About the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES): Our mission is to secure a safe and stable climate by accelerating the transition to a thriving, just, and resilient low-carbon economy. We are widely recognized as an influential voice on climate issues, a trusted convener, and a credible source of expertise and analysis. We work closely with international climate negotiators; federal, state, and local policymakers; executives of Fortune 500 businesses; and a wide range of other stakeholders to advance strong policy and action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy, and strengthen resilience to climate impacts. C2ES is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization.Our organizational values: We are ambitious and practical, advancing effective solutions that push the boundaries of the achievable. We are open-minded and inclusive, seeking out and considering a wide range of voices, views, and approaches. We are people-focused, dedicated to improving human well-being and recognizing that respect and empathy are central to success. We are one team, working collaboratively, communicating openly, making ourselves accessible to each other, and treating one another with kindness and respect. Position Summary: The Senior Fellow, Industrial Electrification will play an important role in advancing C2ES’ work to accelerate policies and technologies to support the manufacturing sector’s transition to a net-zero economy. Reporting to the Director of Industrial Decarbonization, the Senior Fellow, Industrial Electrification will support research and policy to advance industrial electrification, including research on electricity pricing and grid infrastructure costs and barriers, outreach to utilities and state utility commissions on program and rate reforms needed to support implementation of technologies including industrial heat pumps and thermal batteries, and supporting state and federal policymaker education and advocacy efforts to leverage the voices and expertise of manufacturing companies and technology providers. This role centers on the industrial electrification workstreams of the Renewable Thermal Collaborative, a coalition co-led by C2ES that focuses on decarbonizing industrial heat, but may contribute to the development of other aspects of C2ES’ industrial and clean energy programs. This position is for a two-year term, with the potential for a permanent posting contingent on future funding availability. &nbsp;Responsibilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Represent C2ES within the Renewable Thermal Collaborative (RTC), a coalition of companies working to accelerate renewable solutions to thermal energy demand, and help design the RTC’s policy engagement and advocacy, especially as it relates to industrial electrification technologies, including industrial heat pumps and thermal energy storage;&nbsp;</li><li>Work with the Director of Industrial Decarbonization to identify and conduct research and analysis on electricity market and infrastructure issues related to industrial electrification technologies and long duration energy storage, as well as related policies and programs; &nbsp;</li><li>Establish and maintain relationships with representatives of utilities, state and federal policymakers, companies, and other stakeholders to gather insights on what is needed to advance industrial electrification and decarbonization;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Drawing on research and engagement with these stakeholders, create messaging, written products, and presentations to educate policymakers and support related advocacy on industrial electrification technologies and policies to advance their implementation, including rate and market reforms;&nbsp;</li><li>Determine and implement strategies to participate in policy fora, advocacy, and proceedings related to industrial electrification at the state, regional, and federal level; &nbsp;</li><li>Assist in development of C2ES’ broader industrial program; independently research and suggest potential new areas of focus;&nbsp;</li><li>Organize workshops, briefings and other events on issues relating to industrial decarbonization;&nbsp;</li><li>Represent C2ES in other coalitions, at industry working group meetings, conferences, and other events focused on industrial decarbonization;&nbsp;</li><li>Consistently deliver high-quality, well-written work products (e.g., quantitative and qualitative analyses, policy briefs, talking points, white papers, blogs) for internal purposes and for publications targeted to C2ES' audience of policymakers, media, and the general public;</li><li>Collaborate with C2ES colleagues, as well as partner organizations on research and policy analysis, communications, organizing events, etc. &nbsp;</li><li> Organizational inclusion:o Participate in monthly all-staff meetings led by staff JEDI Councilo Contribute to an inclusive and welcoming working and learning environment that respects and values diversity;o Complete company training during on-boarding and on a yearly basis.