Climate Change

Energy Foundation Overview:
Founded in 1991, the Energy Foundation is a grantmaking foundation whose mission is
to assist in a national and global transition to a sustainable energy future by
advancing energy efficiency and renewable energy. The Foundation's work is largely
focused on mitigating global climate change. Its geographic focus is on the United
States and China, the largest and fastest growing energy
markets in the world.
The Energy Foundation believes a sustainable energy future is one in which the
supply and use of energy help promote and maintain high living standards. Key
elements of such a future are: (1) more efficient energy use and a successful
transition from conventional to renewable energy; (2) maintenance of the earth's
ecological systems and the life-supporting services they provide; (3) provision of
energy at reasonable cost; and, (4) equitable distribution of energy services to
different members of the population, both internationally and within nations.
The following overarching strategic premise drives the Energy Foundation to focus
its grantmaking on public policy:

1. New technologies can grow the economy with far less pollution.
2. Policy shapes energy markets, determining which technologies are developed and
ultimately thrive.
3. Intelligent philanthropy can influence energy policy, thus leveraging billions
of dollars of investment in the energy sector and stimulating dramatic reductions
in global warming pollution.
The Foundation is headquartered in San Francisco and also has an office located in
Beijing, China. The Foundation has 44 staff members (23 in the San Francisco office)
and a 2007 budget of approximately $60 million. For more information about the
programs of the Energy Foundation please review the website:
www.ef.org

Coal Resistance Program Overview:
The Energy Foundation began funding work to resist construction of new coal-fired
power plants late in 2003. The objective has been to avoid a 60-year lock-in of
carbon emissions from the 120 new coal-fired power plants proposed in the U.S. This
work began in the Intermountain West states, expanded to the Upper Midwest and Texas
in 2005, and to Florida, the Carolinas and the Lower Plains states in 2007. Today
our grantees are resisting about 45 plants that are in active permitting, while
making the case that clean alternatives can meet customer demand at competitive
costs. Since 2003, our grantees have helped block more than 38 proposed coal power
plants, including recent dramatic wins in Kansas, Texas, and Florida.

Program Officer:
The Program Officer will be based in San Francisco and report to David Wooley, Vice
President for Domestic Policy Initiatives and Program Director for the Power
Utilities Program. The Program Officer will take charge of grantmaking to resist
new coal-fired power plants, managing a $7-10 million grant portfolio and budget.
He or she will also:

* help develop and refine program strategies and campaign tactics;
* conduct targeted research;
* solicit and review proposals;
* write dockets for board consideration;
* evaluate the impact of individual grants;
* maintain relationships with grantees, other funders, and other experts in the field;
* initiate strategy calls and meetings;
* engage directly in the field as needed; and
* help prepare compelling proposals and reports for the Energy Foundation's
funding partners.
The Program Officer may also help liaison with related efforts in China and Europe.
Professional Qualifications and Personal Attributes
The Program Officer should ideally embody the following professional qualifications
and personal attributes:

* A deep commitment to the mission and values of the Energy Foundation.
* A strong understanding of regulation of air pollution and electric utilities.
* Experience with sophisticated advocacy campaigns.
* Comfort with qualitative and quantitative policy analysis and assessment of
energy and pollution impacts.
* Incisive, independent, analytic mind.
* A track record of applying sound political and strategic judgment in complex
situations.
* Proven ability to initiate and manage projects.
* Experience creating collaboration among a network of organizations or companies.
* Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
* Ability to work well in a team; enthusiastic personality; sense of humor.
* Willingness to travel.

Desirable attributes, but not required: (1) a background in project finance, (2)
professional experience and relationships in the Midwest or Southeast. Masters or
other advanced degree preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
The Energy Foundation offers an excellent benefits package and a salary that is
commensurate with experience.
Start Date: Immediate

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter explaining how their skills and
background fit this position and a resume to Craig Appel, Director of Partner
Relations, The Energy Foundation, 1012 Torney Ave. #1, San Francisco, CA 94129.
FAX 415-561-6709 EMAIL: craig@ef.org Women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. The Energy Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer.

