Climate Change Policy Analysts

Research and analyze policy developments related to climate change. Make climate-related recommendations for actions such as legislation, awareness campaigns, or fundraising approaches.

$80,060
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+4% projected 2024โ€“2034
Bachelor's degree
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Climate change analysts study environmental data, policy documents, and scientific research to understand how climate change affects communities, ecosystems, and economies. They spend their days analyzing temperature trends, carbon emissions data, and climate models, then translating complex scientific information into reports and recommendations that policymakers and organizations can use. Much of their work happens in office settings, where they create policy briefs, design awareness campaigns, and develop strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions or adapting to environmental changes.

Programs That Prepare You

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