Energy analysis is the application of a multitude of skills and techniques to analyse, manage and disseminate information regarding energy, including its markets and its politics. Here are some different kinds of energy analyst roles:
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Energy financial analyst - particularly looking at the financial, economical and accounting aspects of energy markets
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Energy data analyst - applying data science and statistical techniques to process the vast quantity of data in the field
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Oil and gas analyst - specifically looking at oil and gas markets, involves knowledge specific to this field (such as oil prices, crude oil benchmarks, petroleum transportation, etc)
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Renewable energy analyst - increasingly important and prominent due to increasing implementation of ecologically minded policies, involves analysis pertinent to net zero policy, ESG, reduction of greenwashing, etc
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Carbon market analyst - maintains records of the carbon footprint of companies
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Green policy analyst - conducts research into policy relating to the environment
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Energy consultant - works closely with companies to assist them in implementing green policies and maintaining corporate social responsibility