… The fashion industry is one of the most environmentally damaging industries globally, accounting for around 10% of global carbon emissions and 20% of global wastewater . Producing a single cotton t-shirt can require up to 2,700 litres of water and significant amounts of energy . Additionally, the industry generates a significant amount of waste , with an …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) is delighted to announce the winner of the 2023 … The 2023 Winner … Apr 18, 2023 Sustainable Venture Prize: The 2023 Winner The Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) is delighted to announce the winner of the 2023 … Award ($2,000) Carbon Loop Harrison Meyer (YSE/SOM ‘24), Perry Bakas (SOM ‘24), Conor Rooney (Ph.D, Yale Chemistry) seek to create a circular economy by cheaply sequestering carbon …
… ideas. At StartUp Yale, innovators join community leaders, investors, and practitioners to reimagine the future. Grounded in inclusivity and impact, Startup Yale is a crossroads for a new kind of innovation ecosystem. Roughly $175K in funding will be awarded through … ideas. At StartUp Yale, innovators join community leaders, investors, and practitioners to reimagine the future. Grounded in inclusivity and impact, Startup Yale is a …
… 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 was so afraid of sharing the idea with others. Reflecting back, I … who connected you to them (goes a long way in building a good relationship). 3. When to stop talking to people and start building Once you are clear about the problem you are …
… I first had the idea for a plant-based leather start-up over 2 years ago but I didn’t have the confidence to … early in my career to pursue my dream. I always thought that entrepreneurship was something one did in the latter part of your life (post-40s) after having built an established career. … stone toward a successful one. [1] Defined as crossing the 10-year mark. https://www.investopedia.com/financial-edge/1010/top-6-reasons-new-businesses-fail.aspx [2] …
… innovation through different perspectives. You can learn more about this program here . Before Air Company ventured into making jet fuel, they were making spirits. Vodka, to be precise. The carbon-negative spirit was named one of the best inventions of 2020 by Time magazine. But as impressive as Air Vodka surely … EMT himself), in the end, it turned out there was no market for the concept. Regulatory barriers made it a difficult field to break into. Knowing when to quit, according to him, is …
… you’re already leading your initiative, team, start-up or organization and are looking for the tools to take your vision to the next stage? Or are you a long-time leader seeking a … and in the world. Available on Coursera , enrollment in this class is free and open to anyone . You can take it at your own pace in your own time, though Peter advises to take the … not have the time or resources to study here. I am excited to work for a world where everyone can see their purpose-driven path to ‘Great Work 1 ’” - Peter Boyd, Instructor In this …
… Applications are officially open for the Financing and Deploying Clean Energy (FDCE) certificate program! Are you a clean energy professional committed to impact? … new projects to taking on new roles in your current organization (or transitioning to a new one!), the FDCE program helps participants make an immediate impact and advance their …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) is delighted to announce the winners of the 2022 … customizable plug & play solar charging kit. Their goal is to introduce a low-cost, all-in-one solar power kit, offering better, cleaner, and cheaper renewable energy systems that … of Merry Go Rounds, a children's resale business based in Easton, Massachusetts that makes shopping for kids more sustainable, affordable, and fun. Sasha Brown (BS '06; MBA '10) is a …
… Planetary Solutions in Clean Energy - Internship and Fellowship Program (PSiCE) offers summer research and internship … initial cohort to learn about their inspiration, goals, and experience through the program. For YSE Class of 22’ Graduate, Elwin Lim, one way to educate and spread clean energy ideas is to target people in ways that they can …