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?? The future of green skills is here! Today, we’re excited to launch OnePointFive’s first Playbook, "Forget the Sustainability Unicorn: How to Upskill a Climate Workforce." ?? With green skills demand growing twice as fast as fast as the global workforce, the gap is widening. Our playbook—designed for ambitious business leaders, HR managers, and organizations in sectors like Energy, Finance and Fashion—breaks down how and why businesses need to shift from searching for rare "sustainability unicorns" to embedded sustainability within your existing teams. What’s inside the Playbook? ?? Gain Expert Insights: Benefit from research compiled from over 30 industry expert interviews and feedback from 3,500+ climate professionals. ???? Transform Hiring Practices: Learn how to shift from searching for elusive ‘Sustainability Unicorns’ to embedding sustainable practices within your current teams. ?? Close the Skills Gap: Uncover key insights on the disconnect between desired and actual green skills, and discover how to effectively upskill your workforce to meet Net Zero goals while enhancing profitability. ?? Build a Resilient Workforce: Develop a skilled team capable of tackling climate challenges with practical, hands-on guidance tailored to current industry needs. ?? Ready to take action? Download our Playbook now and unlock insights from industry expert interviews, the latest data in green skills, and feedback from thousands of climate professionals. Download our Playbook ?? https://bit.ly/3XFbTzG Let’s build the climate workforce of tomorrow—starting today.

?? We’re bringing you TWO must-attend sessions on the state of sustainability & climate disclosures in 2025, featuring Neil Yeoh and Julia Akker from OnePointFive, during Terra.do’s Climate Career Week! “Kickoff: Shaping the Future of Climate Careers”: ??? With: Neil Yeoh (CEO & Founder, OnePointFive), Alisyn Malek (CEO & Founder, Middle Third, and Mentor in Residence, University of Michigan), Katie Kross (Co-Founder and Advisor, ClimateCAP, and Managing Director, Center for Energy, Development, and the Global Environment, Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business), and Eugene Kirpichov (Co-Founder and Executive Director, Work on Climate) ?? When: Monday, March 24 at 8am PT/11am ET ?? What you’ll learn: Key trends, essential skills, and emerging opportunities in the climate workforce, and gain valuable insights to navigate and shape your path in the growing climate economy. ?? Register now: https://lu.ma/1lryb8q8 "State of Reporting in 2025: What Every Climate Professional Needs to Know": ??? With: Julia Akker, Associate Director at OnePointFive (opf.degree) ?? When: Tuesday, March 25 at 11am PT/2pm ET ?? What you’ll learn: Key updates on IFRS S1 & S2, CSRD, U.S. regulations, CBAM, and more. How companies can navigate new sustainability reporting requirements, and the latest on California’s SB 253 & SB 261 and their impact on corporate climate accountability ?? Register now: https://lu.ma/s7ae0w02 Looking for more expert-led sessions like these? Explore all of our upcoming events in our Events page: https://bit.ly/40cPrhf Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your climate reporting skills. See you there! ??

?? Give a warm welcome to the 143 professionals joining OPFA for Cohort 7 members! This cohort is bringing an incredible mix of experience, ambition, and dedication to the climate workforce, with 57% female-identifying members and a diverse representation from 33 countries across various industries. ???????????? ??????????? ?? 50% are looking to transition into climate careers ?? 12% are building their own climate ventures ?? 23% want to apply OPFA insights in their climate-focused roles ?? 24% are here to connect with like-minded changemakers At OnePointFive Academy, we believe that access to climate education matters—especially now. This cohort, we provided $65,000+ in needs-based financial aid to support professionals from diverse backgrounds in gaining the skills, network, and confidence to drive impact. ?? The next wave of the climate workforce is here—???????? ?? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????? ????????! ????

?? Community isn’t just about joining—it’s about engaging. Daniel Hill, Innovation Director at the Environmental Defense Fund and founder of #OpenDoorClimate, broke down why active participation is key to unlocking real opportunities in climate careers. In his session with #OPFAcademy Cohort 6, Daniel emphasized that real opportunities come from meaningful engagement—whether it's reaching out to peers, participating in discussions, or learning from others’ experiences. ?? That’s exactly what we build at OnePointFive Academy: a hands-on learning experience paired with a community of practitioners who grow together, support each other, and turn shared challenges into career breakthroughs. ? If you’re ready to be part of a network that moves careers forward, join the waitlist for Cohort 8 now and get early bird pricing + exclusive updates! ?? https://bit.ly/435l9Qq

