Green-e Energy Verification Associate

Center for Resource Solutions(CRS) is 501(c)(3) nonprofit that promotes policy and market-based solutions to advance sustainable energy in the U.S. and internationally. CRS’s work engages stakeholders across the sustainable energy sector, including renewable energy users, sellers, government, and other NGOs through its education, technical assistance, and policy-focused programs and outreach. CRS also administers the market-leading Green-e® programs, which offer independent environmental and consumer protection standards and certification for buyers and producers of renewable energy, such as utility green power programs, and carbon offsets.

CRS is seeking a motivated individual to serve as one of 2-3 Verification Associates for the summer of 2026. This is a great opportunity to learn about renewable energy and the intricacies of the voluntary renewable energy market in which it is sold. The Associate will work closely with Green-e® Energy staff and learn about each of the Green-e® programs:
Energy, Climate, Marketplace, and Renewable Fuels.

The position will begin during the week of May 26th, 2026 and run through August 13th, 2026, and possibly later depending on the candidate and CRS’s needs. The candidate must be available to start during the last week of May, for training purposes, and if agreed to beforehand, this training could be done remotely, with in-person work beginning no later than Monday June 1st, 2026.

The Associate will assist with the Green-e® Energy program’s annual verification process, and have opportunities for research, data analysis and other projects, based on the needs of the Green-e® programs and the interest and experience of the candidate.

Verification (75-80%):
Renewable energy sellers in the Green-e® Energy program are required to submit an annual Verification Report detailing their renewable energy purchases and sales during a given year. These reports are audited by accountants hired by the program participant. The Associate will assist Green-e® Energy staff and other Associates in reviewing and processing the reports, which are received June 1st, 2026.

Research (20-25%):
In addition to verification tasks, there are a number of other areas within CRS that can use assistance. Depending on the applicant’s particular interests and skills, they may work in a number of areas, including but not limited to:

• Renewable energy facility reviews
• Clean energy and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions accounting research
• Renewable energy markets and accounting in other countries
• Facilitating partnerships with like-minded organizations
• State and federal policy research
• Program data analysis
• Green-e® Salesforce applications

• Passion for renewable energy and environmental issues
• Study or work experience in Accounting, Environmental Studies, Economics, Communications, Software QA/QC, Policy or related field
• Experience with Microsoft Excel; knowledge of functions, pivot tables, and other data analysis features is extremely helpful
• Comfortable managing and reviewing large amounts of data
• Great attention to detail
• High level of comfort contacting clients by phone and email in a professional manner
• Previous experience with renewable energy markets is a plus

This is a temporary, non-exempt position, and the Associate is expected to work 40 hours per week. This position pays $23 per hour if funding from the applicant’s university or another grant-giving institution is not available. The schedule will be 5 days per week, 8 hours per day and no more than 40 hours each week.

This position is a hybrid position and requires in-person presence in CRS’s San Francisco based office Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and remote Wednesday and Friday. Currently CRS maintains a hybrid work schedule, but that could change based on the needs of the organization and other factors.

CRS, based in the Presidio National Park in San Francisco, offers a stimulating work environment with many opportunities for collaboration. The office operates on a hybrid schedule, providing flexibility to staff. In addition, Associates will accrue paid sick…