… to solve the plastics problem. The previous post outlined efforts undertaken by NGOs, private companies, and governments to reduce the massive flow of plastics into our oceans. This work is promising, but it is also insufficient. … Photo courtesy of recycleharmony . 2780 Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Equity and Justice Further Steps to Solve the Plastics Problem … Jan 24, 2019 Further Steps …
… Plastic Problem details how we got to this point. Here we discuss efforts underway to address the problem. Plastic enters the environment through several paths (see The Plastic … file-default","data-delta":"3"}}]] Despite these efforts on the part of NGOs, private companies, and governments, a number of important steps remain to support truly … issues. Photo credit Mike Batson . 2780 Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Equity and Justice Reining in the Plastics Problem … Jan 24, 2019 Reining in the Plastics …
… a replacement unit similar to the broken one. In Connecticut, where nearly 50 percent of residential space heating relies on fuel oil or propane, the default means more fuel oil … supported by utility grants. While the density of heat pump installations is generally low, there has been a slightly higher rate of installations in the most populous regions and … heat pumps, mentioned by 47% of surveyed heat pump owners. Installation of solar PV panels (26%) and energy prices (26%) are tied for the second most common trigger for …
… Center for Business and the Environment to provide funding and mentorship to new eco-ventures. Hand Me Up , co-founded by Jatin Batra (SOM ‘19), Cyndi Chen (SOM ‘19) and Melissa … and ultimately minimize the resources used to produce new clothing.” "This grant will allow us to increase production, fulfill orders and continue to grow." - Monika Dharia, … a lack of funds and we have not been able to fulfill all current orders. This grant will allow us to increase production, fulfill these orders, and continue to grow,” says Dharia. …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment is proud of its alumni and aspires to build a robust entrepreneurial community around sustainability ideas. Patrick Reed … original duo dedicated themselves full-time to the venture after graduation. Over the following months, they developed a system for rating mutual funds and certifying fund managers. … would love to use,” said Reed. 2621 Environmental Innovation Sustainable Finance and ESG Equity and Justice Sobotka Stories: Real Impact Tracker/Stake … Dec 04, 2018 Sobotka …
… $20,000 to each of the four winners, the grant will support novel approaches to supporting low-carbon heating and cooling markets and technologies. “There is no better evidence than … “I’m excited to see what next year holds.” Though heating and cooling in the U.S. accounted respectively for 65 percent and 24 percent of energy delivered to residential and commercial … promise to help expand the market for RTTs, which remains hobbled by unfavorable economics, low public awareness, lack of affordable financing, and an immature industry. Recipients of …
… are well suited to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially goal 12 for responsible consumption and production, due to the complexity and expansiveness of their … to create shared value that promotes economic development, fair labor, and gender equity. The SDGs allow companies stuck in the traditional model of disparate charitable efforts to mobilize …
… , now in its second year. This grant program provides support for innovative ideas to address critical catalysts and solutions for climate change. Teams are made up of students from … across the entirety of Yale,” says Sophie Janaskie, the Environmental Innovation Fellow at Tsai CITY and CBEY. “We made concerted efforts to reach out to all corners of campus … increase polyphenolic protective compounds, which are desirable in wine grape production. A panel of judges comprised of Yale alumni helped select the recipients: Lauren Elizabeth …
… Shortly after concluding their most recent campaign, researchers working on the Yale SEEDS II project , which is studying solar diffusion in low- and moderate-income communities, were excited to begin a new collaboration, called … the program’s three collaborators alongside suppliers of related technologies, like solar panels and energy storage. Flyers, brochures, and booklets were distributed to clarify the …
… guides Garanti’s climate strategy and action. The Plan comprises four pillars: prioritizing low carbon investments reducing deforestation establishing green office standards adapting to climate change, especially … Mechanism and Price Level Garanti uses three carbon-pricing approaches to prioritize low-carbon investments. First, it diminishes the profitability of fossil fuel investments …