?? Meet Christopher Buccola and Martín González—two OPFA alumni who turned challenges into opportunities and landed sustainability roles after completing our recent Cohort 6 of OPF Academy! ?? Christopher Buccola, now a Sustainability Analyst at Cook County Government, joined OPFA to gain clarity and bridge critical knowledge gaps in sustainability frameworks. The hands-on labs and structured learning gave him the confidence and direction he needed—and today, he’s applying those insights in his new role. ?? Martín González, now a Sustainability Coordinator at Prodigioso Volcán, went from navigating a competitive job market to finding his place in sustainability, Martín leveraged OPFA to sharpen his skills, expand his network, and gain hands-on experience. One of his biggest takeaways is: “You don't, and shouldn't, be a "sustainability unicorn" in order to be an useful asset and to be given an opportunity to learn and improve.” ?? Their advice? Take the leap, lean into the community, and keep learning—because sustainability careers are built on both knowledge and connection. Want to be next? Join the waitlist for Cohort 8 today to get exclusive updates + get our Early Bird offer and save 10% ?? https://bit.ly/435l9Qq

?? The waitlist for OPF Academy Cohort 8 is OPEN! Take your next step with OPF Academy’s hands-on sustainability training with industry experts, helping individuals and organizations build key technical skills to drive change and succeed in the green economy, and be part of one of the top 10 in-demand jobs in the US. ?? OPF Academy just got a major upgrade. We’ve revamped our curriculum to make sustainability training even more practical, actionable, and industry-ready—with 150+ skills-based modules covering the full net-zero journey. Why OPF Academy? ?? Practice with practitioners: Hands-on sustainability training, interactive labs, and speaker sessions with industry experts. ???Designed to fit your life: We built OPF Academy to fit into your work schedule with a mix of pre-recorded content plus live hands-on training and speaker sessions. ?? Connect and learn: Join a network of over 800+ sustainability professionals in 50 countries and gain exclusive access to OPF’s Circle community platform. ?? Don’t miss out! Join the waitlist today to get 10% off and stay informed with key Academy updates, important deadlines, and special offers ??https://bit.ly/435l9Qq

?? “It starts with us.” That’s the reminder from Oliver Haas, Head of Sustainability (Commercial and Innovation) at Cathay Pacific and one of our OPF Academy Expert Speakers. ?? In his session, Ollie explored how consumers can play a crucial role in driving sustainable aviation—starting with everyday choices like selecting sustainable fuel options when flying. By sending clear demand signals, we can help accelerate solutions for a greener future. ? Missed the chance to apply for Cohort 7? Join the waitlist for Cohort 8 and get 10% off—plus stay in the loop with key updates, exclusive offers, and important deadlines: https://bit.ly/435l9Qq

Join Matthias Muehlbauer, Co-founder & COO of OnePointFive, at the MIT Sloan Asia Business Conference 2025: InnovAsia (by MIT Asia Business Conference) for the panel: “Asia’s Role in the Global Energy Transition” alongside Melissa Zhang from Azimuth Capital Management, and learn more about how Asia is shaping the future of the global energy transition. ?? When: March 1st, 2025 ?? Where: MIT Media Lab, Massachusetts Don’t miss the chance to explore how Asia’s innovations are driving change in sustainability, finance, and beyond! Learn more about this and other events in our events page ?? https://bit.ly/40cPrhf

Ready to stand out in the green economy and take your sustainability career to the next level—but unsure about the application process? Here’s a step-by-step guide to applying to OPF Academy: ? Step 1: Start your application at our Academy page by filling out your name, last name and email. You’ll receive the next steps straight to your inbox. ? Step 2: Create your OPF Academy account and unlock a sneak peek into the learning experience, including teaser previews, exclusive speaker sessions, alumni success stories, and FAQs. ? Step 3: Complete and submit your application (and scholarship application if applicable)—our admissions team will review it within two weeks! ?? Apply to OPFA by February 24 to join Cohort 7, running from March 3 to April 28. Secure your spot today https://bit.ly/3V23Zyi #opf #sustainabilitycareers #greenjobs #upskill #careergrowth

?? We’re bringing together some of the most impactful sustainability leaders to share their expertise with Cohort 7 of OPFA. Master corporate sustainability, ESG strategy, and sustainable finance with insights from experts who have been at the forefront of driving real-world change: ?? Kelly Windsor Fisher – Head of Corporate Sustainability, SVP, HSBC. With 20+ years of experience, Kelly drives HSBC’s Net Zero by 2050 strategy in the U.S., advancing sustainable finance and philanthropy. She also launched HSBC’s U.S. volunteer program "Involve,” and has been recognized with the President’s Volunteer Service Award. ?? Mike Wallace – Chief Decarbonization Officer (CDO), Persefoni. A global ESG expert with 25+ years of experience, Mike has worked with leading organizations like the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) to advance sustainability strategies. ?? Chelsey Evans – Founder and Sustainability Consultant and Advisor of Viable Future, Ex-Sustainability Director at Etsy & Nordstrom. A specialist in product sustainability, circularity, and responsible sourcing, Chelsey has built sustainability programs for major brands like Etsy, Nordstrom, and Neiman Marcus. ? Don’t miss your chance to learn from leaders like these! Cohort 7 applications close in February 24. Future-proof your career and learn in-demand sustainability skills today by being a part of OPF Academy: https://bit.ly/3V23Zyi #sustainabilitycareers #greenjobs #careergrowth