Environmental Economics
Transition to a Bioeconomy: Risk, Infrastructure & Industry Evolution
This is the second in a series of four conferences sponsored by Farm Foundation and USDA to inventory current knowledge, highlight lessons learned to date, identify future possibilities and determine what we need to know for the future. These conferences and the products produced from them will provide government, industry, academic and community leaders with objective information and analysis they can use to make more informed decisions related to the bioeconomy in the next decade.
Chabot Space & Science Center Environmental Intern
Submitted by mia5793 on June 19, 2008 - 2:59pm.Associate Market Monitoring Analyst for California ISO
Submitted by sprowles on April 29, 2008 - 2:48pm.The California ISO is recruiting for Associate Market Monitoring Analyst. This is
an excellent opportunity that can lead to a career in the electric utility industry.
About the Position:
Under close direction, the Associate Market Monitoring Analyst will play a key role
in the analysis of overall market performance and efficiency, impact of market
rules, behavior of market participants; and develops and evaluates appropriate
options for prevention or resolution of potential market design problems,
inefficiencies, gaming or non-compliance with market rules.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Monitors and analyzes market performance, market participant behavior and
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* Learns and assists in the design and calculation of indices for monitoring market performance and market participant behavior.
* Assists in the design, development and management of surveillance/monitoring
systems used in identifying, analyzing and investigating market performance,
efficiency, participant behavior and compliance with market rules.
* Participates in the development of enhanced Tariff provisions or other options
for improving market design and efficiency, preventing and sanctioning market
gaming, abuses and non-compliance with the ISO Tariff or other relevant contracts
and market rules.
* Provides economic analysis related to market design issues.[cid:image001.png@01C8A8C1.970CC490]
* Assists in and performs investigations of market performance, behavior and
design issues and creates special analytical reports as
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* Prepares and analyzes data queries, reports, charts and slide presentations to
support special studies, investigations, Board Meetings and Market Monitoring
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* Maintains a highly secure and protected market investigation process.[cid:image001.png@01C8A8C1.970CC490]
* Attends business meetings, and collaborates with colleagues to develop "best
practices", and to identify and resolve issues to help create a flexible and efficient organization
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
A Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) in Economics, Business, Engineering, Operations
Research or related field or equivalent education, training and experience.
Master's (MS, MA, or MBA) degree highly preferred.
Experience:
This is an entry-level position, no experience is required. Strong quantitative
skills with strong emphasis on statistical analysis are required. Demonstrated
skill or familiarity with manipulation and analysis of large data sets required.
Computer skills (e.g. Excel) and programming (SQL, SAS, etc.) required.
Other:
Must be able to work effectively in a team environment as facilitator and team
member. Must be able to handle a dynamic and changing work environment, and work
well independently. Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills
required
About the California ISO:
The California ISO, located in Folsom, California, is the impartial operator of the
state's wholesale power grid - directing the flow of electricity between energy
suppliers and the utilities that serve 30 million Californians. At the California
ISO, our Core Values are integrity, teamwork, excellence, a focus on people, and
open communications. We strive to cultivate a workplace environment where employees
are encouraged to do their best work with the highest degree of professional
standards, team collaboration, and customer service. Our goal is to promote
continuous improvement and support opportunities for employees to develop
professionally. The California ISO endeavors to foster an invigorating and
fulfilling work environment, and we hope that you will consider joining our team as
the next step in your career.
If you are interested in applying for this position, or any other positions within
the California ISO, please visit us online at www.caiso.com
The Solar Century
Submitted by sprowles on April 21, 2008 - 2:31pm.World Bank report co-authored by UC economists calls for more investment in agriculture
Submitted by sprowles on October 26, 2007 - 3:46pm.Clean Tech Economics
Submitted by sprowles on September 12, 2007 - 2:35pm.
VIII International Seminar on Energy Markets
Submitted by admin on July 25, 2007 - 9:57am.UC Systemwide Funding Opportunities
Submitted by cmjones on May 8, 2007 - 12:27pm.RAEL lunch
Ricardo Bayon is the Managing Director of the "Ecosystem Marketplace," a web site and information/analysis service covering the emerging environmental markets for carbon, water, and biodiversity. For nearly a decade he has specialized on issues related to finance, banking, and the environment. He has done work for a number of organizations, including Innovest Strategic Value Advisors, Insight Investments, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank, IUCN, The Nature Conservancy, Domini Social Investment, among others.
Agricultural Economics Library
Submitted by cmjones on April 24, 2007 - 10:11am.