… how can communities adapt to these changing conditions with sustainable development? A new report from the Yale Center for Business and the Environment, in partnership with the … provide safe living and working environments, affordable access to power, and accessible community space. In the event of a natural disaster, these hubs would serve as central … for their communities with public and private investment. Green Resilience Hubs are one path for sustainable development that can continue to serve their communities, rain or …
… of Yale’s Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY). Even though my base was the New York office, the globalized nature of WBCSD and its Nature Action team had me … and patience made him not just a manager, but a mentor too. He was intentional about my personal and professional development, being generous with time and constructive feedback … nature-based solutions, meaningfully engaging with local communities within forests, and making nature-positive investments. A nature-positive investment involves intentionally …
… challenges relating to climate change that continue to deepen and intensify with every new season. Through the Yale School of the Environment (YSE), and as a PSiCE fellow, … energy systems, I am determined to develop energy solutions to climate change that leave no community or ecosystem behind. It is through decarbonization and renewable energy deployment … including policy analysis, memo writing, data analysis and visualizations, and communityengagement.” The PSiCE fellowship has paved the way for Alison to apply the knowledge and …
… year, conversations covered everything from the future of food sovereignty and designing new commons to disrupting traditional extraction models and deepening our sense of time. As … a different form of leadership: one built on love and kindness, one that prioritized empathy and compassion rather than ego and competition. One that fostered belonging. In order … conversation about the world’s great challenges and our role as members of this planetary community if we don’t first trust each other. In order to face the needs of our communities …
… provided an opportunity to explore developments, innovations, and challenges in charting a path toward a circular economy. A wide range of organizations were represented, including … KPIs based on: Circular Inputs: the input materials to products and packaging, such as renewable materials or non-virgin plastics Circular Outputs: the quantity of materials and … paper pulp. However, over time contamination increases, and properties are degraded - making it harder to meet technical specifications (such as food or medical-grade plastics). …
… David Sozanski (YC '23), and Julian Rubinfien (YC '23). Their research focuses on making mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil. Their goal is to supplant … David Sozanski (YC '23), and Julian Rubinfien (YC '23). Their research focuses on making mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil. Their goal is to supplant … and the General Biological team. Related Programs Sustainable Venture Prize Related News Sustainable Venture Prize: The 2023 Winner … The Sustainable Venture Prize was created …
… years, we have learned from and supported remarkable people in our community who have been personally and professionally impacted by discrimination and bias. The Black Lives Matter … the solutions at the heart of CBEY’s work. To combat this reality, we’ve been investing in new programs, resources, and scholarships to advance our deepened commitment to justice. We … the Planetary Solutions in Clean Energy summer internship and fellowship program to create pathways to careers in clean energy for first-generation and BIPOC students. We expanded …
… power. The investor focuses her investments on companies that bring ownership and decision-making power to low-income communities in the US. We were there with Indigenized Energy , a … to exchange ideas and values, and to see if this investor might have ideas on how to fund a new model for clean energy projects on tribal land. Cody Two Bears, who is an enrolled … Sioux Tribe and the Executive Director of Indigenized Energy, talked about how power in his community is unreliable. Students worry about being able to finish their homework; elders …
… words of my Uber driver: the coffee one and the fashion one. With one look at my pants, he knew which one I was attending. Just as vibrant and quirky as Portland, there were a sea of … Brittany has cultivated a space for those interested to shine, and to find a sense of community. The website also features a job board with a specific focus on sustainable … fashion industry is one that tracks the sources of materials and the labor that goes into making our garments. The fashion industry currently is the 2nd leading industry consuming …
… have to come from the communities themselves.” Mary recognizes that there is no one right path and we must think deeply about who a sustainable practice actually serves. For example, … it’s not sustainable at all.” While we should celebrate every victory along the way, the path to a clean energy future remains an uphill battle. Individuals and organizations can … have to come from the communities themselves.” Mary recognizes that there is no one right path and we must think deeply about who a sustainable practice actually serves. For example, …