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SUGGESTED MAJOR:

ECONOMICS

In an environmental advocacy group, economics majors perform cost-benefit analyses to assess the economic benefits of proposed environmental policies or projects, such as implementing renewable energy sources compared to the costs of continued reliance on fossil fuels. They also explore market-based solutions to environmental problems, such as cap-and-trade systems for carbon emissions.

RELATED MAJORS:

*If you want to work specifically at an environmental advocacy group: Economics + Environment Science

CAREERS:

  • Economist

  • Policy Advisor

  • Data Analyst

  • Policy Analyst

Plus Many More!!!

"STEREOTYPICAL" TRAITS:

  • Analytical

  • Good at Math

  • Critical Thinker

  • Communication Skills

SALARY:

$105,630

U.S. Average 2023

Economist

Source: Salary.com

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