Chances are, you're ready to move beyond the "profit over planet" mindset. You want work that matters. Work that aligns with your values. Work that lets you tell your kids, "I helped fix that climate thing we were all worried about."
According to Human8’s What Matters 2024 report, nearly 7 out of 10 Australian respondents believe we need to move beyond traditional sustainability to regenerate our planet.
And you know what? The job market is reflecting this shift in values. We're seeing an 81% jump in renewable energy jobs from 2016 to 2021, with another 200,000 energy efficiency and demand management roles coming up by 2030.
Australia's climate tech scene is buzzing with companies that get it. They're developing the necessary solutions, from revolutionary solar tech to smart logistics that slash emissions.
Whether you're already in the sustainability space or looking to make the switch, these companies do work that matters for our planet's future.
What started as a PhD project in a garage has become something extraordinary. They're now producing some of the world's most efficient solar cells. The cool bit? They're making solar tech more accessible using abundant materials that won't break the bank.
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Think fintech meets climate action. Since 2015, these climate tech pioneers have helped over 150,000 Aussie households switch to solar. Working with over 2,200 small businesses nationwide and processing $1.9 billion in finance applications, they help make green energy accessible to everyone.
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Ever thought about how much space is driving around in trucks across Australia? These guys have. As the fastest-growing tech startup in Australian logistics, they're using smart tech to tackle waste in the trucking industry and connect carriers with shippers to make logistics more efficient (and way better for the planet).
Named one of the world's most sustainable companies by Time, these sustainability champions are making our buildings smarter, our industries more efficient, and our power grids more intelligent. Their team of 150,000 people spread across 100+ countries uses AI and IoT tech to transform everything from data centers to homes, making sustainability achievable and practical for everyone.
Based in North Sydney but part of a global powerhouse, they're doing everything from solar cells and modules to energy storage and retail. Qcells has been around since 2009 to develop complete energy solutions that are helping Australia transition to renewable energy.
