Sustainability Writer
Sustainability Writer - Honorary Role
(Open Library on Green Economy)
About OLGE
The Open Library on Green Economy (OLGE) is a nonprofit knowledge initiative being built as an open public good. Our aim is to make sustainability, climate, and green economy knowledge easier to understand, easier to access, and more useful for people who want to learn, work, or act in this space.
OLGE is not a media company, consultancy, or advocacy platform. It is a shared knowledge infrastructure focused on clarity, neutrality, and real-world relevance.
About the Writing Opportunity
Sustainability Writers contribute original, accessible writing on sustainability and green economy topics for publication on the OLGE platform. This role is designed for people who care deeply about these issues and want to help make complex ideas more understandable to a wider audience.
You do not need to be a “domain expert” to apply. Curiosity, clarity of thinking, and a willingness to learn matter more than formal credentials.
This is a voluntary, contribution-based role focused on publishing knowledge in service of the public good.
What You’ll Write About
Topics may include (but are not limited to):
• Climate change and sustainability basics
• Green economy concepts and trends
• Climate policy and global developments
• Cities, infrastructure, and resilience
• Case studies, explainers, or thematic overviews
Writers are encouraged to approach topics from a learning and sense-making perspective rather than a prescriptive or opinion-led one.
Writers can also write about topics across sustainable aviation, low‑carbon transport and mobility, sustainable supply chains and logistics, circular economy and waste management, sustainable agriculture and food systems, forestry and fisheries, sustainable real estate and green buildings, urban planning and resilient infrastructure, water stewardship and water management, the energy transition including renewables, grids, storage and hydrogen, climate policy, mitigation and adaptation, biodiversity and nature‑based solutions, ocean and coastal conservation, sustainable finance, ESG, impact investing and carbon markets, manufacturing and materials including cement, steel, chemicals and textiles, mining and extractives, shipping and ports, tourism, health and pharmaceuticals, digital sustainability and data centres, as well as sustainability measurement, reporting, verification, life‑cycle assessment, standards and disclosure.
Nature of Engagement
• Flexible and non-binding
• Contribution-based, not time-bound
• No operational responsibilities
• No exclusivity or long-term commitment required
Types of Contributions
• Short articles or explainers (800 to 1,200 words)
• Deep Dives (2500 to 5000 words)
• Simplified breakdowns of complex sustainability topics
• Research-backed summaries and thematic overviews
• Curated reading notes or learning guides
All writing is editorially supported, with feedback and guidance where helpful.
Who This Role Is For
This role may be a good fit if you are:
• A student or early-career professional interested in sustainability
• Someone transitioning into climate or green economy work
• A researcher or practitioner who enjoys writing accessibly
• A generalist with strong writing skills and curiosity
You do not need prior publishing experience, but you should be comfortable with structured writing and basic research.
What You Gain
• Publication of your work on an open, public-facing platform
• Visibility and attribution for your writing
• Experience contributing to a mission-driven knowledge initiative
• The opportunity to help shape how sustainability knowledge is communicated
There is no remuneration associated with this role.
Governance and Ethics
All contributions are non-commercial in nature and intended for public learning. Writers retain moral authorship of their work while granting OLGE the right to publish and archive it as part of the open library.