Cluster Guide

10 Organisations Hiring Remote Climate Professionals in 2026

The climate and environment sector is booming, and an increasing number of organisations are embracing remote work. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting your climate career, these ten employers are worth watching this year.

Established NGOs & research bodies

1. WWF (World Wildlife Fund)

WWF works across more than 100 countries on conservation, biodiversity, and climate adaptation. Their remote-friendly roles span policy, communications, fundraising, and programme management. WWF is particularly strong in hiring for advocacy and stakeholder engagement positions that can be performed from anywhere.

2. The Nature Conservancy (TNC)

TNC is one of the world's largest environmental non-profits, protecting lands and waters on every continent. They regularly list remote roles in data science, GIS analysis, donor relations, and conservation finance. Their global reach means they value professionals who can work across time zones.

3. World Resources Institute (WRI)

WRI is a global research organisation focused on food, forests, water, energy, and cities. They hire remote researchers, data analysts, policy advisors, and communications staff. If you enjoy translating data into policy recommendations, WRI is an excellent fit.

4. UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme)

UNEP sets the global environmental agenda and promotes sustainable development within the UN system. They offer remote consultancies and fixed-term contracts in areas like climate law, environmental governance, and science communication. Roles are competitive but offer unmatched global influence.

Climate-tech startups

5. Watershed

Watershed is an enterprise climate platform that helps companies measure, report, and reduce their carbon emissions. As a fast-growing startup, they hire remote software engineers, product managers, climate data scientists, and customer success managers. Strong engineering culture with a mission-driven team.

6. Pachama

Pachama uses satellite imagery and machine learning to verify and monitor forest carbon projects. They hire remotely for roles in machine learning engineering, remote sensing, carbon credit analysis, and business development. Ideal for those at the intersection of tech and nature-based solutions.

7. Climeworks

Climeworks builds direct air capture plants that remove CO2 from the atmosphere. While their engineering roles tend to be on-site in Switzerland and Iceland, they hire remotely for business development, marketing, policy, and corporate partnerships. A pioneer in carbon removal technology.

8. Stripe Climate

Stripe Climate channels a fraction of Stripe's revenue into permanent carbon removal purchases. Their team evaluates emerging removal technologies, manages supplier relationships, and publishes open research. Remote roles typically focus on climate science, procurement analysis, and programme operations.

Think tanks & advocacy organisations

9. RMI (Rocky Mountain Institute)

RMI works to transform global energy systems through market-driven solutions. They hire remote professionals in energy policy, building decarbonisation, industrial strategy, and clean transportation. Their approach is pragmatic and business-oriented, making them a strong fit for candidates with private-sector experience.

10. Carbon180

Carbon180 is a Washington, D.C.-based NGO focused on carbon removal policy. They advocate for federal and state policies that accelerate carbon removal innovation. Remote roles include policy analysts, communications managers, and research associates. A smaller team, but with outsized influence on U.S. climate legislation.

How to stand out when applying

  • Tailor every application. Reference the specific programme or technology the organisation works on. Generic cover letters get filtered out quickly.
  • Show climate literacy. Even if the role is non-technical, demonstrate that you understand the organisation's theory of change and where your function fits within it.
  • Highlight remote competence. Mention tools you use (Notion, Slack, Asana), your experience with asynchronous communication, and any cross-timezone collaboration you have managed.

For a broader overview of skills, salaries, and how to get started, read our complete guide to remote climate and environment careers.

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