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Sustainability has become a common topic in politics, work, and life. The rapidly growing awareness of environmental preservation, ethical consumption, and the consequences of past and current political and economic practices are all reflected in the job market, where the demand for sustainability professionals is booming.

Multiple factors are contributing to this change, including the incorporation of sustainability practices into business strategy. Companies have shifted their models for success to account for the long-term environmental effects, ethics, labor, and logistical implications of their business practices.

Because sustainability involves taking a long-term view of these issues, forward-thinking companies are adapting to recent trends by building sustainability capacity into their planning and execution. There has also been an increase in the frequency and size of government grants and funding awarded to organizations based on sustainability practices.

Sustainability as a profession is a relatively recent occurrence. Job titles and responsibilities may vary greatly depending on specific industries or employers, but here’s a breakdown of some of the more common jobs in sustainability.

Read more about careers in sustainability on the website of Columbia Southern University.

Disclaimer: Multiple factors, including prior experience, geography and degree field, affect career outcomes. CSU does not guarantee a job, promotion, salary increase, eligibility for a position, or other career growth.