… and it was a fascinating look into the world of sustainability professionals—a world that we may soon join. This year, we have heard from many such professionals through the … discuss their work and professional journeys. The conference 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 sector is both supporting and leading global …
… 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 …
… of Flawed Metrics Diana Glassman, Matthew Potoski & Patrick J. Callery, Missing Metrics that Matter to Investors: How Companies Can Develop ESG Financial Value Creation Metrics … which entailed the exclusion of disfavored industries – such as alcohol, tobacco, or gun making – or companies with bad track records on critical issues – such as pollution control … are also some of our key takeaways from the Issue: Who should drive the process of making ESG metrics more consistent, reliable, and informative? What is the most appropriate …
… Sohi was a member of the Edmonton City Council at the time, and the woman called to explain that mental health and addiction issues had her on the verge of eviction from a homeless … Sohi “I relied on public transit to go to school and work. I relied on recreational facilities to make friends and play soccer. I relied on libraries to learn a new language,” … which goes online at the end of this year, is then used to fill gaps that federal grant-making can’t—to fund projects too expensive for public investment but not profitable enough …
… Natural disasters have filled the news in recent months, occurring so frequently that they seem to intimate apocalypse: wildfires, earthquakes, hurricanes. But as national … the resources to complete effective contingency plans; nor are they eligible for relief that targets individual households. As a result, almost 40 percent of small enterprises in … in your supply chain to help them survive. “As disasters become more damaging and costly, traditional methods of financial assistance are often slow to arrive and …
… Recognizing the critical role that private capital flows will play in moving society toward a more sustainable future, … and dependencies, leading to more effective disclosure to facilitate better decision-making in the capital markets. Our ambition is to drive capital towards more sustainable … and dependencies, leading to more effective disclosure to facilitate better decision-making in the capital markets. Our ambition is to drive capital towards more sustainable …
… gas (GHG) reduction targets outlined in the Paris Agreement. Among the dozen states that have joined the U.S. Climate Alliance are Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and … (RTTs) as a means of reducing emissions—a noteworthy effort because heating and cooling of buildings represent about one-third of their total energy consumption. At the residential … cooling can make up over half of a household’s energy use; in Massachusetts, where energy costs are slightly below the New England average, 59 percent of energy consumption is …
… solar panels on your roof, you’ve probably asked two basic questions: How much does it cost? And how long before I earn back my investment? The short answer is: it depends. Solar … this means the costs and payback periods also vary. The NEM Question One of the policies that has helped make residential solar appealing is net energy metering (NEM), which allows … solar is installed, to what extent will that offset the need to invest in other generation facilities or transmission equipment? How much can be saved in fuel and maintenance costs by …
… 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, …