Green Jobs Pod – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, Green Jobs Network CEO Leonard Adler shares timely resources for people working in green jobs and those exploring career opportunities.

You’ll learn about the 150 new opportunities with the Energy Communities AmeriCorps, full-time and part-time fellowships, a $1,000 scholarship for graduate students, and upcoming job fairs and events. This episode also includes a roundup of the first-ever White House Summit on Environmental Justice in Action. 

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Jobs Spotlight

• Energy Communities AmeriCorps (part of the American Climate Corps)

Fellowships Spotlight

• SolarCorps Fellowship
• Dana Alston Environmental Justice Fellowship (National Wildlife Federation)
• Research Fellow (Plant-Based Meat) at the Good Food Institute
• Our Climate Fellowship and Our Climate Environmental Justice Fellowship
• FUSE Executive Fellowship in Los Angeles County

Scholarship Spotlight

• Gene Clark Memorial Scholarship (American Solar Energy Society)

Upcoming Events

• Climate Week NYC
• Los Angeles Climate Week
• RE+ (and RE+ Clean Energy Job Fair)
• Greentown Boston Climatetech Career Fair
• Greenbuild 2024

Event Roundup

• White House Summit on Environmental Justice in Action (and EnvironmentalJustice.gov)

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In this episode, Green Jobs Network CEO Leonard Adler interviews attorney Matthew Karmel. Matthew is the head of Offit Kurman’s Environmental and Sustainability Practice and has built a national practice that combines traditional environmental expertise with cutting-edge sustainability issues.

Matthew is also the founder of "The Planetary Lawyer Project," a newsletter read by more than 1,000 climate-curious lawyers worldwide. He uses the newsletter to share insights on building a climate-focused legal career, elevate diverse voices within the legal community, and encourage planet-friendly pro bono work among his readers.

Matt shares the inspiring story of how he evolved his legal career to work on climate change, his work helping other people find legal jobs in climate through The Planetary Lawyer Project, and tips for job seekers.

Matthew Karmel & The Planetary Lawyer Project

• Matthew Karmel | LinkedIn
• Matthew Karmel | Offit Kurman
• The Planetary Lawyer Project
• Climate Law Job Statistics

Additional Climate Legal Career Resources

• Green Pro Bono (volunteer opportunities)
• Climate Law Jobs (from Green Jobs Network)

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The second installment of the Green Jobs Pod is here and we’re highlighting a few great opportunities for job seekers and job providers. Listen to learn more and to not miss Leonard’s job search tip for your toolbox.

Job Spotlight: Two roles at Beyond Plastics

• Managing Director job
• Policy Director job
• More remote jobs at remoteclimatejobs.com

Fellowship Spotlight: FUSE Executive Fellowship in LA County

• Fellowship information and application instructions
• More fellowships at climatefellowships.com

Event Spotlight: RE+ Clean Energy Job Fair

• Job fair information and registration

Tools for Your Job Search Toolbox: Portfolio Job Boards

• Collection of portfolio job boards

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Green Jobs Network proudly presents the launch of Green Jobs Pod: your destination for career opportunities and inspiration to help you enter the green economy – and thrive once you arrive.

Your host, Leonard Adler, shares what brought him to his decades-long pursuit to help those wishing to make a difference find purposeful work and financial security.

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In this episode, Green Jobs Network CEO Leonard Adler interviews Laura Thorne, founder of The Environmental Career Coach, certified career coach, and experienced business consultant who helps students, recent graduates, and career changers pursue impactful careers in the environmental and sustainability sectors.

With a background in biology, a career pivot of her own, and years of experience in habitat restoration and project management, Laura understands the unique challenges faced by job seekers. Her coaching is grounded in real-world insight, blending a passion for science with practical strategies to help clients move from uncertainty to clarity in their job search.

Through Environmental Career Coach, Laura offers one-on-one coaching, online courses, and actionable resources designed to help job seekers build professional networks, sharpen their career direction, and stand out in a competitive market.

In addition to her coaching work, Laura co-hosts Environmental Professionals Radio and formerly served as president of the Tampa Bay Association of Environmental Professionals. She holds a B.S. in Biology from the University of South Florida and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) — further equipping her to guide others in turning big career goals into realistic, strategic plans.

Tune in to hear Laura’s insights on making a successful career shift, breaking into the environmental sector, and finding meaningful work that aligns with your values!

Connect with The Environmental Career Coach:

• Home page
• Free resources
• Instagram page
• Environmental Professionals Radio
• Laura Thorne on LinkedIn

As a bonus, listeners can save 10% on One on One Hourly Coaching or Personal Coaching from The Environmental Career Coach with discount code GJN10.

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To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, which is marking its 10th anniversary from November 17 - 23, 2024, this episode spotlights the world of apprenticeships!

