Transitioning your career to climate tech

Elaine David, Alex Vertin

Transitioning your career to climate tech

Knowing how critical reducing emissions is to our planet, you’ve decided to transition your career to climate tech. After all, one of the best ways to get involved is to take action through software.

But where do you begin?

Carbon Direct’s

But where do you begin?

Carbon Direct’s Elaine David (Principal Software Engineer/Architect) and Alex Vertin (Staff Frontend Engineer) will join us to discuss their career journeys and how they pivoted to working in climate tech. They understand that focusing on your transferable skills and networking are crucial to a successful transition.

Get ready to hear:

What working in climate looks like — and how crucial it is
Various roles + avenues to explore in the industry
How to land your first job in climate tech
Ways you can make a difference at your current company
And much more

Meet The Speakers

Elaine David

Principal Engineer / Data Architect, Carbon Direct

As a senior individual contributor to the Carbon Direct Platform, Elaine leverages her extensive experience to design and build systems from the ground up. Elaine also plays a key role in shaping engineering culture, developing technical architectures, and ensuring business outcomes through extensive collaborations with the Product team.

Alex Vertin

Staff Frontend Engineer, Carbon Direct

Alex Vertin is a staff frontend engineer at Carbon Direct, a climate technology company with a strong commitment to scientific rigor. As a member of the technology leadership team, Alex is responsible for guiding the design and implementation of Carbon Direct's frontend architecture. Alex enjoys learning about end-to-end carbon management, mentoring junior engineers, and creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment.