… which account for the vast majority of enterprises in the U.S. and employ half of the private-sector workforce, are particularly vulnerable when disaster strikes. Unlike large … A new report out of the Yale Center for Business and the Environment explores how the private sector, with its nimbleness and operations expertise, can support small businesses … per year—this report offers a new approach to relief that draws on latent potential in the private sector. The authors also provide guidance to help companies step into this role. …
… of: Dylan Cicero (F&ES), Lauren Kim (Yale College), Brett Levin (F&ES), Marina Marmolejo (Public Health), and Katie Sierks (SOM/F&ES). New Haven Land Trust will receive a $3000 … Sustainability . 2380 Equity and Justice Environmental Innovation Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Food and community: reflections from the Environmental Solutions … of: Dylan Cicero (F&ES), Lauren Kim (Yale College), Brett Levin (F&ES), Marina Marmolejo (Public Health), and Katie Sierks (SOM/F&ES). New Haven Land Trust will receive a $3000 …
… the School of Forestry & Environmental Studies, School of Management, Law School, School of Public Health and Yale College, with projects that have impact across the globe, from New … from respiratory ailments, or for informed citizens that want to do more to protect public health and combat climate change. By raising the awareness of the threat to public health and climate change posed by air pollution, AirAware equips individuals with …
… most clearly exemplified by the impact that Tesla has had in pushing electric vehicles into public consciousness and onto the market Thankfully, the private sector is ripe for entrepreneurs to innovate for climate change. Investors are … most clearly exemplified by the impact that Tesla has had in pushing electric vehicles into public consciousness and onto the market Thankfully, the private sector is ripe for …
… Recognizing the critical role that private capital flows will play in moving society toward a more sustainable future, Yale … the flow of capital into sustainability-oriented projects and sustainable companies. As the private sector increasingly acknowledges the need to move toward an efficient and inclusive … interactions with market participants, leading scholars and non-profit organizations. These partnerships will strengthen YISF’s efforts to identify, develop and disseminate new ideas …
… Municipal utilities are owned by local governments and managed by elected officials or public employees. They only serve customers within their municipal boundaries or in … as electric generators, manage transmission and distribution services, or do both. The nature of each utility’s role depends on its state’s regulation and whether the state … regulated prices for electricity and they are not bound by the utility regulatory compact. Private Equity: Companies that invest in the energy sector, whether in traditional utilities …
… cited is that there are simply not enough solar organizations targeting LMI households. Public Sector Barriers A few reports identify policy and administrative barriers that can … to promote LMI enrollment in community solar projects can also consider working with private partners to fund solar projects. Nonprofits are unlikely to either generate … capture the full value of tax incentives, nonprofits must partner with a tax-paying entity. Public Sector Focused Solutions Finally, states and municipalities can help increase LMI …
… sources with lower GHG emissions rates. The CTGB uses financing as a tool to leverage private capital in increasing RTT deployment and sees subsidies as a market kick-start … data on rate of installs, especially as contractors work across state lines. Therefore, public information on system sizes, geographically-specific installations, and cost cannot … the U.S. Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Agency have established widely publicized product databases for stakeholder reference (ENERGY STAR). A similarly accessible …
… carbon emissions, as well as a “guarantee” against rising energy costs. Strong, long-term partnerships between energy services companies, installers, and customers are key to the … lease programs can also help overcome the vexing issue of high upfront costs and recycle public funds that were used for one-time grants. Similar to solar PV deployment, the … lease programs can also help overcome the vexing issue of high upfront costs and recycle public funds that were used for one-time grants. Similar to solar PV deployment, the …
… costs and credits. An Alternative to NEM? In 2012, Austin Energy — one of the largest publicly-owned utilities in the US — tried to more fairly value distributed solar resources … costs and credits. An Alternative to NEM? In 2012, Austin Energy — one of the largest publicly-owned utilities in the US — tried to more fairly value distributed solar resources … costs and credits. An Alternative to NEM? In 2012, Austin Energy — one of the largest publicly-owned utilities in the US — tried to more fairly value distributed solar resources …