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# Runtime environment variables

> Paradime Runtime Variables: Configure runtime environment variables for dbt™ projects. Ensure smooth and secure project execution.

Paradime Bolt allows you to use environment variables in your scheduled commands, injecting them dynamically at runtime. This feature helps you manage configurations and sensitive information securely in your dbt™ projects.

### How it works

When you include environment variable placeholders (e.g., `$ENV_VAR`) in your [schedule command](/products/bolt/creating-schedules/command-settings/index), Bolt automatically replaces them with their current values during execution.

#### Usage Example

```bash theme={"system"}
# Correct usage with proper spacing
dbt run --select $ENV_VAR
```

<Warning>
  **Proper Spacing Required**

  Environment variables must be properly spaced in your commands:

  * ✅ `dbt run --select $ENV_VAR` (correct)
  * ❌ `dbt run --select$ENV_VAR` (incorrect)
</Warning>

### Setting Up Variables

To use runtime variables:

1. From any page in Paradime, Click **Settings**
2. Navigate to **Workspaces > Environment Variables**
3. In the Bolt Schedules section, click **Add New**

<Info>
  Need additional help? See our docs on [Bolt Schedules Environment Variables](/products/settings/environment-variables/bolt-schedule-env-variables).
</Info>


## Related topics

- [Special Environment Variables](/products/bolt/special-environment-variables/index.md)
- [Variables and Parameters](/guides/dbt-fundamentals/configuring-your-dbt-project/variables-and-parameters.md)
- [Microsoft Team Alerts](/integrations/elementary-data/sending-alerts/microsoft-teams-alerts.md)
- [Slack Alerts](/integrations/elementary-data/sending-alerts/slack-alerts.md)
- [6. Environment Variables Override](/products/bolt/creating-schedules/schedules-environment-variables.md)