… How might one go about preparing students for the immediate and future realities of climate change? At an … One that fostered belonging. In order to do the meaningful work this fellowship invited us into, we realized that we first had to be in relationship with one another. We first had to … bold assertions, and create meaningful communities. It is hard to engage in conversation about the world’s great challenges and our role as members of this planetary community if we …
… by NextCycle Washington, a ban on food waste in garbage in Seattle, and a materials marketplace to encourage reuse . Alongside a host of Yale alumni, a number of YSE and SOM … of Circularise . Its blockchain system allows various actors to verify product data throughout the supply chain. Thus, digital product passports back companies’ sustainability claims … companies accountable to “circularity” washing. Chemical Recycling Recycling can be divided into chemical and mechanical recycling. Mechanical recycling is more common and entails …
… fashion industry is one that tracks the sources of materials and the labor that goes into making our garments. The fashion industry currently is the 2nd leading industry … fashion requires help from influencers...perhaps better storytelling can happen in the marketing? Something that stood out to me: “Your clothes are more well-traveled than you”. Made from petrochemicals sourced …
… space. For instance, ThredUp has helped promote circular design by creating an online marketplace for buying and selling second-hand clothing, extending the life of garments that … second-hand clothing and to rent clothing items. Other more established companies, such as Outerknown and Patagonia , focus on sustainable sourcing and resource-efficient production, … is the prevalence of greenwashing, or the practice of making false or exaggerated claims about the environmental benefits of a product or service. As consumers become more aware of …
… from industry and produces high-value byproducts General Biological : Makes mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil Karuna Foods : We make the world's first … microbial protein-based dog food with the least carbon footprint, offering nourishment without any adverse effects Tyree Tech : Convert CO2 from major emitters to high-value, … that participated in this process. Sophie Beckham (MF’ 02) is VP and Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper (IP), a global packaging and pulp company, where she works …
… their journey by participating in the Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures . About the recipients: BlueGreen Materials Marcelo Lejeune (Yale College) and Atsu Kludze (Yale … Architecture) seek to create an all-in-one building material reuse platform that integrates marketplace, material assessment, and knowledge sharing. The team aims to build a reliable … industry. Phigitals works with clothing brands to extend their existing e-commerce websites into a verified white-label resale platform. Lunasi Forest Farms: Chestnut and Hazelnut …
… for upcycling one of their most popular designs - the Catalina Tote - made entirely out of used or damaged Lo and Sons bags. The goal of this independent study is to design a … to determine the climate impacts and create a final presentation, along with a written output in the form of a blog post/article/report. Stages of Work: Interview key … chain Perform life cycle analysis Design a circular supply chain Synthesize information into a presentation and a written output Staff & Advisors: Urvi Talaty, Stuart DeCew - CBEY …
… TerraCycle is not a typical recycling company—it’s a marketing company that develops recycling solutions and serves as a model for circularity, … Chertow, a professor of Industrial Ecology at the Yale School of the Environment, points out that elsewhere, people are “willing to sort their waste...and separate it themselves.” … capabilities. The costs associated with running a waste collection program translate into positive PR, awards, and recognition as an environmentally-friendly company- a factor …
… SPAC ”) and the trend is still going strong (despite some recent “ SPAC-lash ”). In 2020, about 200 SPACs went public, raising a total of US $64 billion in funding. This year, 330 … out this article by Yale lecturer and SPAC investment officer Dan Gross. To dive deeper into the world of SPACs, a group of twelve Yale graduate students participated in an … since 2010 and cost reductions projected to continue through 2030, the lithium-ion battery market is projected to grow rapidly by 2030, from US $46 billion to US $197 billion. Demand …
… ponchos were going to be seen as the equivalent to the next solar panel,” said Dharia. Without much confidence, the co-founders eventually decided it would not hurt to “just send it.” … began to ask around to gauge people’s interest in the product, however, she realized the market for her EcoPonchos was much bigger than she thought. When she shared her belief in … in a more sustainable way. Dharia and Heller hope to expand their product offerings into other spaces, but it is more than just creating the next reusable water bottle. “We’re …