Apprenticeships have existed for many years and there is increasing interest in apprenticeships that support occupations relevant to green, clean energy, and climate-focused careers.

This episode provides an overview of apprenticeships, benefits for job seekers and employers, and resources to learn more, including the new website ClimateApprenticeships.com! 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• National Apprenticeship Week
• Apprenticeship.gov
• Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)
• ClimateApprenticeships.com

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In this episode, we explore the world of blue jobs and the blue economy as Green Jobs Network CEO Leonard Adler interviews Patricia Puig, Ph.D., a passionate advocate and expert in the blue economy, ocean conservation, and Marine Protected Areas.

Dr. Puig is a senior consultant with 15 years of experience who provides solutions based on science and conservation, ensuring that the blue economy is not just a concept but a practical reality. She is the Founder and CEO of Oceanogami and the Co-Founder of blue-jobs.com, an online platform dedicated to job opportunities in the marine sector. 

Dr. Puig shares her inspiring career journey, insights into the growing field of blue jobs, and tips for job seekers.

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• Website of Patricia Puig, Ph.D.
• Oceanogami
• Blue-jobs.com

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In this episode, Green Jobs Network CEO Leonard Adler interviews Alexis Olans Haass, who shares her inspiring story of working at the intersection of business and climate issues for more than 20 years.

Alexis’ pioneering career has included leading adidas’ Brand Sustainability program as Director, Business Strategy + Business Development, and serving as the founding Chief Sustainability Officer at Arcadis, a global design, engineering, and infrastructure firm. Alexis is also a member of the EU Women’s Climate Leadership Network at the European Investment Bank and a global fellow at the League of Intrapreneurs.

Alexis shares the story of how she successfully built her sustainability and climate career, insights on how to make an impact within an organization, and tips for job seekers.

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Alexis Olans Haass | Senior Business & Climate Strategy Executive | LinkedIn 

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In this episode, Green Jobs Network CEO Leonard Adler shares timely resources for people working in green jobs and those seeking opportunities.

You’ll learn about full-time and part-time fellowships, upcoming job fairs & career events, and tools for exploring career pathways.

Listen for all the details!

Fellowships Spotlight

• Constellations Fellowship
• EarthShare Texas Green Leaders Fellowship
• Echoing Green
• NYU Law Fellows
• BAAQMD Environmental Justice Fellowship
• Institutional Foodservice Fellow at The Good Food Institute
• More at ClimateFellowships.com

Job Fairs & Career Events

• Finding Your Future In Food Systems (North American Food Systems Network)
• Greentown Boston Climatetech Career Fair
• Green Opportunities Fair (Phoenix, AZ)
• Westchester County Clean Energy Jobs and Resource Fair
• More events

Career Resources Spotlight

• Capitol Region Green Buildings Career Map
• ClimateCAP’s Climate Career Map
• More at ClimateJobTraining.com

Scholarship Spotlight

• Gene Clark Memorial Scholarship (American Solar Energy Society)

News

• U.S. Energy and Employment Report

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In this episode, Green Jobs Network CEO Leonard Adler speaks with Dr. Amy Collins and Dr. Shanda Demorest, two leading voices in the sustainable health care movement. Amy and Shanda serve in leadership roles at Health Care Without Harm and Practice Greenhealth, organizations at the forefront of transforming health care into a driver of environmental sustainability and climate action.

Dr. Amy Collins is an emergency physician and a sustainable health care professional. She serves as the Medical Director at Health Care Without Harm and Practice Greenhealth and leads their health professional engagement work. In her role she leads the Health Care Without Harm Climate-Smart Collective, a national network of health professionals committed to reducing the environmental impact of health care and advancing climate-smart health care through mitigation, resilience, and leadership. She speaks internationally about the intersection between climate change, health and health care and the role of the health care sector in advancing climate solutions.

Shanda Demorest, DNP, RN, PHN is the Senior Director for Network Experience & Solutions at Health Care Without Harm and Practice Greenhealth. Dr. Demorest earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice in Health Innovation and Leadership from the University of Minnesota, and she holds the LEED Green Associate credential through the U.S. Green Building Council. Dr. Demorest serves as an Affiliate Faculty member at the University of Minnesota School of Nursing and has published works on environmental sustainability in health care and the health impacts of climate change.

Together, Amy and Shanda share how the health care sector can be a powerful force for climate action, and highlight the growing career opportunities at the intersection of health care and sustainability.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about aligning care for people with care for the planet — and how you can be part of the solution!

For more information:

• Amy Collins | LinkedIn
• Shanda Demorest | LinkedIn
• Health Care Without Harm 
• Climate-smart health care
• Climate-Smart Collective
• Unwavering commitment: Accelerating a sustainable, climate-resilient, and equitable health sector
• Our enduring promise amid federal funding cuts & public health threats
• Practice Greenhealth
• Medical and clinical directors of sustainability
• CleanMed

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