As we move toward net zero, jobs focused on climate resilience, sustainability, and energy are growing exponentially. Growth in green jobs range from sustainability managers to environmental engineers to environmental science and conservation to the energy sector to climate adaptation and resilience. There are directors of sustainability in government, non-profits, and in the corporate world. For more, see Sustainability at WPI, 2024 Fact Sheet on Climate Jobs, MIT Climate, and Green Biz.
Careers in Sustainability at WPI aims to support students to pursue their passions and careers in green jobs through connecting them with various resources.
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