</li></ul>Qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in related field plus eight or more years of climate and energy experience or master’s degree in related field plus five or more years of climate and energy experience; &nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with clean energy issues, including broad pillars of industrial decarbonization;&nbsp;</li><li>Prior work experience with electricity markets, the electric grid, and/or energy storage, as well as relevant state and federal policies;&nbsp;</li><li>Strong research and writing skills;&nbsp;</li><li>Prior experience analyzing climate policy, communicating insights, and driving towards policy outcomes, preferably in the United States;&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;&nbsp;</li><li>Self-motivated and able to work both independently and with guidance;&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent verbal communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to prioritize among and efficiently manage multiple assignments and meet critical deadlines;&nbsp;</li><li>Commitment to, knowledge of, or experience in advancing issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental/climate justice;&nbsp;</li><li>Flexibility, willingness to pitch in at all levels, and a team player.</li></ul>Desired qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Deeper knowledge and/or prior experience with industrial decarbonization/electrification.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience communicating to diverse stakeholders and ability to present (e.g., oral and written) technical material to non-technical audiences;&nbsp;</li><li>Prior experience with climate policy engagement, including working with businesses and other stakeholders to provide policy education and insights, including through advocacy;&nbsp;</li><li>Prior experience organizing events and convenings;&nbsp;</li><li>Interdisciplinary education and/or work experience related to climate and energy policy: science, technology, economics, business, law and policy;&nbsp;</li><li>Understanding of state and federal climate and energy policies as well as political and legislative processes. &nbsp;</li></ul>Employment type: Full-time, benefits-eligible; exempt from overtime.&nbsp; Reporting to: Director of Industrial Decarbonization&nbsp;Salary: $97,000 - $122,000 annually, depending on background and experience. Excellent benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel, Time &amp; Location Requirements: C2ES operates a hybrid work environment from our main office in Washington, DC. Local staff are expected to be in the office two to three days per week. If the applicant is hired remotely, physical presence in the main office is expected at least 5 days per quarter, plus limited additional travel as needed to support industrial electrification activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Benefits Offered: &nbsp;<ul><li>Health Insurance. Health Insurance. C2ES offers 80% of premiums for a specific platinum-level health insurance reference plan, the dollar value of which may be applied to any platinum-level plan offered to us on the DC Health Link marketplace. The remainder of the premiums for the plan chosen by the employee will be deducted pretax from the employee’s paycheck.&nbsp;</li><li>Dental Insurance. C2ES covers 100% of the dental premiums.&nbsp;</li><li>Vision Insurance: Employee covers the total cost of this plan.&nbsp;</li><li>Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability.&nbsp;</li><li>Flexible Spending Account (FSA).&nbsp;</li><li>Group Life insurance and Voluntary Life insurance.</li><li>Leave Time: New employees start accumulating 3 weeks' vacation per year.</li><li>Sick time: up to 10 days per year.&nbsp;</li><li>Personal Leave: Up to Two personal leave days.&nbsp;</li><li>FMLA Leave: Case by case is evaluated by the Supervisor and HR. &nbsp;</li><li>Holidays: C2ES observes 13 holidays during the year. Additionally, the organization closes the last week of year.&nbsp;</li><li>Hybrid and flexible environment.&nbsp;</li></ul>We will only be effective in developing and advocating for climate solutions if we have a diverse range of voices and perspectives represented within C2ES, in our work, and among our partners. C2ES is committed to creating and growing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and among the stakeholders we collaborate with and convene. By fostering this culture, we can enhance our work and amplify our impact. We encourage individuals of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic backgrounds, religions, political viewpoints, genders, sexual identities, and abilities to apply for this position. For more on C2ES’s organizational values and commitment to inclusion, visit: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.c2es.org/about/our-organizational-values-inclusion/">https://www.c2es.org/about/our-organizational-values-inclusion/</a>

C2ES is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to forge ambitious and practical solutions to climate change. Our mission is to secure and safe and stable climate by accelerating the transition to a thriving, just and resilient low-carbon economy. What sets C2ES apart is our combination of policy and analytical expertise, longstanding relationships with leading businesses, and reputation as a trusted convener.&nbsp; We work closely with international climate negotiators, federal, state, and local policymakers, executives of Fortune 500 businesses, and a wide range of other stakeholders to advance strong policy and action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy, and strengthen resilience to climate impacts. We believe ambitious and effective climate policy is essential to a prosperous, sustainable, and equitable economy. As an organization, we are collaborative, unconstrained by silos, focused on where we can have greatest impact, and excited about growing our scale and reach while maintaining our nimbleness and entrepreneurial culture.

