… by NextCycle Washington, a ban on food waste in garbage in Seattle, and a materials marketplace to encourage reuse . Alongside a host of Yale alumni, a number of YSE and SOM … of Circularise . Its blockchain system allows various actors to verify product data throughout the supply chain. Thus, digital product passports back companies’ sustainability claims … companies accountable to “circularity” washing. Chemical Recycling Recycling can be divided into chemical and mechanical recycling. Mechanical recycling is more common and entails …
… 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 petrochemistry and … 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 petrochemistry and … 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 petrochemistry and …
… and we know there is more to do to reach the many people who have been systemically left out. It was Maya Angelou who said, “ Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when … practice of individuals and organizations like ours." -Stuart DeCew We've always thought about the environment and the unique role of businesses in protecting our shared world. What … systems, it must be intersectional across communities, identities, and sectors. It’s about changing hearts and minds and it’s about changing systems. This means committing time …
… Around a conference table at a San Francisco VC investor’s office this April, we talked about power. The investor focuses her investments on companies … the loan will generate up to $20,600 in interest, which can be reinvested by the funder into other impactful projects, ideally with other tribal nations. In addition to creating …
… 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 … fashion requires help from influencers...perhaps better storytelling can happen in the marketing? Something that stood out to me: “Your clothes are more well-traveled than you”. Made from petrochemicals sourced …
… a career in the clean energy field. We spoke with students in the initial cohort to learn about their inspiration, goals, and experience through the program Planetary Solutions in … “Ultimately I can have all these ideas, and I can have all these visions, but I can't go into communities and create changes. The solutions have to come from the communities … energy, and sustainability. Across industries, sustainability is still seen as a trend or a marketing tool and the American response to sustainability is often reactionary. While many …
… space. For instance, ThredUp has helped promote circular design by creating an online marketplace for buying and selling second-hand clothing, extending the life of garments that … second-hand clothing and to rent clothing items. Other more established companies, such as Outerknown and Patagonia , focus on sustainable sourcing and resource-efficient production, … is the prevalence of greenwashing, or the practice of making false or exaggerated claims about the environmental benefits of a product or service. As consumers become more aware of …
… from industry and produces high-value byproducts General Biological : Makes mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil Karuna Foods : We make the world's first … microbial protein-based dog food with the least carbon footprint, offering nourishment without any adverse effects Tyree Tech : Convert CO2 from major emitters to high-value, … that participated in this process. Sophie Beckham (MF’ 02) is VP and Chief Sustainability Officer at International Paper (IP), a global packaging and pulp company, where she works …
… from industry and produces high-value byproducts General Biological: Makes mass-market chemicals from sugar instead of oil Karuna Foods: We make the world's first microbial protein-based dog food with the least carbon footprint, offering nourishment without any adverse effects Tyree Tech: Convert CO2 from major emitters to high-value, … microbial protein-based dog food with the least carbon footprint, offering nourishment without any adverse effects Tyree Tech: Convert CO2 from major emitters to high-value, …
… 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 realise … response, I was largely ignored. Using the tips above I didn’t waste as much time, reaching out to people who wouldn’t respond. Although LinkedIn is an incredibly helpful tool for … and pitch applications are a great way to force yourself to refine the idea, explore the market, understand the competitive landscape, and to build a clear set of tangible next …