🌎 CAT Newsletter #109 2022-01-25
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Hey CATs,
Wow, bumper job-splosion this week.
ð± New here? Here’s a recorded intro video outlining what we’re about and how you can get involved (https://youtu.be/NJg2KZLiQXM) (15mins)
ð Weâre looking for a new organizer to join our CAT team. If you’re outside North America or Western Europe, we’re especially interested in hearing you, as we have those regions pretty well covered. Find the volunteer job description on Outline (https://climate-tech.getoutline.com/doc/cat-organizer-job-description-RE83VhLVqh) . ð We published our updated CAT community beliefs & values on Outline. Please have a read (https://climate-tech.getoutline.com/doc/what-is-cat-l57UdOGf3G) and let us know what you think!
ð Help make CAT better by filling out the CAT member survey. It should take 5-7 mins, and helps inform what activities are run next year. (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXMofci7UMth88rdXHTwsGQw8MiefNU1VEDXADy8tgT_1tVg/viewform)
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** ð¬ CAT Events
:doughnut: CAT Roulette - 30mins - whenever you find a time
We’re continuing our programme of letting members connect to 1 other CAT member every second week for a nice beverage and chat about climate and tech. It’s a nice way to get to know other CATs, and you can start and stop at any time. Joining the #cat-roulette (https://climate-tech.slack.com/archives/C0202J3UYG7) channel to learn more.
ð¬ CAT Submitted Events Zero Waste Web Design - Feb 22nd (https://www.meetup.com/GreenTech-South-West/events/283259271/) Vineeta Greenwood, co-founder of Wholegrain Digital will share how we can use zero waste principles in web design. Why is zero waste a way to go and what makes zero waste possible? Check #events in the CAT slack (https://climate-tech.slack.com/archives/CDH9TKPMM) for more. And if you’re up for helping make manage this to add a listing each week, we’d love to hear from you, doubly so if you know your way around Google Appscript. Reply to this email if you can help.
ð¤ Podcasts The latest climate-related podcast episodes. Don’t forget, if you’re looking around, there’s a list of podcasts maintained by CATs (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1dCxRnSdgJYehTkPlMA9lNVfw7C9m-mTb2FtIxnbH6AI/edit#gid=0) .
236: DONâT LOOK UP (http://www.sustainababble.fish/?p=1442)
SPOILER ALERT! This week we natter about the Netflix film âDonât Look Upâ, so EFFINâ WELL WATCH IT it before listening.
Adam McKay on how to make a movie about climate change (https://player.fm/series/the-carbon-copy/adam-mckay-on-how-to-make-a-movie-about-climate-change) This week on The Carbon Copy: a conversation between David Roberts and Adam McKay (the director) about the inspiration, themes and impact of the ‘Don’t Look Up’.
CORPORATE NET ZERO PLEDGES: AMBITIOUS OR EMPTY PROMISES? (https://www.climateone.org/audio/corporate-net-zero-pledges-ambitious-or-empty-promises) One-fifth of the world’s 2000 largest publicly traded firms have committed to net zero targets. Critics argue that such pledges are mere greenwashing, and even if pledges are fulfilled, the balance sheets usually utilize carbon offsets, which can be of questionable quality and accountability. Proponents of corporate net zero pledges say weâll never get to net zero emissions without corporate action, and pledges represent legitimate ramping up of ambition and commitment. How can consumers, investors and policy leaders determine if these pledges are genuine attempts at hitting net zero goals? And is it possible for third party auditors to hold companies accountable?
ð° News Highlights
Chile now has an IPCC author as its environment minister (https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/something-has-changed-young-female-led-cabinet-reflects-chiles-modern-twist-2022-01-21/https://twitter.com/IPCC_CH/status/1484561242073276421) And you can follow them on twitter (https://twitter.com/Maisa_Rojas) . 14 out of 24 ministers for the new government are women - with seven of the Cabinet under the age of 40 and the youngest 32. More from Reuters (https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/something-has-changed-young-female-led-cabinet-reflects-chiles-modern-twist-2022-01-21/) , and particular interesting given the next piece.
Minerals and the clean-energy transition: the basics (https://www.volts.wtf/p/minerals-and-the-clean-energy-transition) Dave Roberts (Dr Vox) provides an accessible, fact filled, and fascinating read about the numbers and geopolitics behind the energy transition. Read for nuance and the ability to sound instantly knowledgable.
Chemicals company Eastman to invest 1bn in advanced chemical recycling in France (https://us9.campaign-archive.com/?u=a336c39e55a6260d59adbffb0&id=6c84470e79) Chemical recycling is not mechanical recycling - it’s breaking down plastic polymers back into the original monomers so that the chemicals can be reused for remaking virgin plastics. This would be the largest plant ever built, and represents a new pathway for plastic waste.
How bad are gas stoves? I ran some experiments to find out. (https://carbonswitch.co/how-bad-is-my-gas-stove-part-two) “Over the last two months I’ve read all the research on gas stoves and run my own experiments. Here’s what I learned.”
The Intersection of Disability and Climate Change (https://www.gse.harvard.edu/news/21/03/intersection-disability-and-climate-change) Masterâs student David Liebmann works to build awareness of the elevated threat level of climate change for people with disabilities.
