Green-onomics is the business side of the green energy sector. With all the policy, design and manufacturing going on, we’ll need someone to make the deals and sell the systems! Whether it be conducting life cycle assessments or analyzing renewable energy markets, the environmental economics field will expand and require educated and qualified professionals. If you like to convince people of new ideas, enjoy the business world and are motivated by money, this is the career for you!
Green-onomics is the business side of the green energy sector. With all the policy, design and manufacturing going on, we’ll need someone to make the deals and sell the systems! Whether it be conducting life cycle assessments or analyzing renewable energy markets, the environmental economics field will expand and require educated and qualified professionals. If you like to convince people of new ideas, enjoy the business world and are motivated by money, this is the career for you!
Understanding: energy efficiency and renewable energy principles, knowledge of local climate and weather patterns
Skills: communication, organization, attention to detail, critical thinking, English
Relationships: Creating and maintaining relationships with clients will be key, as a large part of your success will depend on your ability to sway the general public. You may also be required to meet sales quotas and encourage referrals.
Atmosphere: Depending on the nature of the position and the company, you may be required to travel frequently if you are responsible for a territory. You may also find yourself in a retail outlet that specializes in renewable energy sources.
Understanding: finance, energy efficiency principles, and an understanding of renewable energy technologies and government policies.
Skills: problem solving, decision-making, organization, research, report writing, analysis, computers, communication, English
Relationships: Most communication is done with clients, though as part of a large bank, you may also meet with other loan officers and employees of the institution.
Atmosphere: Your time is spent almost entirely in an office. You may be required to travel to conventions or conferences to maintain skills and connections.
Understanding: knowledge of different renewable energy types and energy markets, knowledge of applicable green energy regulations (eg. the Feed-in-Tariff program)
Skills: communication, decision making, sales, project management, business
Relationships: You will likely be working closely with clients, investors, and senior members of your company. You may also be managing a sales team and working with other business partners and consultants.
Atmosphere: You will spend most of your time in an office environment but may be required to travel for meetings or presentations.
Understanding: broad knowledge of environmental processes and economic principles, including life cycle analysis.
Skills: mathematics, research, analysis, communication, decision-making, organization, critical thinking.
Relationships: Working with government officials, other economists, or corporate officers, you will be conducting analyses, assessing costs, and making recommendations on a variety of environmental issues.
Atmosphere: Most of your time will be spent in an office, though some travel may be required for meetings. Opportunities may present themselves to also teach the skills and methods you have learned in a university setting.
Understanding: energy efficiency and LEED principles, renewable energy sources, energy costs in the region, electrical and mechanical equipment (operations and maintenance), and power transmission principles.
Skills: mathematics, communication, technical language understanding, problem solving, critical thinking, decision-making.
Relationships: You may be managing a small team and communicating with various other departments in your organization.
Atmosphere: You will mostly be working in an office but may be required to do on-site monitoring and surveying.
Understanding: various environmental issues as determined by organization's agenda and goals
Skills: English, writing, communication, research, organization, analysis, problem solving, decision making, critical thinking.
Relationships: As you will be interacting with a variety of people, you must be adaptable to each situation. You may be applying to government agencies, foundations, or businesses. It is very important to maintain good working relationships with potential donors and grant providers, so having a solid professional attitude will be key.
Atmosphere: Most of the time, you will be in an office, though some travel may be required for meetings and presentations.
Understanding: community needs, health and social wellness issues, various environmental issues
Skills: problem solving, decision-making, organization, project management, research, report writing, communication, attention to detail
Relationships: Working with a variety of stakeholders, you will communicate the ideas and goals of the organization. You may manage a team or work independently.
Atmosphere: Working largely in an office environment, though some travel may be required.
