… from the conference. Reporting, Accounting, Auditing. Thank You, Next? The most used acronym at GreenBiz? CSRD, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. It quickly … practitioners at large organizations are working hard to navigate the emerging disclosure landscape. It reminds me of where sustainability began in most companies: through compliance … not just about absorbing knowledge but also about reflecting on the impact we can have as future leaders in sustainability. Alisa Reiner (YSE ‘25) puts it best, “I was so proud to …
… How might one go about preparing students for the immediate and future realities of climate change? At an institution like this, it makes perfect sense to … the group’s discussion topics varied significantly, all of which aimed to address 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 traditional extraction models and deepening our sense of time. As …
… 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 students were in attendance. … 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 … and industry. Companies have an opportunity to not only lead innovation but weigh in on future negotiations through the Business Coalition for a Global Plastics Treaty led by WWF …
… Godavarthi, David Sozanski (YC '23), and Julian Rubinfien (YC '23). Their research focuses on making mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil. Their goal is to supplant … Godavarthi, David Sozanski (YC '23), and Julian Rubinfien (YC '23). Their research focuses on making mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil. Their goal is to supplant … and the General Biological team. Related Programs Sustainable Venture Prize Related News Sustainable Venture Prize: The 2023 Winner … The Sustainable Venture Prize was created …
… at a San Francisco VC investor’s office this April, we talked about power. The investor focuses her investments on companies that bring ownership and decision-making power to … investor might have ideas on how to fund a new model for clean energy projects on tribal land. Cody Two Bears, who is an enrolled member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and the … project would provide clean, reliable energy for a Head Start center, a school, and a water pump. The tribe currently plans to use $500,000 in Department of Energy (DOE) grants …
… and we must think deeply about who a sustainable practice actually serves. For example, the use of electric cars is seen as sustainable in the US, but meanwhile, in the countries in … hard to think about what clean energy actually looks like. I did an investigation into lands owned by Yale in Maine. The state of Massachusetts wants to be green by 2030, so they … Maine and all the way to Massachusetts. To build that line you would have to cut through forests and wilderness in Maine. What we found is if you cut down all the trees in those …
… has afforded me. If you are grappling with the idea of starting up, either now or in the future, this is my attempt to convince you that university, whether that’s undergrad or grad school, is the right time to do so. Risk-free time – University is a way to try new things and experiment. Entrepreneurship is about the journey as much as it’s about the … the worst case is you leave with just a degree and a great story to tell”, and this truly caused the pivot. Accessibility to testing ground of early adopters – As an early founder, …
… the tools to take your vision to the next stage? Or are you a long-time leader seeking a new direction for the next chapter? For over 20 years, Peter Boyd has advised, worked on, and led dynamic organizations focused on tackling system-level challenges. Now, Peter has launched Connected Leadership, an … address and create an action-oriented plan to drive positive change. Along the way, they’ll use practical exercises - grounded in research and coaching experience - to maximize their …
… degree. During that time, he saw the challenges facing the energy sector in the small island nation which led him to the doors of YSE and CBEY. Through the internship, Elwin teamed … these organizations.” Elwin says his goal in all of this is to contribute to a just energy future, something he says we can achieve in our lifetime. But in order to do so, the key is … multifamily buildings tend to have complex financing structures and limited cash flow because of rent restrictions, so it can be challenging to take on energy efficiency measures …
… and experience through the program. Imagine developing a way to provide affordable, renewable energy for marginalized communities with nothing but a good internet search and your … to transforming our society from fossil fuels to clean energy. This school of thought focuses on practical solutions and this is where Sena believes the future of energy lies. “We need to cooperate. We need to be practical. We need to find …