Energy Foundation Overview:
Founded in 1991, the Energy Foundation is a grantmaking foundation whose mission is
to assist in a national and global transition to a sustainable energy future by
advancing energy efficiency and renewable energy. The Foundation's work is largely
focused on mitigating global climate change. Its geographic focus is on the United
States and China, the largest and fastest growing energy
markets in the world.
The Energy Foundation believes a sustainable energy future is one in which the
supply and use of energy help promote and maintain high living standards. Key
elements of such a future are: (1) more efficient energy use and a successful
transition from conventional to renewable energy; (2) maintenance of the earth's
ecological systems and the life-supporting services they provide; (3) provision of
energy at reasonable cost; and, (4) equitable distribution of energy services to
different members of the population, both internationally and within nations.
The following overarching strategic premise drives the Energy Foundation to focus
its grantmaking on public policy:

1. New technologies can grow the economy with far less pollution.
2. Policy shapes energy markets, determining which technologies are developed and ultimately thrive.
3. Intelligent philanthropy can influence energy policy, thus leveraging billions
of dollars of investment in the energy sector and stimulating dramatic reductions
in global warming pollution.
The Foundation is headquartered in San Francisco and also has an office located in
Beijing, China. The Foundation has 44 staff members (23 in the San Francisco office)
and a 2007 budget of approximately $60 million. For more information about the
programs of the Energy Foundation please review the website:
www.ef.org

Climate Program Overview:
Halting global warming at 2°C above pre-industrial temperatures-the threshold
supported by an increasing number of scientists and analysts-means that U.S. and
global carbon emissions must peak before 2015 and decline steeply after that. A
recent analysis sponsored by six major foundations ("Design to Win," California
Environmental Associates, August 2007) finds that global CO2 savings of 30 gigatons
will be needed by 2030 to meet the 2°C goal.
If we are to succeed in meeting this daunting challenge, the U.S. must establish
national policy in the next few years that sets an immediate firm limit on
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and drives emissions down over time. More
specifically, the Energy Foundation's Climate Program seeks to achieve national
carbon policy that puts a price on carbon, immediately reverses the growth in GHG
emissions and sets the U.S. on a trajectory of 60 to 80 percent reductions by 2050,
prevents additional investment in new high-carbon infrastructure, works in tandem
with sector-specific and state-level policies, and promotes U.S. re-engagement in
international negotiations over a climate treaty. Achieving such a policy in the
next few years is at the outside edge of what is politically conceivable today.
The Climate Program's task is to accelerate work on policy design questions (such as
allocation of carbon permits, cost containment, and linkages to state policies) and
build political support for a strong policy. Our strategies to build political
support include continuing the progress on precedent-setting policies at the state
and regional levels, earning media attention, supporting economic analysis, engaging
non-environmental constituencies, and organizing in states and districts.
The Energy Foundation's Climate Program has a strong history of helping to build
momentum for U.S. climate policy at the state level. The Climate Program has been
the largest funder behind the successful efforts to get governors from both parties
all across the country to step out on global warming, and to establish state and
regional climate policy precedents. Twenty-four states are now working on
cap-and-trade and an additional seven states are preparing comprehensive climate
plans. The Climate Program will continue to support these efforts, while it also
expands to fund more work aimed directly at national policy.

Program Officer:
The Program Officer will be based in San Francisco and report to Marcus Schneider,
Climate Program Director. The Program Officer, Program Director, and Program
Associate Jane Bloch will work as a team to achieve the Climate Program objectives.
The Program Officer will work with the Program Director to develop and refine
program goals, strategies, and priorities. The Program Officer will also:

* manage a grants portfolio and budget (approximately $4 million to start) aimed at winning specific policy objectives;
* solicit, review, and recommend proposals for funding;
* write dockets for board consideration;
* evaluate the impact of individual grants;
* maintain relationships with grantees, other funders, and other experts and leaders in the field;
* initiate strategy calls and meetings as needed;
* engage directly in the field as needed; and,
* help prepare compelling proposals and reports for the Energy Foundation's funding partners.

