… 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 hire world-class scholars to … prepare for the resilient societies and responsible economies required of us to maintain a healthy, stable environment upon which we live, move, and have our being. While using the … 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 hire world-class scholars to …
… 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 … communities pursue energy sovereignty and clean power. We had set up the meeting to exchange ideas and values, and to see if this 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 …
… 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 … high energy burden costs. Her and her family relied on ice packs to keep cool. “While the events of climate change affect everyone, low-income communities, particularly those of …
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… 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 … 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 … 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 …
… the clean energy sector in the Global South. For the price of a cheeseburger, Sena plans to change our outlook on clean energy. “When we are thinking about solar, we are thinking … 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 … how much should we push versus how much should we give people some breathing room. Because if we attack fossil fuel companies, then we lose the opportunity to work with them.” …
… senior student-athlete pursuing Environmental studies at Yale. How does he know this? Because it's his story. Marcus came to CBEY with a curiosity to understand how we can better … these communities are going through but also so that they can make a positive impact and change in these communities while also improving the environment.” Marcus discussed one of … Marcus also focuses on sustainability on the campus by spreading awareness at sporting events on campus. A defensive line for the varsity football team at Yale and a member of the …
… energy.” Primarily, Hilary is passionate about the role Native American tribes play in land preservation and energy output and how clean energy can sustain these communities. … knowledge of the environment and energy but also assert the sovereignty they have over the land. “Energy can be a tool for sovereignty. Native American tribes are technically sovereign but there are many ways in which, because of the history with the federal government, their sovereignty has been infringed upon …
… Do you want to enact change and justice for the environment? Are you interested in collaborating with like-minded … and Saturday, April 2nd. Organized by members of the Yale Clean Energy Collaborative, this event will bring together intelligent and inquisitive minds from across the world to share … clean energy sector,” said Nojeim. And don’t miss out on the culminating address from Shalanda Baker, Deputy Director for Energy Justice at the Office of Economic Impact and …
… in the last twenty years of my professional career. I’ve lamented to my partner that I’ve used Excel as a donor management database and a way to keep track of who’s attending what … a deep understanding of the role wholesale energy markets play and the need for systematic change to support an equitable clean energy transition. I wanted to fully understand the … renewable energy projects forward in my community without burdening energy-impoverished households. I entered the Yale FDCE certificate program eager to learn about different loan …