… [This event has been cancelled due to weather impacts on travel.] Please join us for a conversation with Jessica Long , Managing Director - Strategy & Sustainability at … was listed as one of the “ 6 Reports that Drove the Conversation ” at the World Economic Forum. Jessica is on the global leadership team of Accenture Strategy & Sustainability, … their assets and capabilities to drive innovation and profitable growth while striving for a positive economic, environmental and social impact. Within her current role, Jessica …
… influential. But then you were taught to suppress that power, to follow the rules, to wait your turn, to not make waves. But, when used intelligently, influence is like a superpower … brings great ideas to life. This is the premise of Zoe Chance’s new book, Influence is Your Superpower , which is rooted in groundbreaking research in behavioral economics, … can benefit from her deeply ethical approach to influence. There will be ample time for Q&A with the audience…so bring your questions! 7986 2225 Equity and Justice Thriving …
… Elizabeth Teague will speak to Root Capital's experience designing loan products for the renovation (replanting) of smallholder coffee farms, with benefits for farmers and … and preserve vulnerable ecosystems. Root Capital supplies these businesses with vital resources: access to capital, trade and technical partners, financial training and conservation … Systems and Nature Based Solutions Sustainable Finance and ESG Financing Farm Renovation: Building Resilience Using a Blend of Capital … Online Financing Farm Renovation: Building …
… all over the world have started to pick up on the concept of “circular economy” which transforms the “take, make, waste” economy into one where outputs become inputs and products are … global disruptions. This talk from Accenture will focus on WHY it is a business advantage for the forest products industry to “pivot to the new” and what it takes to get there. We are …
… file-default","data-delta":"1"}}]]Food business is one of the fastest growing global markets. Joint degree alums Rita Hudetz (Hu Kitchen) and Zoe Lloyd (Zoni Foods) will be joining us to discuss their respective food ventures and entrepreneurship journeys. Whether you are an entrepreneur or a passionate foodie who wants to learn from … Innovation Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions From Hillhouse to Your House – Pathways in Food Entrepreneurship at Yale … On Campus From Hillhouse to Your …
… Please join the Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) for the 2015-2016 season of Nature’s Returns: … of land in Latin America and the Caribbean by 2020). The free online event will last one hour and is open to the public. Email invitations for following Nature's Returns webinars … of land in Latin America and the Caribbean by 2020). The free online event will last one hour and is open to the public. Email invitations for following Nature's Returns webinars …
… organizations invest billions of dollars each year in habitat conservation in efforts to slow ongoing losses of terrestrial biodiversity. Dr. Armsworth will examine the … from the US and the UK that examine whether existing conservation programs provide benefits for biodiversity cost effectively. By combining techniques from ecology and economics, he … in biodiversity at no increase in overall cost. Paul will also host a discussion and information session from 1:15 to 2:00 pm (Sage 24) for students and post-docs interested in …
… Join us for the next CTNext Entrepreneur Innovation Awards – The Food Edition, our first … the future of a more regionally focused, socially equitable approach to food purchasing in our home state. Let’s nourish the people and economy of Connecticut by rethinking how we …
… energy saves water. But how do we bring these synergies into practice? Tune into Blueprint for Efficiency’s water-energy miniseries to learn about cross-sector collaboration and … When we expand the definition of “embedded energy” to include the physical, chemical and thermal properties inherent in drinking water and wastewater, we uncover the potential for … This webinar will feature case studies of joint utility efficiency programs, including stories of first-hand experiences with the process. In addition we will highlight some …
… to produce economic, social, and environmental returns. Mike Higuera , the Director of Resource Investments, will discuss the company’s strategy for investing in farms and ranches and advancing creative ways to meet increasing demands … the lifeblood of the area for both people and nature. Increased demand for this limited resource comes primarily from population growth and greater consumption by plants that use more …