Emerging Decarbonization Technology Consultant

Company: CF Industries
Location: Northbrook
Posted on: February 3, 2025

Job Description:

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you'll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You'll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world's transition to clean energy.



Function: Job Summary: We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Emerging Decarbonization Technology Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess an understanding of clean energy and decarbonization related technologies and experience evaluating technologies at various stages of commercialization. You will play a critical role in researching technologies and engaging with industry developers to evaluate their technologies and potentials for growth. Your analyses will help shape our organizational strategies by informing senior management about potential opportunities and challenges in the decarbonization and clean energy landscape. Job Description: We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Emerging Decarbonization Technology Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess an understanding of clean energy and decarbonization related technologies and experience evaluating technologies at various stages of commercialization. You will play a critical role in researching technologies and engaging with industry developers to evaluate their technologies and potentials for growth. Your analyses will help shape our organizational strategies by informing senior management about potential opportunities and challenges in the decarbonization and clean energy landscape. Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive research on emerging decarbonization technologies and clean energy solutions to evaluate their viability and potential to contribute to global decarbonization and assess their impact to CF's clean energy and decarbonization strategy
• Analyze the technical readiness, scalability, and cost effectiveness of various decarbonization technologies. Technologies of interest include flue gas carbon capture and storage, water electrolysis, hydrogen transport and storage, SAF, renewable energy, nuclear, and power storage technologies.
• Coordinate with internal manufacturing, engineering, EHS, finance, and other stakeholders to expand understanding and analytical support.
• Identify and establish relationships with clean energy and decarbonization project developers, technology and equipment suppliers, industry experts and other stakeholders to report on ongoing developments
• Meet with technology providers to understand their business models and growth plans, market positioning and competitive advantages / disadvantages.
• Evaluate the broader environmental, economic, and social impacts of emerging technologies as the world advances to zero carbon emissions.
• Collect and analyze data on decarbonization pathways, emerging technologies and market trends
• Summarize and present findings in clear, concise presentations to inform internal stakeholders about developing technologies, potential investments, partnerships, and developing projects.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the effectiveness and progress of identified technologies. Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, economics, or a related field; a master's degree is an asset.
  • 5+ years of experience in clean energy, sustainability consulting, or related fields.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data and present actionable insights.
  • Enthusiasm for learning about new clean energy technologies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to independently identify and engage with diverse external stakeholders.
  • Basic knowledge of emerging technologies in the decarbonization space, including but not limited to renewable energy, energy storage, carbon capture, and sustainable transportation solutions.
  • Ability to excel in a highly collaborative environment
  • Willingness to travel as needed to meet with technology companies and developers to assess their capabilities.
    • CF Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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