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How much do climate change mitigation jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for climate change mitigation in the United States is $61,914.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $67,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is climate change mitigation?

Climate change mitigation refers to efforts aimed at reducing or preventing the emission of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These actions can include using renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency, changing land use practices, and developing new technologies to capture or store carbon. The goal of mitigation is to slow down or halt the pace of global warming and limit its long-term impacts on the planet. Mitigation strategies can be implemented by governments, businesses, and individuals across a wide range of sectors.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in climate change mitigation roles?

Professionals in climate change mitigation often encounter challenges such as balancing immediate economic considerations with long-term sustainability goals, staying current with evolving regulations and technologies, and coordinating efforts across multiple stakeholders including government agencies, private sector partners, and local communities. Successfully navigating these complexities requires strong communication, project management, and adaptability skills. Additionally, the fast-paced nature of climate science and policy means that professionals must continually update their knowledge to implement effective and innovative solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in climate change mitigation, and why are they important?

To thrive in climate change mitigation, you need a strong background in environmental science, sustainability, or related fields, often supported by relevant degrees and experience in policy or project management. Familiarity with greenhouse gas accounting tools, climate modeling software, and certifications like LEED or ISO 14001 is highly beneficial. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills help professionals influence policy and drive systemic change. These competencies are crucial for designing effective strategies, securing buy-in, and implementing solutions that reduce environmental impact.

What is the difference between Climate Change Mitigation vs Environmental Scientist?

AspectClimate Change MitigationEnvironmental Scientist
Required CredentialsEnvironmental science, climate policy, sustainability certificationsEnvironmental science, biology, chemistry degrees
Work EnvironmentResearch institutions, government agencies, NGOsFieldwork, laboratories, research facilities
Employer & IndustryClimate-focused organizations, government departmentsEnvironmental consulting, research institutions

Climate Change Mitigation focuses on developing strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit global warming. Environmental Scientists conduct research to understand environmental issues, including climate change, and provide data to inform policies. While both roles aim to protect the environment, mitigation is proactive in reducing causes, whereas environmental scientists analyze impacts and solutions.

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Infographic showing various Climate Change Mitigation job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,914 per year, or $29.8 per hour.

Managing Consultant, Climate Change and Sustainability

Reston, VA • On-site

ICF International, Inc.
Business Management Consulting • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop emissions inventories and carbon footprints, including building client-facing tools and leading lifecycle analyses.

  • Conduct greenhouse gas mitigation policy analyses, including assessing regulations, developing technical analyses, and supporting climate action planning.

  • Support organizational sustainability efforts by assessing market options for carbon credits, setting sustainability strategies, and conducting materiality assessments.

Job description

ICF Incorporated, LLC: Managing Consultant, Climate Change and Sustainability -Arlington, VA
DUTIES:
  • Develop emissions inventories & carbon footprints: develop or improve client current GHG emissions inventory or related quantification efforts; build Client facing & user-friendly tools that integrate activity data & quantification process to generate emissions results; & lead multiple lifecycle analyses consisting in quantifying GHG emissions tied to a facility, a product or a project, & broken down by life cycle stage, from material extraction to end-of-life.
  • Conduct greenhouse gas mitigation policy analyses: assess/review current/proposed federal or state regulations or policies related to greenhouse gas emissions mitigation; provide comments & recommendations based on literature review or analyses of data, on proposed rulemaking; develop technical analyses to support or document impact on GHG emissions for State-level policies & develop related-GHG emissions projections over time; assess & document additional costs or benefits of adopting GHG mitigation policies; provide recommendations on medium & long-term planning of GHG mitigation strategies based on insights from developed analyses; & plan, manage, & conduct technical studies related to air quality impact & mitigation assessment, GHG emissions inventory & mitigation development, climate action planning, health risk assessments, & noise impact & mitigation assessments for public agencies, private development projects, & public works projects; & assist clients with offset & carbon credit projects.
  • Support organizational sustainability: help Client assess their market options for carbon credits & offsets, based on their location, industry or field, & operations, & make recommendations on pathways forward to generate credits; help Clients gain comprehensive understanding of their Sustainability metrics, & set up their medium to long-term sustainability planning strategy, based on actionable & measurable steps; help client conduct their Materiality Assessment process, by identifying most applicable framework for their needs, develop their survey tool(s), conduct stakeholder engagement, compile results & build their Materiality matrix & other visuals/outputs illustrating insights for their Environmental, Social, & Governance planning; prepare for & have meetings with clients, stakeholders, & others; support clients in meetings & provide technical expertise; develop trainings for clients; & engage in communications with clients regarding deliverables.
  • Support federal, state, local, international, & private sector clients on analyses related to climate change impacts & vulnerabilities: prepare quantitative & qualitative analyses of policy proposals to support government rulemaking; provide technical input related to implementation of major policies, including Clean Air Act, Montreal Protocol, & Paris Agreement; engage with experts, stakeholders, & private industry members to support research & analytical tasks, & thoroughly document takeaways & insights from this engagement, & how it was used to influence outputs or analysis; & prepare technical reports based on literature search, technical analysis, & complementary stakeholder engagement.
  • Manage & analyze environmental performance data including GHGs, energy, water, & waste utility consumption & costs; benchmark performance; & monitor & interpret performance trends: develop dashboards, visuals or creative outputs for organizations to compile & track their data; evaluate impacts of GHG emissions, & other environmental indicators, over medium-to-long term periods; & assess metrics over which an organization can best track progress, including financial, social & environmental indicators. Act as a project manager for technically complex projects & deliverables & supervise technical support staff's work products.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sustainability or related field followed by 5 years of progressively responsible experience with sustainability management or consulting in public agencies.
Other required experience:
  • 4 years and 6 months of experience building optimized approaches to GHG emissions quantification, based on the Client or Organization's goals, available data, and/or constraints
  • 5 years of experience conducting technical studies related to air quality impact and mitigation assessment, greenhouse gas emissions inventory and mitigation development, climate action planning, health risk assessments, and noise impact and mitigation assessments for public agencies, private development projects, and public works project
  • 5 years of experience developing and presenting technical environmental analysis to technical and non-technical audiences
  • 2 years of experience with survey development
  • 2 years of experience with lifecycle assessments
  • Demonstrated knowledge of how GHG emissions are impacting the environment through their complex chemistry with the direct environment, and the importance of quantifying GHG emissions in an effort to mitigate them over time. Knowledge may be demonstrated through education, training and/or experience.

Any suitable combination of education, training and/or experience will be considered.
TELEWORK: Hybrid position; part time telecommuting.
TRAVEL: Up to 5% domestic travel
There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this $126,628.20 to $166,088.00/year
LOCATION: 2550 S. Clark St., 12th Floor, Arlington, VA 22202
ICF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. (EEO/AA - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities)
Position Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus Program.
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ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.
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