… – join us as we discuss the major drivers that are compelling businesses to act on climate change and sustainability now. Just two years ago, when a nearly identical panel convened at … Hall, the conversation was narrower and mainstream businesses were not yet leading climate change solutions. Today, the Pope’s Encyclical on climate change has brought a moral dimension to the conversation. The UN’s new global sustainable …
… Now in its sixth year, through the generous support of the Sobotka Research Fund and the F.K. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Fund, the Yale Center for Business and the Environment is pleased to support student and faculty research activities in the field of business and the environment. Between 2 to 5 research grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000 each will be provided. The goals of this …
… As part of our Community Lunches, we will be holding “research spotlights” that CBEYond barriers and discuss critical topics at the intersection … We want to connect our community to some of the thought-provoking and connected Yale research across F&ES and SOM. In our next spotlight, we’ll welcome Saed Alizamir … with inspections as a consultant in sustainability and corporate responsibility. Presentations will be followed by a guided discussion with the faculty and audience about …
… of "Nature’s Returns: Investing in Ecosystem Services". In this upcoming webinar, Kai Chan, Canada Research Chair (tier 2) and associate professor at the University of British Columbia, will … Services: the Keys to Sustainability. During this webinar, Chan will present his research on building frameworks to conceptualize ecosystem services. With an emphasis on …
… The world’s governments have agreed to open the door to meaningful action to combat climate change. Now, post-COP21, one of our major tasks will be to redirect capital toward climate … critical for capital to flow into high-priority climate sensitive sectors. Our proposed research is a step in this direction. A group of researchers at Yale have partnered with the Emerging Energy and Environment Investment Group …
… pm: Cocktail Reception Now in its fifth year, through the generous support of the Sobotka Research Fund and the F.K. Weyerhaeuser Memorial Fund, the Yale Center for Business and the Environment is pleased to support student and faculty research activities in the field of business and the environment. The goals of these research grant programs are to enable students and faculty to work together and develop …
… Join us for a conversation with Nathaniel Stinnett, Founder and Executive Director at the Environmental Voter Project. We’ll … science to nudge them into being more consistent voters. In short, we don't try to change people's minds; we just change their habits. Tsai CITY is also hosting a workshop with Nathaniel on Behavior Change Strategies for Societal Problems. Learn more and register here …
… at the University of Michigan, as he discusses his book "How Culture Shapes the Climate Change Debate." Though the scientific community largely agrees that climate change is underway, debates about this issue remain fiercely polarized. These conversations … of the problem and motivate the public to take action. How Culture Shapes the Climate Change Debate makes a powerful case for a more scientifically literate public, a more …
… to those who register by Oct. 6th and attend. 10/12 (Tuesday) @ 11:45-12:40 pm – Internship presentations (more in-depth presentations, each followed by Q&A) led by CBEY Learn more and Register (note this is an … to participants once the event concludes. 10/14 (Thursday) @ 11:45-12:40 pm – internship presentations (more in-depth presentations, each followed by Q&A) led by CBEY Learn more and …
… recording here! Urban trees and forests are often overlooked in our fight against climate change and yet they cumulatively represent a significant carbon sink. More than that, they … the numbers show that our urban tree canopy is under siege in the U.S., and new financing mechanisms are urgently needed. Join our webinar to engage with City Forest Credits ' … has demonstrated the viability of carbon credits and impact certification as financing mechanisms for urban tree canopy -- and is rapidly bringing these mechanisms to scale across …