… the world and change it for the better. We gather to build community—and have the kind of meaningful and generative conversations that transform our work, our lives, and our world. Convened by Patagonia Director of Philosophy and CBEY … 2050 Fellows … Program CBEY 2050 Fellows Imagine a regenerative and responsible economy. What will resilient societies look like in 2050, and how will business help make that …
… for the better...in materials, policy, workers' rights, entrepreneurship, and beyond. Our goals are to: Inform - host events and create resources that inform students about the … a network of students, academics, and practitioners who want to engage and share about what's happening (and what needs to happen) in sustainable fashion. Support - continue to … currently happening and what's needed from policy to help stem and reverse the negative impacts of fashion on people and planet. Resources resource text As we listen and learn, we …
… projects while tackling some key environmental problems. We are looking for solutions in four key areas where science tells us there is an urgent need for action 1 : Protecting and … the prize. We allow solutions at all stages of development that tackle these four areas of impact, as long as there is potential for impact and the idea is viable. 1 We looked at … include knowledge, skills, passion, energy and ability to execute? Environmental impact: What is the potential to contribute environmental benefits to society? What are the negative …
… have Zoe Chance, Senior Lecturer at Yale School of Management and author of Influence is Your Superpower, sit in conversation with Vincent about his new book, The Future of the … their businesses in a time of cultural and climate chaos. The authors describe the current impact of manufacturing, commerce, and traditional capitalism on the planet’s natural … concludes with specific, practical steps every business can undertake, as well as advice on what to do and in what order. We hope you can join us on campus for what will be a very …
… Increasingly, entrepreneurs are considering how to create a company that has a positive impact on society, promote corporate social responsibility, and use the power of business … areas of focus include: Is B Certification or Benefit Incorporation the Right Decision for Your Company? To B or Not to B: The Pros and Cons of Becoming a Certified B Corporation or … In the News Fast Company : " Should Your Company Be A Benefit Corporation, A B Corp, Or What? " - March 2017 Areas of Focus Corporate Sustainability Environmental Innovation …
… Leave your mark! We invite students across Yale to share new ideas for shaping our future research, programs and events at our: 5th Annual Future Directions in Business and the Environment Pitch Competition This …
… their operations and products, companies are actively driving change and making a positive impact. Students across Yale are eager to join this movement, as they seek to launch careers … series invites sustainability-oriented professionals to discuss the work they do and the journeys they have taken in their careers. By sharing their stories, speakers provide a set … private sector. These conversations will center around pathways taken to current careers, what the current day-to-day entails, perspectives on broader trends in the field, and …
… shifts from climate change prevention to damage mitigation, it is critical to understand what the climate will look like years from now. Understanding a system as complex as our climate, however, is easier said than done. For the last five decades, scientists have been using supercomputers to model the future of the Earth using collected data and our understanding of physics, in an attempt to understand climate change. So how can we …
… L. Cline, author of The Conscious Closet, a new book that dives into the environmental impact of fashion and how the industry can become more sustainable. The first 30 attendees … Club and Yale Center for Business and the Environment About The Conscious Closet From journalist, fashionista, and clothing resale expert Elizabeth Cline, "the Michael Pollan of … they love with greater intention and awareness of our clothes, where they come from, what they’re made out of, and why they matter. Clothing is one of the leading drivers of …
… Leave your mark! We invite students across Yale to share new ideas for shaping our future research, programs, and events at our: 8th Annual Future Directions in Business and the Environment Pitch Competition (aka, …