Shellâs Massive Carbon Capture Plant Is Emitting More Than Itâs Capturing (https://www.vice.com/en/article/7kb43x/shell-quest-carbon-capture-plant-alberta) A new Global Witness report found that it has the same carbon footprint per year as 1.2 million gas-powered cars.
Musicians Turning Trash into Musical Treasure (https://daily.bandcamp.com/lists/upcycling-musicians-list) A new generation of âupcyclingâ artists are building instruments from garbage.
ð± A cutting from Branch ð± Branch is our own publication, about climate and tech, by CATs and for CATs. Join us in Branch issue 3 as we dive deep into solarpunk, a vision for a fossil-free internet, decolonizing the Green New Deal, tech workers unionizing and saying no to fossil fuels, green software practices, and combating climate disinformation and adtech.
Open Letter: Tackling the Threat of Climate Misinformation and Disinformation (https://branch.climateaction.tech/issues/issue-3/open-letter-tackling-the-threat-of-climate-misinformation-and-disinformation/) The Climate Disinformation Coalition, along with fourteen other climate organizations, penned this open letter sent on October 15th to demand concrete policy shifts from Big Tech leadership. Worth a read.
ð¬ CAT videos ð¬ CAT videos, geddit? 10-15 minute videos providing accessible explainers to topics related to climate.
Why carbon offsets are worse than you think (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61SWIYwCaSE) Ignore the link baity headline, nice, easy to follow backgrounder for understanding the offset industry, how they’re used, and how to tell ‘good’ from ‘bad’ ones.
ð¼ Jobs & Opportunities
Also! Don’t forget the super handy “climate careers page” on outline (https://climate-tech.getoutline.com/doc/climate-careers-O56ZGk7fKt) listing a bunch of useful resources and sites to check.
Remember only jobs listing salary ranges are listed here - to get your job listed, you need to list a salary range. Folks can still look in the #jobs channel.
IT Senior Business Analyst (Senior Sustainability Data Analyst) - (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofboulder/jobs/3378990/it-senior-business-analyst-senior-sustainability-data-analyst) $84k â $99k (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofboulder/jobs/3378990/it-senior-business-analyst-senior-sustainability-data-analyst) This position is responsible for scoping, developing, recommending, implementing, and tracking progress towards the communityâs climate-related goals, targets and key performance indicators. This position manages projects and processes related to climate data science and analysis independently, with limited supervision.
Climate Subak - Head of Operations & Finance - 85-95k GBP (https://apply.workable.com/subak/j/D734783083/) You will report into our CEO, Amali de Alwis, to deliver the following key priorities, to enable the growth of Subak: 1). operational foundations to support growth 2). implement a financial framework 3). support our International expansion & fundraising 4). people manage our Business & Community Manager. Climate Subak Business & Community Manager -30 - 35k GBP (https://apply.workable.com/subak/j/8E3A91419E/)
The Business & Community Manager will be known by everyone; from our Subak team, to the cohort members to our Board - because this role is the heartbeat of our people -communications and interactions - both professionally and socially!
Intel - Senior Director, Software and Ecosystem Sustainability (https://intel.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/US-Oregon-Hillsboro/Sr-Director-of-Software-and-Ecosystem-Sustainability_JR0203766-1) - 300k - 500k (!) This is a rare opportunity to work in an externally-focused role to set standards and scale green software engineering in the tech industry. It’s especially suited to a leader in open source. (Salary is based on levels.fyi grading (https://www.levels.fyi/company/Intel/salaries/Software-Engineer/Grade-11/) - could be off)
Indeed - Sustainability Data and Analytics Lead - 85-118k (https://search.indeed.jobs/main/jobs/35815?lang=en-us) In this role, you will work with Facilities, IT, Real Estate, Finance and Procurement to collect and act on data to assist in the development of goals and strategies to reduce & eliminate our environmental sustainability impact. You will be an important thought partner and subject matter expert on topics including greenhouse gas emissions, waste reduction (recyclability / reusability / compostability) and energy consumption
Economist / Research Coordinator - $70k/yr (https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=c0b4ac03-cfbd-4ae3-9fc2-1b91856f438e&ccId=19000101_000001â©=en_US) As Research Coordinator, you will support Citizensâ Climate in our strategic goal of building support for climate action. Work will include researching available resources to find studies, reports, and tools that enhance the ability of grassroots Citizensâ Climate volunteers to build political will for climate solutions among lawmakers, the public, and other stakeholders.
Open Food Network 78k USD (https://jobs.gorails.com/jobs/senior-full-stack-developer-6c75b43fe8) We believe a sustainable and resilient food system needs to reconnect producers and consumers. We aim to empower people and communities and give them the tools and knowledge to develop the food systems they need for their community. You made it to the end! ðPlease share & forward this newsletter to a friend Feedback (https://app.slack.com/client/T4HLEQA3F/CLRPE39NX/thread/C4J8RQ2J3-1568299902.131900) ⢠Subscribe (https://tech.us19.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=08b8a799dd414ce9163cf3474&id=97c1d5f785) ⢠Join CAT (https://climateaction.tech/#join)
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