Renewable Energy Circular Economy Specialist
Worldwide
We're looking for a specialist in the end-of-life management of renewable-energy assets for a short, desk-based consulting input (approximately 4–6 weeks, remote). The work involves: (1) a stocktake of installed renewable-energy assets — solar PV, batteries, and mini-grids — and assessment of their expected end-of-life timelines; (2) identifying the institutional, regulatory, and logistical barriers to safe disposal and recycling of these assets; and (3) helping draft guiding principles for lifecycle and end-of-life renewable-energy asset management, drawing on circular-economy approaches. This is a specialized role. We are specifically seeking end-of-life / waste / circular-economy expertise, not general solar or wind project development, feasibility, or installation experience. Ideal background: -10+ years in renewable-energy asset management, decommissioning planning, or e-waste / circular-economy work -Demonstrated experience drafting technical or policy guidelines (e.g. waste-management or circular-economy frameworks, standards, or guiding principles) -Advanced degree in energy engineering, environmental management, or sustainability science preferred -Experience in Pacific Island or small-island developing state contexts is a strong plus Remote, English-language. Available to start soon.
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- 1-3 monthsDuration
- IntermediateExperience Level
$20.00
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$70.00
Hourly- Remote Job
- Ongoing projectProject Type
Skills and Expertise
Activity on this job
- Proposals:5 to 10
- Last viewed by client:2 weeks ago
- Interviewing:1
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About the client
- United StatesNorthampton2:34 PM
- $122K total spent17 hires, 1 active
- 2,652 hours
- Energy & UtilitiesMid-sized company (10-99 people)
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