… covered the environmental aspects of the triple bottom line – instead, it has focused on financial and social aspects. But this year, attendees will have the opportunity to explore … Seven years after the Oceans Track was introduced, I had the honor of participating in the development of a conservation finance track that will be unveiled in a little over a week. … effort based at Island Press). It also included a team of several conservation finance professionals. The goal of this effort was to design a more robust curriculum that could …
… eight PFP deals in the United States so far – with $80 million invested. To date, these financial instruments have focused on social outcomes like improving education and reducing … eight PFP deals in the United States so far – with $80 million invested. To date, these financial instruments have focused on social outcomes like improving education and reducing … eight PFP deals in the United States so far – with $80 million invested. To date, these financial instruments have focused on social outcomes like improving education and reducing …
… for them —which makes waste management a gold mine of opportunity for those who can find a financially viable way to solve the problem. This idea of waste as a commodity is rapidly … a multibillion-dollar investment opportunity for those interested in financing the development of alternative packaging solutions. The entire fast-moving consumer goods … the environment. Plastics, it seems, have reached their shelf life in the green-economy. Understanding the informal sector In the world of plastics, 19 out of the 20 countries that …
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… will have far-reaching impact. Apparel brands are well suited to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially goal 12 for responsible consumption and production, due to the … “A.D.A.P.T” to shifting consumer demands and climate threats by advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. A - Adopt a declaration in support of SDGs A company commitment to the … philanthropy to SDGs Existing philanthropic efforts can easily sync with the sustainable development goals, and in some cases should be reframed as holistic ‘shared value’ …
… might help achieve the campaign’s goals. Ultimately, ConnectSun has the potential to bring financial benefits to customers who participate in the program while supporting the development of a cleaner and more resilient electric grid in Connecticut. Here’s how it … relevant findings from the ConnectSun program into its research on solar energy diffusion. Understanding how the roll-out of this program affects the resiliency and cost of providing …
… proven a potent signal: their stakeholders now approach Garanti for advice on the latest developments in sustainability. During the webinar, Garanti’s Sustainability Supervisor … in 2017. These regulations are expected to significantly standardize corporate carbon accounting. Turkey’s being a signatory to the Paris Agreement represents another step toward … changes within the bank and across the Turkish financial sector. Internally, Garanti hosts workshops to raise awareness about the bank’s sustainability strategy. It has implemented a …
… out the profiles of our dedicated 2016 Sabin Mentors who have guided and supported the development of 15 teams. Only four finalists, to be announced the week of April 4th, will … file-default","data-delta":"3"}}]] Kate Carman Business Development Associate, Pivot Leadership … file-default","data-delta":"4"}}]] Howard Chang Director of Operations, Partner Development, Sun Edison … Casey Pickett Director of Innovation, Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development …
… to paint a picture of the field with broad-brush strokes so that newcomers may gain an understanding of some basic concepts and orient themselves within this evolving and exciting … banker and the biologist, finance and ecology, and Wall Street and the Catskills Mountains. Professionals in the field have a wide range of backgrounds including investment banking, … They collaborate with stakeholders ranging from local communities to international development finance institutions (DFIs) to national, state and local governments (World …