To us, learning and science communication are as important as research. We share with you some tools, news, and resources, which can help you guiding your efforts to make the most difference.
News
News item about peer-reviewed publication
Research and policy may need to prioritise in efforts to protect biodiversity and ensure food security
October 2020
News item about peer-reviewed publication
November 2019
News item about peer-reviewed publication
March 2021
News item about peer-reviewed publication
October 2020
News item about peer-reviewed publication
November 2019
News item about peer-reviewed publication
March 2021
News item about peer-reviewed publication
October 2020
News item about peer-reviewed publication
November 2019
News item about peer-reviewed publication
March 2021
Blog
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Materials
Video abstract of peer-reviewed publication
Priorities
Environmental priorities
Based on our flagship publication, this video introduces sustainability priorities: our motivation and approach.
August 2020
Video of panel discussion related to peer-reviewed publication
Climate change
Climate geoengineering options
Oscar had the honor of presenting to Canadian senior policymakers and research leaders the role of negative emissions to meet the 1.5 °C climate target.
March 2021
Resources
Global risks and priorities
Global Risks Report 2021
The World Economic Forum’s multistakeholder report assesses top global risks by impact and likelihood. Climate change and biodiversity are the top risks.
Risks Perceptions Report 2020
Future Earth’s report integrates the global risks perceptions from >200 scientists in physical, natural and social sciences. Extreme weather, climate change, biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse are the top most likely and impactful risks that could lead to a global systemic crisis.
Global Priorities Institute
Multidisciplinary foundational research, especially in philosophy and economics, at the University of Oxford. GPI focuses on extreme risks associated with emerging technologies and human activity.
Future of Humanity Institute
Multidisciplinary research, integrating tools from mathematics, philosophy and social sciences at the University of Oxford working on global priorities research and AI safety, and other existential risks.
Centre for the Study of Existential Risk
Interdisciplinary research centre at the University of Cambridge focused on existential risks: technological, biological, judicial, and environmental.
Future of Life Institute
NGO working on high-impact projects and education on existential risk, nuclear weapons, AI, biotech and climate.
Tools and solutions
IPBES Report on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services
The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) assesses the status and trends on biodiversity and ecosystem services, their impact, and the responses’ effectiveness.
The Climate Action Tracker
Independent scientific analysis that tracks government climate action and assesses it against the Paris Agreement.
Project Drawdown
NGO that researches and delivers resources on climate solutions across sectors.
350’s resources
Materials to support effective climate action.
ClimateWorks
Foundation working on promising climate solutions.
Effective altruism
Introduction to EA
A philosophy and social movement that advocates using evidence and reasoning to find the most effective ways to have a positive impact.
80,000 Hours
Effective-altruism organization affiliated with the University of Oxford focused on delivering career advice to do the most good.
Global risks and priorities
Global Risks Report 2021
The World Economic Forum’s multistakeholder report assesses top global risks by impact and likelihood. Climate change and biodiversity are the top risks.
Risks Perceptions Report 2020
Future Earth’s report integrates the global risks perceptions from >200 scientists in physical, natural and social sciences. Extreme weather, climate change, biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse are the top most likely and impactful risks that could lead to a global systemic crisis.
Global Priorities Institute
Multidisciplinary foundational research, especially in philosophy and economics, at the University of Oxford. GPI focuses on extreme risks associated with emerging technologies and human activity.
Future of Humanity Institute
Multidisciplinary research, integrating tools from mathematics, philosophy and social sciences at the University of Oxford working on global priorities research and AI safety, and other existential risks.
Centre for the Study of Existential Risk
Interdisciplinary research centre at the University of Cambridge focused on existential risks: technological, biological, judicial, and environmental.
Future of Life Institute
NGO working on high-impact projects and education on existential risk, nuclear weapons, AI, biotech and climate.
Tools and solutions
IPBES Report on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services
The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) assesses the status and trends on biodiversity and ecosystem services, their impact, and the responses’ effectiveness.
The Climate Action Tracker
Independent scientific analysis that tracks government climate action and assesses it against the Paris Agreement.
Project Drawdown
NGO that researches and delivers resources on climate solutions across sectors.
350’s resources
Materials to support effective climate action.
ClimateWorks
Foundation working on promising climate solutions.
Effective altruism
Introduction to EA
A philosophy and social movement that advocates using evidence and reasoning to find the most effective ways to have a positive impact.
80,000 Hours
Effective-altruism organization affiliated with the University of Oxford focused on delivering career advice to do the most good.
Careers
This brief synthesis is based on 80,000 Hours’ advice on high-impact careers.
Choosing a promising career path depends on many factors, such as your situation, skills, and values. The following steps can help you explore promising areas:
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Choose the 2-4 global problems you think are most pressing. If you are interested in sustainability, our research areas may be a good starting point.
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Identify key bottlenecks to tackle those problems (e.g., skills, a political change, money).
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Identify career paths that best address those bottlenecks. Consider the following categories: research, government and policy, work at effective non-profits, or apply an unusual strength to a needed niche. If you think none of these categories is a great fit for you and if you have an unusually good fit for a very high-earning career, you may consider earning to give. Besides, see other career reviews.
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Focus on the options where you have the best personal fit.
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Consider making quantitative estimates of the impact of your top options.
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Start to narrow down, or if there are no suitable options, go back to the start.
Selected job boards
Here are a few boards where you can search for high-impact jobs in our targeted sustainability areas. Besides, we highlighted some vacancies below.
Focus on impactful careers but few vacancies related to sustainability
Focus on alternative proteins
Focus on animal welfare
Selected vacancies
Leiden, the Netherlands, applications close on 15 May
remote, applications due by 17 April
remote, applications due by 25 April
London (UK)
remote within Europe, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
remote (with a preference for the US), applications reviewed on a rolling basis but looking to have someone in this position asap
remote or in Boulder, CO – starting whenever you’re ready
depending on the position, e.g., Washington, DC or remote
some vacancies published long ago but seem still open
remote, closing date depends on the position, e.g., 20 April 2022
multiple locations in the US, applications partly already under review but still open until filled
mostly San Francisco or remote in the US, one position in Beijing, China
Zurich and Cologne (depending on the position), internships starting in April or May 2022
British Columbia, Canada