Senior Fellow, Industrial Electrification

About the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES): Our mission is to secure a safe and stable climate by accelerating the transition to a thriving, just, and resilient low-carbon economy. We are widely recognized as an influential voice on climate issues, a trusted convener, and a credible source of expertise and analysis. We work closely with international climate negotiators; federal, state, and local policymakers; executives of Fortune 500 businesses; and a wide range of other stakeholders to advance strong policy and action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote clean energy, and strengthen resilience to climate impacts. C2ES is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization.Our organizational values: We are ambitious and practical, advancing effective solutions that push the boundaries of the achievable. We are open-minded and inclusive, seeking out and considering a wide range of voices, views, and approaches. We are people-focused, dedicated to improving human well-being and recognizing that respect and empathy are central to success. We are one team, working collaboratively, communicating openly, making ourselves accessible to each other, and treating one another with kindness and respect. Position Summary: The Senior Fellow, Industrial Electrification will play an important role in advancing C2ES’ work to accelerate policies and technologies to support the manufacturing sector’s transition to a net-zero economy. Reporting to the Director of Industrial Decarbonization, the Senior Fellow, Industrial Electrification will support research and policy to advance industrial electrification, including research on electricity pricing and grid infrastructure costs and barriers, outreach to utilities and state utility commissions on program and rate reforms needed to support implementation of technologies including industrial heat pumps and thermal batteries, and supporting state and federal policymaker education and advocacy efforts to leverage the voices and expertise of manufacturing companies and technology providers. This role centers on the industrial electrification workstreams of the Renewable Thermal Collaborative, a coalition co-led by C2ES that focuses on decarbonizing industrial heat, but may contribute to the development of other aspects of C2ES’ industrial and clean energy programs. This position is for a two-year term, with the potential for a permanent posting contingent on future funding availability. &nbsp;Responsibilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Represent C2ES within the Renewable Thermal Collaborative (RTC), a coalition of companies working to accelerate renewable solutions to thermal energy demand, and help design the RTC’s policy engagement and advocacy, especially as it relates to industrial electrification technologies, including industrial heat pumps and thermal energy storage;&nbsp;</li><li>Work with the Director of Industrial Decarbonization to identify and conduct research and analysis on electricity market and infrastructure issues related to industrial electrification technologies and long duration energy storage, as well as related policies and programs; &nbsp;</li><li>Establish and maintain relationships with representatives of utilities, state and federal policymakers, companies, and other stakeholders to gather insights on what is needed to advance industrial electrification and decarbonization;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Drawing on research and engagement with these stakeholders, create messaging, written products, and presentations to educate policymakers and support related advocacy on industrial electrification technologies and policies to advance their implementation, including rate and market reforms;&nbsp;</li><li>Determine and implement strategies to participate in policy fora, advocacy, and proceedings related to industrial electrification at the state, regional, and federal level; &nbsp;</li><li>Assist in development of C2ES’ broader industrial program; independently research and suggest potential new areas of focus;&nbsp;</li><li>Organize workshops, briefings and other events on issues relating to industrial decarbonization;&nbsp;</li><li>Represent C2ES in other coalitions, at industry working group meetings, conferences, and other events focused on industrial decarbonization;&nbsp;</li><li>Consistently deliver high-quality, well-written work products (e.g., quantitative and qualitative analyses, policy briefs, talking points, white papers, blogs) for internal purposes and for publications targeted to C2ES' audience of policymakers, media, and the general public;</li><li>Collaborate with C2ES colleagues, as well as partner organizations on research and policy analysis, communications, organizing events, etc. &nbsp;</li><li> Organizational inclusion:o Participate in monthly all-staff meetings led by staff JEDI Councilo Contribute to an inclusive and welcoming working and learning environment that respects and values diversity;o Complete company training during on-boarding and on a yearly basis.