… is the Co-Founder and President of Green Coast Enterprises (GCE), a sustainable real estate company focusing on community renewal projects in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. Mr. Bradshaw will be speaking about his experiences starting a “triple bottom line” company in the highly uncertain environment post-Katrina, while highlighting some of his …
… 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 … will be provided. Organized and sponsored by CBEY, YSE Business & Environment Learning Community & SOM Business & Environment club. *We are committed to reducing waste at our …
… How can a global company build innovative business models that create shared value for both the business and the community? Ask Vijay Sharma. Over the course of his career he has successfully created large … given 50,000 women in rural India an increased sense of self-worth as well as a living income. This well-regarded BOP business grew exponentially in a very short time, proving that …
… creative, and solve a REAL problem? Join us for the next GreenLight workshop with Orvis ! Come spend a Friday with us as we grapple with the following challenge statement: "How might Orvis become synonymous with conservation leadership?" Who will participate?: A multidisciplinary group of students and others from across the Yale community. How can I participate?: Interested participants must: Be excited about attending …
… charging network that best involves all stakeholders? NRG is one of the biggest energy companies in the US and one of the most innovative. As they continue to shift into renewable … interactive, fast-paced sessions designed to generate new and innovative solutions to complex challenges. They are used by some of the world’s most celebrated design and innovation consultancies, and are a popular component of the Yale School of Management core curriculum. Who will participate?: A …
… and erect the turbines, and begin generating electricity by 2010. For Walmart de México, becoming the wind farm’s off-taker accomplished a number of important objectives. EVM guaranteed electricity at below the rates … one part of the efforts Walmart de México was undertaking in the sustainability area. The company had pledged to meet ambitious goals, looking to reduce waste in its and its …
… How should a nonprofit timber and forest company use its land in the 21st century? Join Yale GreenLight as we welcome Great Mountain Forest Corporation to campus to think about redesigning their mission … will participate?: A multidisciplinary team of students and faculty from around the Yale community. How can I participate?: Interested participants must: Be excited about attending …
… How can a massive company make sustainable thinking go viral internally? The GreenLight team is hosting … of business and the environment. We’re seeking creative thinkers from around the Yale community to reimagine how GE engages with employees to strengthen the awareness and … lunch. Who will participate?: A multidisciplinary team of students from around the Yale community. How can I participate?: Interested participants must: Be excited about attending …
… mile problem? She was specifically looking at this question in the realm of the two commuter rails operated by the MTA, Metro-North and Long Island Railroad. Harris started … and others. Harris' work involved coordinating e-waste and recycling policies across member companies and conducting research on e-waste to inform company strategies. Alli worked on coordinating data collection for sustainability …
… market subsegment that co-locates solar energy production and agricultural operations. Combining these practices into one space creates an efficient and sustainable land-use system that benefits farmers, solar developers, rural communities, and the earth itself. This emerging form of renewable energy blends complementary land uses and eliminates the false “food or energy” dichotomy that has …