Location Denver
Job-type Permanent
Salary $120,000 per annum
Reference 22216

Acre has been retained by a leading carbon nature-based solutions project developer that are driven by a shared vision of a net-zero future by committing to accelerating ecosystem restoration through sustainable practices.

Collaborating closely with land stewards, frontline communities, governments, and investors across a diverse range of projects to optimize environmental, social, and financial outcomes. Their efforts empower corporations and financial institutions to effectively mitigate their environmental impact and contribute to a sustainable future.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Carbon Analyst to join their growing team. As a Senior Carbon Analyst, you will play a critical role in the development and execution of our carbon projects.

You will work closely with a team of experts to develop and review technical aspects of carbon projects, provide guidance on project typology, eligible methodologies, and design and implementation of carbon monitoring. You will also develop models for baseline, ex-ante carbon calculations, and ex-post emission reductions/removals of NBS carbon projects.

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Responsibilities

  • Develop and review technical aspects of NBS carbon projects and provide guidance regarding project typology, eligible methodologies and design and implementation of carbon monitoring

  • Develop models for baseline, ex-ante carbon calculations, and ex-post emission reductions/removals of NBS carbon projects

  • Compile data from literature and field data, including forest inventory and harvest data for GHG accounting procedures for NBS projects

  • Contribute to developing biomass calculations associated with land-use change and forest management, including modeling timber management plans

  • Support the technical team to ensure projects comply with different GHG program certification schemes

  • Support projects at all stages, including feasibility, listing, registration and issuance process

  • Support technical writing of documents such as feasibility reports, project design and monitoring reports

  • Interact with researchers and scientists to obtain information

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Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Forestry, Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related field

  • 5+ years of experience in carbon project development, GHG accounting, or a related field

  • Proven experience in developing and implementing carbon monitoring plans

  • Experience with satellite/remote sensing data and bioinformatics

  • Experience working with >= 1 GHG programs (Verra, Climate Action Reserve, Gold Standard, ISO, etc.) (Nature Based Preferred)

  • Strong understanding of carbon markets and regulations

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Fluency in English is essential.

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Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge carbon projects

  • Make a real impact on the fight against climate change

  • Work with a team of passionate and dedicated professionals​

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If you're interested in learning more, please apply directly or reach out to Lewis Murray in our NYC office for more details.​