Business Energy Services Fellow

Salary Range $20-$25 per hour, commensurate with experience.

C3 is seeking an individual with a strong interest in the areas of commercial greenhouse gas emissions reduction, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and building electrification, with a passion for helping implement solutions within local communities. This position will focus on service of and collaboration with locally-headquartered businesses and non-profits, and supporting C3’s programs that enable their direct action and participation in climate solutions.

The ideal candidate should be data-driven, solutions-oriented, and understand the value of a concise, actionable, well-designed deliverable. This person should also be comfortable thinking creatively and collaboratively, and helping to develop new solutions and programs. The Commercial Energy Services Fellow will assist in: processing, analyzing, and maintaining commercial greenhouse gas emissions data; providing and developing direct emissions reduction services to commercial organizations, with a focus on building energy assessments;

and direct coaching and consultation for businesses and non-profits to enable follow-through of recommended actions.

About the Community Climate Collaborative (C3)
The Community Climate Collaborative (C3) is a nonprofit organization serving Albemarle County, Charlottesville, and Richmond, VA. Our mission is to make carbon-neutral communities a reality. We work hand-in-hand with local governments, businesses, and residents to mitigate climate change in ways that improve daily life. Through technical expertise, policy leadership, and strategic communications, we help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, transform local systems, and grow a strong, inclusive climate movement.

Learn more at theclimatecollaborative.org.

Inclusivity Statement
At C3, we are committed to fairness, equity, and eliminating systemic barriers in our hiring process. We value skills gained through professional experience as much as formal education. If your experience aligns with the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply—even if you do not meet every listed qualification.

C3 is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. We strive to provide accommodations to ensure all individuals can perform essential job functions.

• Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data processing and delivery:
  • Process energy and fuel data and translate into greenhouse gas emissions inventories.
  • Maintain C3’s database of commercial greenhouse gas emissions, and perform internal audits and assessments to ensure data integrity and quality.
• Deliver and develop direct commercial services:
  • Commercial building energy audits, ASHRAE Level 1 (e.g., “walkthrough” audits).
  • Consultation on building project execution, including energy efficiency and solar energy.
  • Services may often occur in collaboration with other service providers, with C3 in support.
  • Deliver polished, high-quality reports which summarize emissions and energy performance, and recommend specific actions with easy-to-follow guidance.
  • Develop, refine, and advance internal technical processes for these services. This includes evaluating and implementing automated tool(s) for:
    • Capturing energy data from utility bills and translating into a GHG inventory.
    • Translating building survey observations automatically into audit reports.
    • Reducing the time to complete audit reports.
• Assist in executing C3’s Energy Efficiency Grants program, which provides direct financial support to small businesses and non-profits for energy saving upgrades. This will include:
  • Conduct energy walkthroughs of small businesses to identify opportunities.
  • Collaborate with service providers to ensure quality and cost-effective services.
  • Calculate and tabulate energy and emissions reductions resulting from these upgrades.
• Contribute to communications for corporate sustainability, particularly social media stories.
• Assist with other miscellaneous program tasks.

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