If you’re on the hunt for a new job where what you do actually makes a difference, or if you’re already in the field but just looking for a change of pace, you might want to consider becoming a sustainability consultant. It’s one of the fastest-growing jobs in the green economy, and that’s saying something considering the clean energy industry is already experiencing a major boom.
Green jobs are expected to grow by billions within the next few years, and you can be sure that sustainability consultants will be well-represented among those numbers.
What is a Sustainability Consultant?
When talking about sustainability and green jobs, people tend to think about two careers only: solar panel technicians and farmers. But the realm of sustainability actually goes far beyond that. There can be a wide variety of corporate jobs in clean energy too, and Sustainability Consultants are one of them.
A Sustainability Consultant helps a business transition to more environmentally-friendly working models. This can include providing expert, informed advice to C-Suite executives or even training all levels of staff on the policies and procedures needed to operate sustainably.
Why Become a Sustainability Consultant?
Being a Sustainability Consultant is about helping to change mindsets in the workforce as a whole, as well as revolutionizing the future world of work.
In addition to getting to work in a role that has a positive impact on the environment and the future of the planet, average starting salaries can range from:
- USD $80,000 per year in the USA
- GBP £45,000 per year in the UK
- CAD $66,000 per year in Canada
Right now is also the best time to make your bid to become a Sustainability Consultant if you’re passionate about fighting climate change and looking for a job that will help you pursue your passions in a meaningful way.
To start with, there are hundreds of vacancies available — there are nearly 2,000 job listings for Sustainability Consultants around the world on EcoCareers alone right now.
What’s more, all signs point to a shortage of skilled workers, meaning companies are more likely to be a little flexible with their hiring process. They may be more willing to take in people with limited experience, or with formal education that’s not exactly in the field they were looking for.
The resources are there and the opportunity is right; all that’s waiting is you.