… to prominence as a core focus of many corporate sustainability roles. Companies are bracing for the growing number of climate-related financial disclosure regulations —CSRD, SEC’s … Spotlight on Food and Agriculture Without a doubt, the conference emphasized the need for a businesscase when it comes to sustainability, especially within food and agriculture. According to …
… How might one go about preparing students for the immediate and future realities of climate change? At an institution like this, it … dynamic discoveries and host coveted conversations. This past year at Yale’s Center forBusiness and Environment (CBEY), we flipped conventional wisdom on its head and turned our … environment upon which we live, move, and have our being. While using the frameworks of business and the environment to help guide conversations, the group’s discussion topics …
… is an initiative by the City of Seattle that offers resources and rebate incentives forbusinesses to transition from single-use to reusable containers. This has enabled companies … be crucial for companies progressing towards circularity by supporting internal businesscases and holding companies accountable to “circularity” washing. Chemical Recycling … paper pulp. However, over time contamination increases, and properties are degraded - making it harder to meet technical specifications (such as food or medical-grade plastics). …
… The Sustainable Venture Prize was created in 2008 and awards $25,000 to a promising student business venture that advances environmental sustainability. As part of Startup Yale, the … 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 … 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 …
… Going from idea to execution takes a lot of motivation. I struggled with this for Banofi Leather (my start-up that makes plant-based leather from banana crop waste). … be incredibly helpful in providing an overview of the industry, the future trends, and also making warm introductions to existing startups in your space. Investors are also a great … on in our journey, and the 20 questions on the google form, forced us to think about our business more holistically. Questions like key competitors, competitive advantage, proposed …
… professional life. When I was contemplating my decision, somebody said to me, “The best case scenario is you leave with a successful start-up and a degree, and the worst case is … a student at the law school (and get FREE legal advice). Have questions about building a business model? Talk to an MBA student or take a finance or investing class. Need to find a … to the stage of the venture. Jinali Modi (YSE ’23) is disrupting the leather industry by making Banofi, a vegan plant-based leather from crop waste. Check out their product at …
… you’re already leading your initiative, team, start-up or organization and are looking for the tools to take your vision to the next stage? Or are you a long-time leader seeking a … a Lecturer at Yale School of the Environment and a Resident Fellow at the Yale Center forBusiness and the Environment. He began his career working with McKinsey & Company and Virgin … a Lecturer at Yale School of the Environment and a Resident Fellow at the Yale Center forBusiness and the Environment. He began his career working with McKinsey & Company and Virgin …
… The Yale Center forBusiness and the Environment (CBEY) is delighted to announce the winners of the 2022 … and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity Food, agriculture and land use Energy use, efficiency and access Materials and waste After a competitive and selective process, we have …
… with five swimming pools and a lazy river in the middle of the desert may seem an odd place for path-breaking conversations on sustainability, the three-day conference yielded a wealth … communicating their activities to a global audience. By connecting to a global framework, businesses can integrate sustainability issues into their strategies that they otherwise … government announced that it would withdraw from the Paris Agreement. Yet soon after, businesses were among the first actors to step forward and reaffirm their dedication to …
… the development of corporate partnerships with non-profits is an important trend connecting businesses to sustainable growth. As a summer associate with the Corporate Partnership Team … referring back to two particular corporate partnerships that provided an interesting platform: the case of Coles and Tassal moving to sustainable seafood sourcing and production. This story …