Environmental Economist

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Are you ready to shape the future of sustainable energy? Pure Sky Energy is uniting communities for a sustainable future, we lead the charge in providing renewable energy solutions that invigorate progress, enhance lives, and leave a legacy of environmental stewardship.

Pure Sky Energy (“Pure Sky”) is a leading renewable energy company committed to driving the transition to clean and sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in developing, constructing, and operating renewable energy projects across the United States. With a focus on innovation and a dedication to environmental stewardship, we are at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution.

Our core values include each of the following which we live and breathe daily:
Respect
|The planet, our communities and each other.
Integrity
|Accountability in doing the right thing.
Sustainability
|Ethically carving new paths towards a better future.
Energized
| The industry and our team have an exciting runway for growth, and we are just getting started.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Environmental Economist who will be responsible for developing economic strategies and assessing the costs and benefits of environmental policies, regulations, and resource use decisions, based on quantitative models and comparative analysis.

• Collecting and analyzing data comparing policy alternatives’ environmental
• impacts.
• Developing economic models to forecast ecological/economic outcomes.
• Monitoring market and environmental trends to inform investment decisions.
• Planning energy-economics research with budgets/timelines for decision making in deployment planning long term project viability.
• Recommending sustainable, resource-efficient practices supporting environmental performance, economic efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

• U.S. Master’s degree in Environmental Economics or Environmental Management; and
• 24 months of experience developing financial models for renewable energy projects, including: conducting feasibility studies using energy resource assessment, revenue forecasting, and evaluation of grid interconnection options; conducting project due diligence and appraisal for renewable energy systems by applying environmental economic analysis to assess costs and risks of regulatory compliance and to support investment and acquisition decisions, including preparation of grant proposals with financial analysis;
  
  monitoring environmental policy, electricity market conditions, and regulatory trends; and contributing to climate change mitigation/adaptation, energy access, or sustainable infrastructure projects.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including generous company provided premium support
• Paid Vacation Time – 3 weeks to start
• Personal Days for volunteering or personal appointments

• Salary Range: $71,635-$86,653 USD
• Bonus: 20% of annual salary

At Pure Sky Energy, we know that fostering an inclusive workplace, which values diversity, inclusion, and belonging is paramount to our success. To fulfill our mission, we need people who come from all backgrounds and walks of life, who bring diverse…