Senior Manager – Scope 2 Standards and Energy Decarbonization

Location: Flexible (UK, Germany, USA, Mexico)
Application contact: kris@climate17.com
About the Role
Climate17 and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) are partnering to recruit a Senior Manager for Scope 2 Standards and Energy Decarbonization.

This pivotal role will sit within SBTi’s Corporate Standards Team and lead the evolution of corporate guidance on Scope 2 emissions and renewable energy sourcing, ensuring alignment with emerging science, market developments, and global climate targets.
You’ll be responsible for shaping what constitutes credible corporate sourcing of zero-carbon energy and embedding this into future iterations of the SBTi Corporate Net-Zero Standard.

This includes evaluating and integrating findings on the effectiveness of energy attribute certificates (EACs), market-based emissions accounting mechanisms, and other tools used in corporate decarbonization.
This role reports to the Value Chains Lead, based in the UK, and will work closely with internal researchers, external technical experts, and a broad multi-stakeholder community.
About the SBTi
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is a global body enabling businesses to set ambitious emissions reduction targets in line with the latest climate science.

It defines and promotes best practices, provides technical guidance, and independently assesses and validates corporate climate targets.
SBTi plays a critical role in shaping the global climate transition by guiding how companies set credible, science-aligned goals — including the definition and recognition of zero-carbon energy sourcing practices.
More information: www.sciencebasedtargets.org
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Scope 2-related standards and guidance, integrating scientific research, policy input, and market data into SBTi’s Corporate Standard.
• Collaborate with SBTi’s Research and Technical teams to assess emerging insights on EACs, PPAs, RE100, 24/7 carbon-free electricity, and market-based emissions accounting.
• Draft, publish, and update technical guidance for companies to credibly decarbonize their energy use.
• Manage global stakeholder consultation processes, including engagement with standard-setters, corporates, NGOs, and technical experts.
• Support the external implementation of new standards through training, webinars, explanatory materials, and technical communications.
• Ensure all deliverables are aligned with ISEAL codes and other best practices for credible standard development.

• Are mission-driven and passionate about systemic climate solutions.
• Have strong expertise in Scope 2 GHG accounting, market-based emissions instruments, and corporate renewable energy sourcing strategies.
• Understand how to navigate multi-stakeholder processes, balance scientific integrity with real-world application, and create consensus.
• Have experience translating technical research into clear, actionable guidance used by corporations or policymakers.
• Thrive in fast-paced, global teams and enjoy driving technical projects that shape markets.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in climate change, corporate sustainability, or energy transition, ideally with a focus on Scope 2 emissions and renewable energy.
• Deep understanding of market-based instruments (e.g.
  
  RECs, GOs, I-RECs, PPAs, vPPAs, 24/7 CFE).
• Familiarity with GHG Protocol Scope 2 Guidance and best practices in science-based target setting.
• Experience in drafting or managing standards, frameworks, or policy guidance.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complexity.
• Proven track record in project management and coordinating diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience working with or alongside standard-setting bodies or following ISEAL Code of Good Practice (preferred but not required).

• A front-row seat in shaping the future of corporate climate action and net-zero standards.
• Dynamic, mission-driven colleagues working at the intersection of science, policy, and business.
• Learning and development opportunities tailored to international climate leadership.
• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment with generous holiday package.
• A collaborative culture that values integrity, transparency, and impact.