1. Define Your Role & Value Proposition Clarify how you want to contribute: Are you a technical expert (e.g., engineer, data analyst, ESG consultant)? A creative (e.g., communications, content, design)? A strategist (e.g., research, business development, supply chain)? Sustainability is broad , covering: Renewable energy Carbon accounting ESG reporting Circular economy Sustainable agriculture Green finance 🎯 Action : Identify 1–2 niche areas where your background, skills, or passion align with the sector. 🌐 2. Start Freelancing or Volunteering Remotely Many U.S.-based startups or nonprofits need remote, international talent —especially in sustainability. Where to find them: LinkedIn Jobs : Filter for remote + sustainability . Climatebase.org : The best sustainability-specific job board. AngelList Talent : For U.S. climate tech startups. Catchafire.org : Volunteer remotely for U.S.-based social impact orgs. 🎯 Action : Apply for part-t...
TRACK 1: Green Startups This path is all about agility, innovation, and wearing multiple hats. You're valued for your ability to take a product idea and launch, scale, and position it. 🔹 Target Roles: Product Manager (Climate Tech / Bio Materials) Head of Growth or Marketing (Green Tech) Business Development / Strategy Lead Sustainability Product Evangelist 🔹 Target Sectors: Bio-based chemicals, carbon capture tech Green packaging & sustainable materials Climate SaaS (ESG, carbon tracking, etc.) Battery storage, hydrogen, biofuel startups 🔹 Key Startup Names (India + Global): Carbon Clean , GPS Renewables , Banyan Nation Climes.io , Takachar , Recykal LanzaTech , Twelve , Pivot Bio Watershed , Persefoni , Planet FWD 🔹 Starter Actions: Follow climate/green startup incubators: Climate Collective , Venture for ClimateTech , Third Derivative Tailor your LinkedIn headline to something like: "Chemical Engineer | MBA |...