Professional Qualifications and Personal Attributes:
The Program Officer should ideally embody the following professional qualifications
and personal attributes:

* A deep commitment to the mission and values of the Energy Foundation.
* At least five to seven years' experience in the fields of energy or climate
policy, either in policy development, policy execution, or campaigning.
* Comfort with qualitative and quantitative energy and climate policy analysis.
* An insightful, independent analytic mind.
* A strong track record of applying sound political and strategic judgment in
complex situations.
* Experience negotiating with government officials or business leaders.
* Experience creating collaboration among networks of organizations or companies.
* Proven ability to initiate and manage projects.
* Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
* Ability to work well in a team; enthusiastic personality; sense of humor.
* Willingness to travel.

We are especially interested in candidates with one or more of the following
attributes, though these are not required: (1) a background in economic analysis,
(2) professional experience and relationships in either the Midwest or Southeast,
(3) professional background in and relationships with non-environmental
constituencies important to the climate debate (e.g., labor unions, Latino
organizations), (4) grantmaking experience. Masters or other advanced degree
preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:
The Energy Foundation offers an excellent benefits package and a salary that is
commensurate with experience.
Start Date: Immediate

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter explaining how their skills and
background fit this position and a resume to Craig Appel, Director of Partner
Relations, The Energy Foundation, 1012 Torney Ave. #1, San Francisco, CA 94129.
FAX 415-561-6709 EMAIL: craig@ef.org Women and people of color are especially encouraged to apply. The Energy Foundation
is an equal-opportunity employer.

Summary: Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2) is a national community of business people
who believe in protecting the environment while building economic prosperity.
Working with NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council), E2 serves as a champion on
the economic side of good environmental policy by taking a reasoned, economically
sound approach to environmental issues. E2 works at both the state and national
levels through its bipartisan efforts. More information can be found at www.e2.org.

Environmental Entrepreneurs is looking for a summer 2008 research assistant for our
Climate Campaign in our San Francisco office. The Campaign is focused on building
business support for the effective implementation of California's Global Warming
Solutions Act of 2006. This position lasts until the end of the summer and is
available immediately. There is a chance that the position could extend into fall
2008.

Project Description: E2C2 is working on a campaign to implement AB 32, California's
Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006. The paid intern will be responsible for
working with the E2 co-founder on the details of a proposed California Carbon Trust,
as recommended by the AB 32 Economic and Technology Advancement Advisory Committee
(see the ETAAC Final Report). The primary focus will be on finding and investigating
Greenhouse Gas emission reduction projects outside of capped sectors that might be
suitable for the Carbon Trust. This full-time position offers flex hours and
telecommuting for a three month period.

Qualifications: We are seeking individuals (graduate students or people in a career
transition) who care about global warming and want to influence environmental and
economic policy. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are
necessary. Must be able to work independently. This position will require attention
to detail and the ability to manage several tasks at once. Knowledge of climate
change and energy issues required.

Compensation: This is a paid internship, with a stipend paid for full-time work.
We may also be able to offer course credit if your program supports this kind of
internship. Interns will additionally have opportunities for interaction with other
parts of the organization including networking opportunities inside and outside of
NRDC.

To Apply:
Please send resume and cover letter to:
Rocky Fernandez, Climate Campaign Coordinator
Environmental Entrepreneurs
111 Sutter Street, 20th floor
San Francisco, CA 94109
Email: jobs@e2.org

Greenpeace, the world's leading international environmental organization, is seeking passionate organizers who are ready to stop global warming. Scientists say we must act now to stop the worst effects of climate change: more severe hurricanes, heat waves, droughts, floods, and sea level rise. We have the solutions and the technology to solve global warming, but the political will is lacking. Greenpeace's cutting-edge Project Hot Seat (www.projecthotseat.org) is leading the charge to convince Congress to take significant action to stop global warming. Our field team is mobilizing thousands of citizens to make global warming a key issue in the 2008 elections. Greenpeace Field Organizers will make sure that Congress pays attention to the people they represent instead of powerful corporate interests

History:
Greenpeace was founded in 1971 by a small group of activists standing up to nuclear testing off the Alaskan Coast. These daring few effectively won a total ban on nuclear testing and launched Greenpeace's legacy of "bearing witness" to environmental abuse. We continue to use non-violent direct action, creative confrontation, and grassroots organizing to build solutions to global warming, toxic pollution, and destruction of our ancient forests and oceans. Today, Greenpeace is the world's largest environmental organization, with 2.5 million members in 40 countries, and continues to lead the way to a clean and peaceful planet.

