… 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 …
… idea for over two years, it stewed in my brain and I did not speak to anyone about it because I was so afraid of sharing the idea with others. Reflecting back, I realise now why … : Investors can be incredibly helpful in providing an overview of the industry, the future trends, and also making warm introductions to existing startups in your space. … are also a great avenue to receive quick feedback on your idea and the competitive landscape. Industry organizations : For instance, if you are working on a plant-based meat …
… 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 …
… two $10,000 awards annually. This year, the Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures focused on solutions in four key areas of urgent action: Protecting and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity Food, agriculture and landuse Energy use, efficiency and access Materials and waste After a competitive and … technologies, they aim to provide a comprehensive microalgal carbon-negative solution for future food production and modern agriculture. The Velocity Raptor John Havlik (Yale School …
… reinforced many of the themes that have arisen in that series, while also introducing us to new concepts and ways of thinking. Here are three key lessons that we learned: The private … with the SDGs, using the global goals as a guide to set goals of their own. Companies also use the SDGs as a frame for communicating their activities to a global audience. By … Initiative on Sustainable Finance . After attending GreenBiz, it is clear to us that the future will hold ample opportunities for innovative, hard-working sustainability …
… industry, a sector in which WWF has no previous experience. As part of WWF’s ongoing Water Stewardship Initiative, I was helping to understand the state of affairs in this … and ASC certification, Coles developed a business-to-consumer strategy based on the slogan “Future Friendly”. This effort to communicate ecological issues to customers resulted in an … respect to social and environmental reporting. Following Tassal’s example, three New Zealand farms have since been motivated to gain ASC certification. With this legacy to draw …