Climate Risk Horizons is Seeking a Research Consultant – Tech & IT Decarbonisation (Remote, India): Application deadline is 8 May 2026
Climate Risk Horizons is inviting applications for a Research Consultant role within its Tech & IT Decarbonisation team. The position focuses on supporting research into the environmental impacts of technology sectors, including electronics manufacturing, IT services, and data infrastructure.
This is a 6-month remote position based in India, with an immediate start date and application deadline of 8 May 2026.
About the Role and Research Focus
The Tech & IT Decarbonisation team at Climate Risk Horizons works on advancing understanding of how digital and technology industries can transition toward lower carbon and resource-efficient operations.
The team’s recent work includes:
- Analysis of decarbonisation pathways for global technology companies and supply chains
- Research on energy consumption and water impacts of data centre expansion
- Evaluation of sustainability disclosures and regulatory frameworks
The Research Consultant will contribute to ongoing projects focused on secondary data analysis, policy review, and sustainability research in the technology sector.
Key Responsibilities
The role involves a combination of qualitative and quantitative research tasks, with a strong emphasis on structured analysis and documentation.
Core responsibilities include:
- Compiling and analysing diverse research materials such as:
- Regulatory frameworks and policy documents
- Industry sustainability disclosures
- Technical standards and ratings systems
- Conducting secondary research using publicly available datasets
- Reviewing national and international energy and water regulations
- Maintaining organised and rigorous research documentation
- Tracking developments in energy and water policy relevant to IT and technology sectors
- Supporting the preparation of reports, blogs, and analytical publications
- Communicating research findings clearly and concisely
The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex technical documents.
Required Qualifications and Skills
Applicants are expected to have a strong academic and analytical background suited to policy and sustainability research.
Minimum requirements include:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in one of the following or related fields:
- Economics
- Statistics
- Public Policy
- Environmental Studies or related disciplines
- Experience working with large volumes of qualitative data
- Ability to conduct structured secondary research
- Foundational quantitative analysis skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ethical and rigorous research practices
Preferred Experience
While not mandatory, the following experience is considered an advantage:
- Familiarity with energy policy or sustainability transitions
- Understanding of India’s energy or environmental policy landscape
- Experience analysing technical or regulatory documentation
- Interest in IT sector sustainability and decarbonisation challenges
Work Environment and Expectations
This is a fully remote role based in India, offering flexibility while requiring strong self-management and discipline. The role is suited for candidates who are comfortable working independently and handling multiple research tasks simultaneously.
Key expectations include:
- High-quality analytical output under defined timelines
- Structured and well-documented research workflows
- Ability to synthesise complex information into accessible insights
- Proactive engagement with emerging policy developments
Application Process
Interested candidates are required to submit:
- Updated CV
- A one-page cover letter
The cover letter should highlight relevant experience, research projects, or academic work aligned with the job description.
Applications must be sent to:
Deadline and Timeline
- Application deadline: 8 May 2026
- Start date: Immediate
- Duration: 6 months
- Location: Remote (India)
Organisational Context
Climate Risk Horizons focuses on producing evidence-based research to support energy transition and sustainability strategies across industries. The organisation’s work spans climate risk analysis, policy research, and sector-specific decarbonisation studies, particularly in high-impact industries such as technology and manufacturing.
Conclusion
The Research Consultant role in Tech & IT Decarbonisation offers an opportunity to contribute to high-impact sustainability research at the intersection of technology, policy, and environmental analysis. The position is well-suited for early-career researchers or graduates with strong analytical skills and an interest in energy transition and digital sector sustainability.
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