchange, training and scholarly excellence for researchesr and students in this area. We are poised to capitalize on the new opportunities in spatial biodiversity science, conservation and global change. This Program aims to support Yale’s leadership in addressing some of the most timely and important research challenges of the day. By pooling and strengthening capacities and more fully realizing our interdisciplinary potential we expect to strengthen the formation and success of both individual and group projects in biodiversity and conservation at Yale.
Description
The Map of Life project (www.mappinglife.org) is seeking a qualified candidate to join their international team to help oversee the management (and analysis) of species distribution information and associated metadata. Strong background in GIS, spatial analysis and database administration are key (with experience in e.g. Python and postgres), as are strong interpersonal and communication skills.
more description and other positions at SBSC: http://sbsc.yale.edu/sites/default/files/YaleSBSC_AdJan13.pdf read more…
Organization: Environmental Defense Fund
Job Title: International Climate Intern, Amazon Basin Project
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours and Compensation: This is a 35-hour/week, 10-week internship. This internship is eligible only for academic credit.
Application Deadline: Feb. 8, 2013
Position Dates: Start date negotiable, but ideally could start before the June UNFCCC negotiations.
Posted On: Jan. 28, 2013
Organization Overview
With world attention focused on both the environment and the economy, Environmental Defense Fund is where policymakers and business leaders turn for win-win solutions. This leading green group, founded in 1967, 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. With programs from Boston to Beijing, Environmental Defense Fund has become what The Economist called “America”s most economically literate green campaigners.”
Description
Environmental Defense Fund”s International Climate Program seeks an intern in our Washington, D.C. office to assist with our REDD+ Policy team, particularly on the Amazon Basin Project. The Amazon Basin Project works with Indigenous Peoples (IPs) to help them understand the potential benefits of REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation), and helps to provide information so that IP groups can make decisions at the UNFCCC and at the country level. It also helps IPs to draft contracts, proposals, and other documents with outside collaborators. The intern would work with the Amazon Basin Project Manager, the REDD+ Project Manager and their partner organizations to help with, among other things, the production of materials for presentations to Indigenous communities on the potential benefits of REDD. read more…
Organization: International Council on Clean Transportation
Job Title: Global Transportation Roadmap Program Internship
Location: San Francisco, CA
Hours and Compensation: The intern is expected to work full-time (preferably) or part-time for 12 weeks through the summer months. The internship will be paid commensurate with experience.
Application Deadline: open until filled
Position Dates: 12 weeks
Posted On: Jan. 29, 2013
Organization Overview
The International Council on Clean Transportation is an independent nonprofit organization founded to provide first-rate, unbiased research and technical and scientific analysis to environmental regulators. Our mission is to improve the environmental performance and energy efficiency of road, marine, and air transportation, in order to benefit public health and mitigate climate change.
Description
The International Council on Clean Transportation has a summer internship opportunity in our San Francisco, CA office to work in the Roadmap program. The goal of the Roadmap Program is to help policymakers worldwide identify and understand trends in the transportation sector, assess emission impacts of different policy options, and frame plans to effectively reduce emissions of both greenhouse gases (GHGs) and local air pollutants. The Roadmap relies on a spreadsheet-based model that estimates transportation emissions to 2050 by country and mode for multiple policy scenarios. The model serves as the main tool to assist key partners and agencies with transportation emissions calculation models, methods and data, and to develop reports and presentations that assess the effects of different policies on transportation emissions. read more…
Organization: Land Trust of Napa County
Job Title: Lands Program Assistant
Location: Napa, CA
Hours and Compensation: Full time — Salary commensurate with experience. Full benefits for employee; retirement plan.
Application Deadline: open until filled
Posted On: Jan. 28, 2013
Organization Overview
The Land Trust of Napa County is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to preserving the character of Napa County by permanently protecting land. In its 37-year history, LTNC has completed over 150 projects and protected more than 53,000 acres.
Description
The Lands Program Assistant is an entry-level position within LTNC’s Lands Department, designed to assist in on-going general stewardship and land protection activities within the organization. The Lands Program Assistant works within all aspects of the department, including: preserve stewardship (60%); field trips, outreach and public access (25%); and protected lands monitoring (15%).The Lands Program Assistant also works on general volunteer coordination within the specific programs.
The Lands Program Assistant reports jointly to the Lands Stewardship Manager and the Lands Project Manager based on program function. The Lands Program Assistant works as part of the Lands Department team, including the Chief Executive Officer and staff attorney. This position coordinates seasonal and regular volunteers for various Land Trust activities. read more…
Organization: Environmental Defense Fund
Job Title: Project Analyst, Corporate Partnerships
Location: Washington, D.C.
Hours and Compensation: full time and salary is competitive
Application Deadline: open until filled
Posted On: Jan. 29, 2013
Organization Overview
EDF’s Corporate Partnerships Program has a 20 year history of working with leading companies – McDonald’s, Citigroup, FedEx, Walmart, and others – to demonstrate that good environmental strategy is synonymous with good business strategy. EDF works with business to create new environmental innovations and best practices that create both environmental and business benefits and to take them to scale across entire industries. Our goal is to create a “green” race to the top with all companies competing on both environmental and financial performance.
Description
The Project Analyst will play a significant role in the development and execution of corporate partnership projects. Working directly with the Managing Director in Washington, DC and several Project Managers, the Project Analyst will conduct research and analysis to support the development and execution of partnership projects, as well as managing specific tasks and segments of projects independently. Specifically, the project Analyst will support the development and execution of projects to reduce methane emissions, strengthen regulations, and ensure the safe and clean development of domestic natural gas. read more…
Organization: Forterra
Job Title: Ecosystem Services Research Internship
Location: Seattle, WA
Hours and Compensation: unpaid – 15-25 hours/week
Application Deadline: Feb. 15, 2013 or until filled
Position Dates: Feb. 2013 (flexible) minimum 10 week commitment
Posted On: Jan. 29, 2013
Organization Overview
Forterra fills a unique and important niche as the largest conservation and community building organization dedicated solely to Washington State. As a national leader, Forterra is shaping a future that will flourish environmentally and economically. We partner with thousands of leaders and residents across the Northwest to create healthy, livable, and prosperous communities. For over 20 years, Forterra has led efforts to restore critical landscapes and conserve more than 172,000 acres of forests, farms, shorelines, parks, and natural areas.
Description
This internship position supports the Stewardship team at Forterra, working on the Ecosystem Service Benefits of Urban Forests program, specifically focusing on stormwater benefits. The intern will gain knowledge and skills in ecosystem service valuation and markets, municipal urban policy, and urban forestry research methods. Possible opportunities exist to increase proficiency in MS Access and Excel, Adobe InDesign, ArcGIS, and i-Tree software. read more…
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