Job Scope and Responsibilities:
Greenpeace Field Organizers are driven, articulate, strategic, and able to quickly and effectively inspire a community to challenge their member of Congress to stop global warming. Each organizer will plan and implement a community-based campaign to mobilize the public and work with Congress to make global warming a legislative priority.

Specific responsibilities include:
-Recruit and train campaign volunteers and key coalition partners
-Plan and execute global warming education and outreach events
-Generate media coverage on the issue of global warming
-Build relationships with Congress to ensure long-term action
-Implement other tactics to pressure congressional targets to become champions
-Quickly develop knowledge of global warming issues

Skills and accomplishments:
-Demonstrated leadership experience
-Able to inspire a diverse group of people
-Strong communication skills including public speaking, written and oral
-Critical thinking and time-management skills
-Able to keep a level head in a fast-paced campaign environment
-Commitment to grassroots organizing as a means of affecting change

Apply online at:http://members.greenpeace.org/survey/start/41/
Two start dates: April 14, 2008 or June 9, 2008. Campaign expected to end December 2008.

Salary: $30,660 plus paid medical and dental, generous paid vacation package and more. BA/BS Degree preferred or equivalent experience. Nationwide positions available, willingness to relocate preferred. Locations expected to include: Iowa, Illinois, California, Oregon, Virginia, Arkansas, Arizona, Delaware, Indiana, Maine, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Leadership opportunities for top candidates. Greenpeace encourages all interested persons to apply, regardless of sex, race, religion, national origin, disabilities or sexual orientation.

Company Introduction:

3Degrees is a national leader in originating and commercializing renewable energy
certificates (RECs) and verified emissions reductions (VERs). Our mission is
simple. 3Degrees helps reduce the magnitude of climate change by becoming the
leading, trusted provider of customized, global climate change solutions to U.S.
businesses, utilities and institutions. 3Degrees also assists projects that produce
environmental commodities in the financing, verification, registration, and
commercialization of REC and VERs.

3Degrees services include:

- Renewable Energy Certificates (voluntary and compliance)
- Verified Emissions Reductions
- Utility Partnership Services
- Carbon Footprinting and Climate Consulting Services
- Project Finance Investment Services

Our company engages clients to develop, execute, and communicate sustainability
strategies that add value to their brand. Our expertise in sourcing, diligencing,
and commercializing verified carbon offsets and certified renewable energy
certificates enables customers to reduce their carbon footprint. Named the 2005 and
2007 U.S. Department of Energy Renewable Energy Marketer of the Year, 3Degrees and
its employees are committed to delivering market expertise and the highest quality
and integrity products and services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director of Origination will lead 3Degrees' origination of verified emission
reductions and renewable energy certificates across a broad portfolio of climate
mitigation technologies. This candidate will be responsible for identifying,
evaluating, negotiating with, contracting for, and financing high-quality VER and
REC projects in the United States and around the globe.

The primarily responsibilities include:

- Leading 3Degrees Origination Team
- Setting origination strategy
- Developing and managing pipeline of renewable energy and emissions reduction projects
- Project diligence
- Negotiation
- Market research
- Identifying investment opportunities
- Securing project finance
- Provision of verification, registration, and other associated services

Skills and Experience:

- 5-10 years experience in project finance, project development, energy and commodity markets-ideally, carbon and renewable energy markets-or structured transaction brokerage
- Demonstrated knowledge of applicable markets, including market participants, regulatory standards, transactions, and associated environmental commodities
- Demonstrated background in structured transactions and contract negotiations within the energy field
- Strong organizational, market development, leadership, due diligence, negotiation and contracting skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and public speaking experience.
- Strong financial and business aptitude
- Experience in a growth stage enterprise
- Exhibit strong leadership in a fast-paced environment and travel as position demands
- Desire to work collaboratively with retail and wholesale trading operations
- A bachelor's degree in a related field is required; a graduate degree in business, policy, law, or engineering preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

- Compensation commensurate with experience
- Equity
- Group medical and dental, 401(k)
- Become part of a team of individuals equally committed to sustainability and renewable energy

Application Process:

If you are interested in this position, please review the 3Degrees website for
additional information about the organization at www.3degreesinc.com. To apply,
please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@3degreesinc.com. Please write "Director of Origination" in the
subject heading, as only applications with this subject heading will be accepted.
The position shall remain open until filled.

