… students to imagine and prepare for the resilient societies and responsible economies required of us to maintain a healthy, stable environment upon which we live, move, and have our … future challenges, not just react to current ones. This past year, conversations covered everything from the future of food sovereignty and designing new commons to disrupting … our group met once a month over an extended lunch break, these meaningful topics were explored with curiosity and enthusiasm as we wondered, questioned, and considered anew. A Fresh …
… stakeholder collaboration, there could be many benefits (such as waste and carbon emissions reductions, improved customer experience, and cost savings). For example, city governments … materials or non-virgin plastics Circular Outputs: the quantity of materials and waste captured post-use, diverted from landfill, and recovered for re-use, upcycling, or downcycling Operational Waste: the waste generated throughout …
… is at its core, an extension of our self-expression, an extension of us. This session paired well with another on what we can take away from fast fashion strategy. Perhaps the … Haven, CT, to all the places you wear it, to its end of life in the landfills of Ghana, hundreds of thousands of miles traveled. As a former marketer, this a story I would tell, … is at its core, an extension of our self-expression, an extension of us. This session paired well with another on what we can take away from fast fashion strategy. Perhaps the …
… a single cotton t-shirt can require up to 2,700 litres of water and significant amounts of energy . Additionally, the industry generates a significant amount of waste , with an … 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 energy use, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Circular design : Initiatives that aim to …
… emitters to high-value, carbon-negative products The teams pitched their ideas and answered questions from the judges. Following deliberations, the judges awarded General … emitters to high-value, carbon-negative products The teams pitched their ideas and answered questions from the judges. Following deliberations, the judges awarded General … emitters to high-value, carbon-negative products The teams pitched their ideas and answered questions from the judges. Following deliberations, the judges awarded General …
… of 10+ people, and grant money to give us a few months of runway. So, what changed? I fractured my ankle (all better now), and as I healed I began to appreciate the present, as cliched … spent hours tailoring a message for them, that would warrant a response, I was largely ignored. Using the tips above I didn’t waste as much time, reaching out to people who wouldn’t respond. Although LinkedIn is an incredibly helpful tool for pinpointing the right people to talk to it is also important to …
… were all instrumental in getting us off the ground. Each of these opportunities also offered invaluable mentorship opportunities which helped us refine our pitch and business model. … be great ways to get support, find team members, get feedback on an idea, and even get inspired. A founder’s journey can be extremely lonely and having a community to share and … space to start the entrepreneurial journey early, where you can fail and fail fast is an incredibly unique opportunity. While this is all great, let’s be honest, we have all heard the …
… action: Protecting and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity Food, agriculture and land use Energy use, efficiency and access Materials and waste After a competitive and selective … Management) and Ivy Ocheing seek to create BOXI kit, a portable, customizable plug & play solar charging kit. Their goal is to introduce a low-cost, all-in-one solar power kit, … and technologies that create safer alternatives for people and the environment and reduce exposure to harmful chemicals. Amir Chireh Mehr (MBA/MEM '17): is a Senior Vice …
… microalgae's natural biomineralizing capabilities using electrochemical cells powered by renewable energy. The Velocity Raptor John Havlik (Yale School of Management), Michael Heyang (Yale … practical daily needs of shelter and safety for urban and suburban commuters in the United States. META.rial Qian Huang (Yale School of Architecture) and Ingrid Liu (Yale School of …
… for a team of students (2-3) to participate in an independent study (equivalent to a full-credit course: 3 credits YSE/4 units SOM) on scaling up a circular solution for used and returned bags in … for a team of students (2-3) to participate in an independent study (equivalent to a full-credit course: 3 credits YSE/4 units SOM) on scaling up a circular solution for used and …