GHG Emissions Analyst

GHG Emissions Analyst

Inspiralia is one of the world leaders in securing financing for innovation. Our mission is to support our clients in developing and market innovative products and services. We have a proud 75 year plus history and currently have offices in Madrid, Cambridge (UK), Vienna, Graz, Berlin, Milan, Mexico City and Miami. We draw talent from across the world: our team comprises 15 nationalities, and we speak 22 languages. The cross fertilization of experiences spurs creativity allowing us to offer our clients unique tailored solutions. By joining us, you will form part of an entrepreneurial and multicultural team of technical consultants working across a variety of sectors.

About the Role

Do you want to work with one of the world leaders in grant consultancy? Join is and help us change the world for the better, one grant at a time. You will work at the cutting edge of science and technology, working with pioneering companies, leading research centers and world class universities to push the boundaries of what is possible. You will help to solve the most difficult and pressing problems in the world today, from climate change to an aging population, from sustainable transport to smart cities to name just a few. You will work among a small team of experienced consultants to secure grant funding for medium and large collaborative projects (around 5M€ - 100M€).

Responsibilities:

• Consult with the client regarding the scope of the project.
• Define the reference scenario and project boundaries for GHG emissions avoidance.
• Calculate the GHG emission avoidance potential of a project at the application stage using the Innovation Fund’s tools.
• Write and justify assumptions made considering the evaluation criteria to secure funding.
• Define key ideas, concepts, and provide creative solutions with the client.
• Ensure the proposal aspects covering GHG emission avoidance is completed in time for the application.

Qualifications:

MSc. or PHD in Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics.

• Any of the following are considered desirable:
• GHG Protocol Training (standards for corporate and product GHG reporting)
• ISO 14064 Certification (specific to GHG accounting and verification)
• Certified Carbon Reduction Manager (CRM)
• LEED Accreditation
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Software Training
• Data Analysis and Programming-Skills in Python, R, or Excel for data modeling and emissions calculations.

Required Skills

• Detailed calculations applying Innovation Fund’s GHG emissions avoidance methodology.
• Previous preparation of Innovation Fund applications.
• Knowledge of the EU regulations for emission allowances and EU ETS.
• Development of Life Cycle Assessments (LCA).
• Corporate GHG accounting.
• Work in sustainability departments of Energy Intensive Industries or Renewable Energy markets.

Please be advised this is a freelance fully remote role. Only candidates with experience in the above areas will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us.