… About 8 million tons of plastic waste enters our oceans every year. That’s roughly 500 pounds per second. The result is predictable: … across the world. More than 80 percent of these marine plastics come from land-based sources. As a result, plastic has become a subject of increased scrutiny, particularly … than 50 percent of the plastics in the ocean sink . Imagine the plastic like pepper in your soup, scattered across the ocean column. Second, this pollution is also in the form of …
… to reduce methane emissions, to understand more about their idea, approach, and of course, about themselves Concha Aquaponics Members: Victoria Shirriff, Nicholaus Johnson, … into ruminant animal feed, we remain committed to seeing this venture grow in both size and impact. Q – Tell us more about the Aquaponics system Not only will our algae product be used … that want to get involved and can contribute some meaningful work and research. We are also making connections beyond Yale by reaching out to universities and companies with similar …
… of Three Portfolio Strategies Bill Davis, Kyle Balkissoon & Toby Heaps, Performance and Impact: Can ESG Equity Portfolios Generate Healthier Financial Returns? Patrick Bigger, … Review: Doughnut Economics The following is the Guest Editors Introduction to the 2017 Journal of Environmental Investing : Interest in sustainable investing has broadened and … which entailed the exclusion of disfavored industries – such as alcohol, tobacco, or gun making – or companies with bad track records on critical issues – such as pollution control …
… and mentorship to new eco-ventures, include a machine-learning platform for drones and an impact investing tool designed to build consumer engagement. DroneFlow, cofounded by Andrew … disease, evidence of poaching or forest fires—DroneFlow’s software will enable natural resource managers, urban planners, farmers, and more to inexpensively track what matters most … a company using remote sensing, big data, cloud computing, and mobile access to better manage forests. A 2010 recipient of the Sabin Sustainable Venture Prize, the company …
… which goes online at the end of this year, is then used to fill gaps that federal grant-making can’t—to fund projects too expensive for public investment but not profitable enough … you’re trying to replace public with private, people start to feel you’re not fulfilling your social responsibility.” In part, this responsibility includes repairing and maintaining … you’re trying to replace public with private, people start to feel you’re not fulfilling your social responsibility.” In part, this responsibility includes repairing and maintaining …
… energy-intensive sector, Vale faces international pressure to integrate sustainability in our core processes,” Mac Knight explained. "We have also experienced carbon pricing … analyzing not only the direct cost of carbon pricing but also the indirect cost, and any impact this may have on our supply chain contracts.” For example, if a supplier or a client … price into business processes and strategies has contributed to a new mindset of decision-making and generated new business opportunities,” said Osorio of CPFL. For Itaú Unibanco, …
… could be useful for Connecticut’s climate mitigation efforts. Challenges and Opportunities Our field study across the Connecticut market found a few general challenges to renewable … of the core industrial product. Based on these challenges, the field study offered four categories of recommendations. Show direction The adoption of renewable thermal … be modeled on energy efficiency programs such as the Superior Energy Performance and the Better Plants programs . Reduce upfront costs Commercial and industrial customers generally …
… vulnerable when disaster strikes. Unlike large businesses, they often do not have the resources to complete effective contingency plans; nor are they eligible for relief that … into this role. Specifically: Explore ways to ensure that you will continue to provide your goods and services to small businesses if a natural disaster strikes. If you are a … crisis through benefits like delayed loan repayment. Survey the products and services your organization offers, whether a good (clothing) or a financial product (a loan), and look …
… as community hubs; moving New Haven Farms’ wellness program to become self-sustaining; and making the broader New Haven community more aware of CitySeed’s Mobile Market. “The students … teams jump-started their work with an ideation session led by fellow students from Yale GreenLight . A student team works on their pitch in the courtyard at Evans Hall As they worked on solutions, teams were able to meet with mentors at …
… Management, Law School, School of Public Health and Yale College, with projects that have impact across the globe, from New Haven to Ethiopia to Afghanistan to worldwide. “One of … and cues they need to protect their children, and take action to cut emissions across our cities, buildings, and streets. 2. Firoz Academy by co-founders, Wazhma Sadat (Yale Law … Firoz Academy offers math, English, leadership, computer literacy and programming courses in Afghanistan to empower girls with greater autonomy over their futures, including …