The Silicon Valley Leadership Group is seeking an Energy and Environmental Policy
Associate to focus on organizational priorities in these subject areas through
policy advocacy and program implementation.

Roles and Responsibilities include:
Environmental and Energy Policy Committee support: Staff monthly meetings and
working groups, including meeting planning, logistics, and procuring guest speakers.
Be responsive to Committee member concerns and assist in member outreach and
engagement. Track our internal decision-making process and follow up on action
items.

Legislative and Regulatory Issues: For select priority areas, monitor and report on
key issues, milestones, and collect input. Write issue briefs for member
consideration, using internet-based research, policy reports, and contacting
experts. Prepare materials and talking points for use in advocacy. Policy areas
include competitive energy markets, energy efficiency and renewable energy,
chemicals and waste materials, water reliability, and climate change.

Projects and programs: Management of multi-million dollar energy efficiency program,
including contractor and client relationships, program marketing and reporting,
invoicing, and program strategy. Support multiple on-going projects by promoting
participation, communicating progress, and adapting strategy. Projects include our
Clean & Green Energy Action Plan, as well as partnerships with other organizations
such as Sustainable Silicon Valley.

Events: Support and occasionally spearhead event planning efforts, including
coordination with partners, logistics, speaker management, marketing, and promotion.
Past events include annual Energy Summit and workshops on water efficiency, climate
change policy, solar power, demand response, and carbon offsets.

General:

· Represent the Leadership Group to media, regulators, policymakers, and community leaders through speeches, testimony, stakeholder groups, presentations, and events.

· Manage and mentor volunteer interns, including recruitment, training, and mentoring.

Skills:

· Have excellent interpersonal, diplomatic, verbal and written communication skills

· Be a self-starter, able to work independently and with a multi-disciplinary team

· Manage time well with competing priorities. Professional and results-focused.

· Quickly develop a rapport with member constituents and partner organizations

· Thrive in creative, dynamic, and challenging environment

· Have some familiarity with the California legislative and regulatory process

Qualifications:

We will be hiring for 0-3+ years of experience. Job title and competitive salary
will be commensurate with experience and training. We will consider a range of
experience and academic degrees (undergraduate degree is a minimum). Preferred
academic disciplines or experience include public policy, political science,
engineering, economics, energy, and environmental science. Applicants should have a
strong interest in public policy.

About our team: We are a dynamic, passionate team where everyone pitches in and
supports organizational priorities and events. This will include staffing
high-profile events, participation in advocacy trips with city, county, and state
leaders, and participation in various organization-sponsored gatherings. This may
include some early morning and evening engagements. Our offices are based in San
Jose within walking distance of the airport, Guadalupe River Trail, and public
transit.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to
aballard@svlg.net with "Energy and Environmental Policy Associate" in the subject.

About the Leadership Group:

Founded in 1978 by David Packard of Hewlett-Packard, the Leadership Group represents
250 of Silicon Valley's most respected employers on issues, programs and campaigns
that address major public policy issues affecting the economic health and quality of
life in Silicon Valley. We advocate for adequate affordable housing, comprehensive
regional transportation, reliable cost-effective energy, a quality K-12 and higher
education system and prepared workforce, a sustainable environment, and business and
tax policies that keep California and Silicon Valley competitive. Leadership Group
members collectively provide nearly 250,000 local jobs, or one of every four private
sector jobs in Silicon Valley. The Leadership Group is nonprofit, nonpartisan, and a
Santa Clara County Certified Green Business. We have a staff of 19 employees along
with interns and volunteer executives.