</li></ul>Qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in related field plus eight or more years of climate and energy experience or master’s degree in related field plus five or more years of climate and energy experience; &nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with clean energy issues, including broad pillars of industrial decarbonization;&nbsp;</li><li>Prior work experience with electricity markets, the electric grid, and/or energy storage, as well as relevant state and federal policies;&nbsp;</li><li>Strong research and writing skills;&nbsp;</li><li>Prior experience analyzing climate policy, communicating insights, and driving towards policy outcomes, preferably in the United States;&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;&nbsp;</li><li>Self-motivated and able to work both independently and with guidance;&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent verbal communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills;</li><li>Demonstrated ability to prioritize among and efficiently manage multiple assignments and meet critical deadlines;&nbsp;</li><li>Commitment to, knowledge of, or experience in advancing issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental/climate justice;&nbsp;</li><li>Flexibility, willingness to pitch in at all levels, and a team player.</li></ul>Desired qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Deeper knowledge and/or prior experience with industrial decarbonization/electrification.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience communicating to diverse stakeholders and ability to present (e.g., oral and written) technical material to non-technical audiences;&nbsp;</li><li>Prior experience with climate policy engagement, including working with businesses and other stakeholders to provide policy education and insights, including through advocacy;&nbsp;</li><li>Prior experience organizing events and convenings;&nbsp;</li><li>Interdisciplinary education and/or work experience related to climate and energy policy: science, technology, economics, business, law and policy;&nbsp;</li><li>Understanding of state and federal climate and energy policies as well as political and legislative processes. &nbsp;</li></ul>Employment type: Full-time, benefits-eligible; exempt from overtime.&nbsp; Reporting to: Director of Industrial Decarbonization&nbsp;Salary: $97,000 - $122,000 annually, depending on background and experience. Excellent benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel, Time &amp; Location Requirements: C2ES operates a hybrid work environment from our main office in Washington, DC. Local staff are expected to be in the office two to three days per week. If the applicant is hired remotely, physical presence in the main office is expected at least 5 days per quarter, plus limited additional travel as needed to support industrial electrification activities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Benefits Offered: &nbsp;<ul><li>Health Insurance. Health Insurance. C2ES offers 80% of premiums for a specific platinum-level health insurance reference plan, the dollar value of which may be applied to any platinum-level plan offered to us on the DC Health Link marketplace. The remainder of the premiums for the plan chosen by the employee will be deducted pretax from the employee’s paycheck.&nbsp;</li><li>Dental Insurance. C2ES covers 100% of the dental premiums.&nbsp;</li><li>Vision Insurance: Employee covers the total cost of this plan.&nbsp;</li><li>Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability.&nbsp;</li><li>Flexible Spending Account (FSA).&nbsp;</li><li>Group Life insurance and Voluntary Life insurance.</li><li>Leave Time: New employees start accumulating 3 weeks' vacation per year.</li><li>Sick time: up to 10 days per year.&nbsp;</li><li>Personal Leave: Up to Two personal leave days.&nbsp;</li><li>FMLA Leave: Case by case is evaluated by the Supervisor and HR. &nbsp;</li><li>Holidays: C2ES observes 13 holidays during the year. Additionally, the organization closes the last week of year.&nbsp;</li><li>Hybrid and flexible environment.&nbsp;</li></ul>We will only be effective in developing and advocating for climate solutions if we have a diverse range of voices and perspectives represented within C2ES, in our work, and among our partners. C2ES is committed to creating and growing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and among the stakeholders we collaborate with and convene. By fostering this culture, we can enhance our work and amplify our impact. We encourage individuals of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic backgrounds, religions, political viewpoints, genders, sexual identities, and abilities to apply for this position. For more on C2ES’s organizational values and commitment to inclusion, visit: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.c2es.org/about/our-organizational-values-inclusion/">https://www.c2es.org/about/our-organizational-values-inclusion/</a>

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