… Larry Fink, Chairman and CEO of the world’s largest investment firm, recently noted that long-term corporate prosperity requires not just financial performance, but “a positive … with this opinion – nearly every major Silicon Valley venture capital firm backs companies that pursue sustainable practices. In short, there is a profound shift underway in how … impacts into their bottom line.) “Through greater appreciation of the real motives that drive and excite people, B Corporations provide a significant new opportunity for …
… include a machine-learning platform for drones and an impact investing tool designed to build consumer engagement. DroneFlow, cofounded by Andrew Wilcox (F&ES ’18) and Max … find information efficiently, across vast and complex landscapes.” Goldman Sachs estimates that drones will reach a market size of $100 billion by 2020. While most of this is in … ‘How can I do the most good through my investments’?” says Reed. “We set out to answer that question, and to build tools for improvement.” This initiative is also timely in its …
… from across Yale together to consider big challenges in sustainability? On October 7 th , that fledgling idea became a reality at the inaugural Yale Environmental Solutions … as community hubs; moving New Haven Farms’ wellness program to become self-sustaining; and making the broader New Haven community more aware of CitySeed’s Mobile Market. “The students … as community hubs; moving New Haven Farms’ wellness program to become self-sustaining; and making the broader New Haven community more aware of CitySeed’s Mobile Market. “The students …
… School of Management, Law School, School of Public Health and Yale College, with projects that have impact across the globe, from New Haven to Ethiopia to Afghanistan to worldwide. … they need to protect their children, and take action to cut emissions across our cities, buildings, and streets. 2. Firoz Academy by co-founders, Wazhma Sadat (Yale Law School), … distributed solar generation in the US grid, reduce carbon emissions, while also providing cost savings for renters. A panel of judges comprised of Yale alumni helped select the …
… alongside persisting denial from political leaders , lack of preparation, and the helplessness of ordinary people in the face of devastating crisis. The launch of Entrepreneurial … Entrepreneurship. This new effort is driven by a belief in the increasingly critical role that businesses and entrepreneurs have to play in addressing climate change, given the … massive paradigm shifts or leaps forward in how we go about our lives and livelihoods, making innovation increasingly critical. Innovators can both create these radical …
… Innovation Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Yale Students Are Committed To Building Better Food Businesses … Yale Students Are Committed To Building Better Food Businesses Page Image Equity and Justice Environmental Innovation … Link https://www.forbes.com/sites/kateharrison/2017/08/08/yale-students-are-committed-to-building-better-food-businesses/#7efd757f5a0a Published On Aug 09, 2017 Areas of Focus …
… Elizabeth Chen and Christina Leos, MyHealth Ed has developed a mobile app called Real Talk that uses stories from teens to engage middle schoolers on sexual health topics. Miller … MBA program with a background in engineering from ExxonMobil and a vision for a new company that would address corrosion in manufacturing plants. She launched Arix with the help of … bill – alerting customers when they can benefit from powering down and providing a low-cost battery that responded dynamically to the grid. Thorne Prize for Social Innovation in …
… A student-led startup that is creating new energy technology the team says will enable households to reduce their … SOM student Katrina Barlow , will offer affordable home batteries and innovative software that allows consumers to measure the price and carbon impact of their electricity in real … the grid power is more likely to draw from fossil fuel sources. “This gives you a low-cost, clean source of energy whenever the grid turns ‘dirty,’” she said. “This is giving …
… startup venture. Jake Saper, Principal at Emergence Capital "Make sure what you’re building is a need to have, not a nice to have, for your customers. Build a painkiller, not … Capital Justin Freiberg, Director of the Yale Landscape Lab "Remind yourself that you're probably deep in. You need someone who is hearing about your idea for the first … Froshauer, President and CEO of CURE and President of CURE Innovations "Work to ensure that your innovation is presented with passion as a story about how it uniquely serves a …
… for Business and the Environment and Patagonia jointly released a guide for entrepreneurs that offers a roadmap for the emerging world of Certified B Corporations and Benefit … is largely a response to that realization.” By analyzing the differences, benefits, costs, and legal implications of each designation, the guidebook helps entrepreneurs … entrepreneurship. Environmental Innovation Sustainable Finance and ESG Equity and Justice Making Social and Environmental Impact Easy: An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Going ‘B’ … Mar 09, …