Summarized by: Vedant Ravindra Kalkotwar

Sustainability is a concept that aims to modify and maintain human

influence on the environment. Its relevance is rising even as we speak
and may soon be an indispensable necessity; thus, it's an absolute
necessity to find solutions for preserving the environment.

A sustainability team is the most common way firms, and companies

make a sustainable environment. The team is to help suggest
and inculcate eco-friendly ways wherever possible in the company's
workings. Their work may involve educating employees about
Sustainability, devising relevant measures, and implementing them.
Members of such a team are usually employees who voluntarily apply
for such positions. Besides the apparent moral gratification, companies
build their reputation and attract customer appreciation and talented
employees. Furthermore, the "sustainability manager" comes into the
picture to manage such a team.
Sustainability managers are skilled individuals specifically towards
sustainable sciences and are experts in these fields and handle the
science behind the efforts towards Sustainability. Their work involves
keeping the environmental legislation, stakeholders, and the public in
mind during decision-making. They can create and enforce specific
policies for the company by supervising the ecological impact of the
institute they are working for; and at the same time, consider the
institute's needs and sustainably ensure profit. Such people generally
have excellent public speaking and leadership skills. Companies, large
firms and government organisations often create dedicated departments
focused on Sustainability.

A more specific version of the job includes a Chief Sustainability

Officer. They are more industry-specific and work on a ground scale.
They focus on resource conservation, tallying energy consumption,
handling recycling, sustainable architecture and address the stakeholders
and their concerns.

A sustainability manager at least requires a bachelor's degree in

environmental sciences or a similar degree. You may also consider
getting an MBA in environmental policy, sustainable energy
management or economics. This career requires a solid knowledge base
in environmental science and engineering and the tools and methods
involved in constructing infrastructure.

Another typical job emerging in the field of Sustainability is an

environmental geologist. They are specialist who helps find alternative
sources of energy and resources. They do that by studying the history
and nature of the planet and helping build maps aided by high-end
technology. Environmental geologists help protect the environment by

finding and establishing a geologically safe location for new landfills,

disposal sites, and nuclear power plants. They are responsible for
preventing soil and groundwater contamination and helping clean up
contamination from leaking gas tanks or spills.

Besides the oil and gas industry, they are in high demand by
engineering firms, companies and government agencies. A bachelor's
degree in environmental science or geology is necessary for entry-level
jobs as an environmental geologist. An internship in a related field will
also help boost your resume.

There are numerous opportunities in India for a person to make a career

in this field. CSIR-NEERI is a research institute created and funded by
the Government of India. Their major field of study includes
Sustainability analysis related to industrial activity/process and
environmental sustainability assessment. Currently, CSIR-NEERI is
working on many projects headed by masters and PhD students.

Sustainability is a crucial topic these days; people and corporations are

building Numerous jobs and workspaces around this noble concept of
Sustainability. A person enthusiastic enough can easily make a career in
preserving environment.
Sustainability is a very crucial topic these days. Examining the current
situation of pollution, rising industrial waste and depleting human
resources is essential to provide awareness about career opportunities in
sustainable development to make our youth reliable for their future. The
article broadly explains two major jobs arising in the sustainable sector,
but I think it should also explore many other kinds of jobs that rising in
this sector, like environmental engineer, ecologist, environmental
consultant, etc. This ensures that every type of enthusiasm about the
environment can be utilized for a better future. I also suggest adding
more about the knowledge of educational degrees and skills required for
a successful future in the sustainable sector.