… the deep green, like Patagonia and Buycott, to 3M, which had Forest Ethics protesting its use of the infamous SFI certification for its post-it notes from boats on the bay just outside the conference center. Yet, whether the changes the companies had made so far were big or small, the conversations at the conference … each other to step up to the challenge. Header photo from gfpeck/flickr Related Events The Big Pivot: Doing Business in a Hotter, Scarcer, More Open World Tue, November …
… and projections of rising global temperatures, and most of us are aware of the impact these changes will have on freshwater. Variability and extremes in precipitation will increase, … largest beverage company. For its part, Intel has been working to reduce per chip water use since 2007 and aims to have 2020 water use down to 2010 levels on a per chip basis. How … water issues. Related Programs Corporate Water Risk and Strategy Workshop Series Related Events Future Directions in Business and the Environment Pitch Competition & Social Tue, …
… In their proposed rule on climate-related risk disclosure , the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) referenced the Yale Initiative on Sustainable Finance (YISF) 2020 … to the corporate sustainability world. However, by focusing on the disclosure of greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risks, the SEC’s proposed rule would only … to the corporate sustainability world. However, by focusing on the disclosure of greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risks, the SEC’s proposed rule would only …
… to poor environmental conditions". “Having an internship in workforce development has also changed my perspective on a just transition. Workers that have historically been … Jobs for the Future (JFF) over the summer. JFF is an organization that envisions and focuses on equitable economic advancement for all. “Through my work with Jobs for the Future, I … Jobs for the Future (JFF) over the summer. JFF is an organization that envisions and focuses on equitable economic advancement for all. “Through my work with Jobs for the Future, I …
… heat waves, and extreme weather are only some of the ongoing challenges relating to climate change that continue to deepen and intensify with every new season. For Sofia Rabbini, a … Yale University, the need to transform our energy systems is about more than just climate change, it’s an opportunity to right many historic and persistant global issues. … a key component in the energy transition. “On a topic as large and complicated as climate change, it can be hard to find a place to start. PSiCE helps students interested in this …
… industry responsible for over 10% of the world’s carbon footprint, impacting climate change more than international shipping and aviation combined. The Fashion & Sporting Goods … understanding of their hotspots, e.g. raw material sourcing, manufacturing, transportation, use phase and end of life. In addition to climate, there are other environmental indicators … 30, 2022. Related News Filling the Funnel: Climate-focused Investment Strategies in SPAC Land (2022) Bag to the Beginning: Scaling Up a Circular Economy Solution … The Yale Center …
… including solar and wind. “I believe a just transition would make that new space fair—with healthy working conditions, compensation for impacted fossil fuel dependent communities, and … Energy , a Chicago-based company dedicated to creating equitable solutions to climate change that provide healthy, safe, and affordable homes for everyone, according to company … Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Creating Equitable Solutions to Climate Change … Creating Equitable Solutions to Climate Change Planetary Solutions in Clean Energy …
… the accelerating consequences of climate change, including extreme heat waves, frequent landslides, prolonged droughts, and more. “These firsthand experiences have compelled me to … benefit: “While many initiatives and policies have been put forth to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, low- and middle-income communities (LMI) often face barriers that prevent them from enjoying the advantages of clean energy such as reduced energy bills, …