… How might one go about preparing students for the immediate and future realities of climate change? At an institution like this, it … dynamic discoveries and host coveted conversations. This past year at Yale’s Center for Business and Environment (CBEY), we flipped conventional wisdom on its head and turned … students across Yale’s campus. These meetings encouraged students to imagine and prepare for the resilient societies and responsible economies required of us to maintain a healthy, …
… Going from idea to execution takes a lot of motivation. I struggled with this for Banofi Leather (my start-up that makes plant-based leather from banana crop waste). Despite having the idea for over two years, it stewed in my brain and I did not speak to anyone about it because I … steps you can take to begin executing their idea. 1. Talk to people: This is a great way to force a founder to get clarity on the problem and solution, get feedback, which then allows …
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… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) is delighted to announce the winners of the 2022 Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures. CBEY supports students in building sustainable businesses that are … and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity Food, agriculture and land use Energy use, efficiency and access Materials and waste After a competitive and selective process, we have …
… effects of climate change on indigenous people are unmistakable, was extremely formative in his passion for a just clean energy transition. Raysieo saw for himself how vulnerable groups are often unprepared to cope with the accelerating …
… winds down certain energy sectors, such as coal and oil, and creates opportunities for others, including solar and wind. “I believe a just transition would make that new space fair—with healthy working conditions, compensation for impacted fossil fuel dependent communities, and opportunities for minority-owned small businesses to access the new market share,” Maryanne said. “Healthy …