Industry Snapshot: ESG & Sustainability in AgTech Hiring

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This week, we’re focusing on ESG and sustainability trends shaping hiring in AgTech. Companies are increasingly seeking talent that can drive environmental, social, and governance initiatives—making sustainability a key part of the indoor farming career landscape.
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The UK Agri-Tech Centre is seeking a Sustainability Analyst to lead sustainability assessments and techno-economic modeling for Agri-Tech systems. This hands-on role focuses on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to ISO standards and involves collaborating closely with farms and stakeholders to evaluate environmental and economic performance across farming and food chain systems. Candidates should hold a degree in engineering or sciences, have LCA experience, and possess strong communication skills. The position offers flexibility, with fully remote, hybrid, or office-based options at the Edinburgh hub, and occasional travel required.

About Us: Launched on April 1, 2024, the UK Agri-Tech Centre unites three original Agri-Tech centers to drive innovation across the UK’s agricultural sector. Leveraging world-class facilities, expertise, and national assets, we provide research support, funding pathways (including Farming Innovation Programme and Horizon Europe), and business guidance to accelerate the adoption of Agri-Tech solutions. Our mission connects science, business, and funders to tackle pressing industry challenges, including climate change, labor shortages, disease mitigation, and environmental sustainability.

🕐Full Time
🏢SweGreen
📍Roslin, Scotland, United Kingdom

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🧑‍🌾 This Week’s Indoor Farm Jobs

Here are the latest jobs added to our board:

🕐Part-Time, Full-Time
🏢SweGreen
📍Multi-Locations, Sweden

🕐Part-time
🏢Ernessi Farms
📍Ripon, WI

🕐Temporary
🏢MicroHabitat
📍Chicago, IL

🕐Full-Time
🏢City of Philadelphia
📍Philadelphia, PA

🕐Full-Time
🏢Old Souls Farm
📍Saint Paris, OH

🕐Full-Time
🏢Old Souls Farm
📍Saint Paris, OH

🕐Full-Time / Permanent
🏢Good Leaf
📍Guelph, ON

🕐Full-Time / Permanent
🏢Good Leaf
📍Guelph, ON

🕐Full-Time / Permanent
🏢Good Leaf
📍Guelph, ON

🕐Full-Time (Not Hiring)
🏢Northwood Mushrooms
📍Clayton, WI

🕐Full-Time (Not Hiring)
🏢Northwood Mushrooms
📍Clayton, WI

🌍 Industry Snapshot: ESG & Sustainability in AgTech Hiring

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) priorities are reshaping how indoor farming and AgTech companies hire. As investors push for sustainable practices, farms are seeking talent that can help reduce carbon footprints, improve resource efficiency, and strengthen community impact.

Roles tied to sustainability—like lifecycle analysis, waste reduction, renewable energy integration, and ESG reporting—are becoming more common across the industry. Companies want team members who understand both operational performance and long-term environmental responsibility.

For job seekers, this shift means more opportunities at the intersection of sustainability, technology, and food systems. ESG isn’t just a corporate buzzword—it’s becoming a core driver of hiring in AgTech.

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Building an Inclusive Green Workforce: How ESG Careers Can Empower All Backgrounds | GeneCapsule

🏬 Building an Inclusive Green Workforce: How ESG Careers

In this insightful discussion, experts break down how ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles are reshaping today’s workforce — and what that means for the future of sustainable industries, such as AgTech and indoor farming. The video examines how companies are developing more inclusive, environmentally aligned teams and highlights the increasing demand for talent with skills in sustainability, data, engineering, and responsible innovation.

Whether you're hiring or job-seeking in controlled-environment agriculture, this is a valuable look at how ESG is driving new career pathways across the green economy.

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That’s it for this week’s insight! 🌱 Sustainable practices and responsible hiring are shaping the future of indoor agriculture. Keep exploring opportunities, growing your skills, and staying connected to the evolving AgTech landscape. We’ll be back next week with more jobs and industry updates.

📬 Until Next Time…

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