… focus of GreenBiz would be on compliance and disclosures. Navigating such changing discourse and regulations underscored the dynamic nature of the sustainability field. We spoke … the heavy focus on reporting didn’t leave much room to discuss real environmental action. Spotlight on Food and Agriculture Without a doubt, the conference emphasized the need for a … at GreenBiz 2024 was not just about absorbing knowledge but also about reflecting on the impact we can have as future leaders in sustainability. Alisa Reiner (YSE ‘25) puts it best, …
… CBEY supports students in building sustainable businesses that are solving some of our planet’s biggest problems. A huge part of this has been via the Sobotka Seed Prize for … This year, the Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures focused on solutions in four key areas of urgent action: Protecting and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity Food, … chemicals. Yesenia Gallarado Avila (MEM ’15) is a Principal at Potencia Ventures, an impact investment firm focused on business models that work to improve the lives of lower …
… that assists startups building solutions to address climate change by decarbonizing our economy and building resilience. They assist early-stage companies in developing their … technology, creating a company, finding customers, attracting investment, and creating impact. The urgency to transition to a decarbonized economy is more important than ever. … rain this fall. Institutions like ClimateHaven, which are able to provide the necessary resources to bridge the gap between an idea and an implemented solution, are where the theory …
… and pursuing a career in the clean energy field. This year we spoke with students in our second cohort to learn about their inspiration, goals, and experience through the … wants to be at the forefront of change. In order to do so, she believes we must evolve in our approach to addressing environmental problems. “A significant first step to solving … so the PSiCE program was a good match. She credited the mentorship components and of course, the opportunity to engage in meaningful clean energy work. When pursuing an …
… like this, it makes perfect sense to hire world-class scholars to teach cutting-edge courses, invite leading practitioners to headline conferences, and build state-of-the-art buildings to facilitate dynamic discoveries and host … Haven to Hong Kong - we realized that we must first know those we are working with. What better way to do that than over a home-cooked meal? Antidote to Loneliness While sharing a …
… REI, Metabolic, and BP. Emerging Leaders Cohort (Tais Idi-Infante (MEM’24), back row, fourth from left) Seattle, Washington, was the perfect location for Circularity ‘23. The city … paper pulp. However, over time contamination increases, and properties are degraded - making it harder to meet technical specifications (such as food or medical-grade plastics). … should full circularity be targeted when other approaches have lower environmental impacts? The debate highlighted the different schools of thought but emphasized a need to …
… power. The investor focuses her investments on companies that bring ownership and decision-making power to low-income communities in the US. We were there with Indigenized Energy , a … Leader, nodded. It’s not just unreliable energy. It’s lacking the power to choose its source. Most rural electric coops run on coal, or oil - resources extracted from sacred … model for tribal clean energy financing that leverages IRA credit-eligible philanthropy and impact investments. Our proposed pilot takes place in Otto’s homeland, Northern Cheyenne …
… one I reckon with every day. For me, a sustainable fashion industry is one that tracks the sources of materials and the labor that goes into makingour garments. The fashion industry currently is the 2nd leading industry consuming … Plaza disaster. A sustainable industry would ideally consume less water and pay workers better wages, I believe this needs to be accomplished at the company and consumer level. …
… their inspiration, goals, and experience through the program. Do you remember what sparked your interest in Clean Energy? For Mary Chen , a Political Science and Earth & Planetary … She decided addressing environmental challenges was where she could make the most impact, and her participation in the Planetary Solutions in Clean Energy internship was … costs are disproportionately harming low-income communities of color. “There needs to be better policies to address this inequity. Unfortunately, we are at a junction where we must …
… are already emerging and their demand is growing. Major focus areas include: Sustainable sourcing : Such as using organic cotton, recycled polyester, plant-based leather and fur, natural dyes etc. Resource-efficient production : Reducing the environmental impact of production by using resource-efficient processes, such as minimizing water and … fashion industry is challenging. Brands face significant price pressure to keep costs low, making it difficult to use sustainable materials and to employ ethical labor practices. …