… At some point, every one of us has contemplated more sustainable ways of living and working, from simple acts like recycling a soda can to bigger changes in business strategy and public policy. However, when we try to have a conversation about our ideas, someone has branded us as a “holier than thou” jerk, or we have refrained from … various pitfalls of sustainability, or recurring conversations in the sustainability discourse that correlate with the experience of being stuck. It explores why we get stuck in …
… team in scientific-driven actions for a sustainable ocean economy and responsible tourism model. This work is seen through Iberostar’s Wave of Change movement, an initiative … seafood consumption and coastal health. The company plans to send no waste to landfill and source all its seafood from responsible sources by 2025 and to be carbon neutral in its operations and supply chain …
… for-profit business through cash prizes totaling $25,000. The competition provides feedback from professional judges, extensive mentoring from faculty, and opportunities for … meet and pitch their ideas to venture capitalists and industry leaders. See photos fromour 2015 event and read an account of the day here. Meet the 2016 finalists: Appalachian … streams from current food production processes to create nutritious and wholesome products. Our goal is to tackle the food waste challenge through culinary innovation and creativity. …
… L. Cline, author of The Conscious Closet, a new book that dives into the environmental impact of fashion and how the industry can become more sustainable. The first 30 attendees … Club and Yale Center for Business and the Environment About The Conscious Closet From journalist, fashionista, and clothing resale expert Elizabeth Cline, "the Michael …
… The Social Impact Lab is delighted to welcome Sir Ronald Cohen, Chairman of the Global Steering Group … impact. Mandating transparency would bring impact, alongside profit, to the center of our economic system by motivating companies, entrepreneurs and investors to bring solutions to our great social and environmental challenges – in effect reshaping capitalism to create a …
… We had a great workshop! Materials and resources from the event can be found below: You can click here to watch the webinar recording Here … http://bit.ly/T4GPeople At best, this is an unpredictable environment in which to plan your next career moves, whether it’s a big switch to pursue newly-formed life goals or a more …
… In these events, we pair an author who has gone deep into a subject with a voice from Yale who is thinking critically about the same topic area. These thoughtful … adding different perspectives and potential paths to pursue. This series was inspired by our ongoing work and relationship with Vincent Stanley , CBEY Resident Fellow and co-author … adding different perspectives and potential paths to pursue. This series was inspired by our ongoing work and relationship with Vincent Stanley , CBEY Resident Fellow and co-author …
… projects while tackling some key environmental problems. We are looking for solutions in four key areas where science tells us there is an urgent need for action 1 : Protecting and … the prize. We allow solutions at all stages of development that tackle these four areas of impact, as long as there is potential for impact and the idea is viable. 1 We looked at … 6 (Fig 22.2 pg.515) Funding opportunity The Sobotka Prizes are for student ventures from departments across Yale University. Use of the proceeds is limited to one year and may …
… The world is at a critical juncture where sustainability and resource management have become key priorities. The disruption in the supply chain has highlighted the need to find alternative sources of raw materials for manufacturing industries. As a response, innovators are … One such solution is resource recovery, which involves extracting valuable materials from waste streams. Metal recovery, in particular, has been identified as a crucial element …
… Moving the Needle, the sustainable fashion and beauty series presents to you "Journey to Sustainability" an in-person luncheon event on career and industry insights with … a Director of Sustainability? This is the event for you! Wondering what step is next in your sustainability journey? Come to hear from the best! Hear from sustainability professionals from Sephora, Tapestry (Coach, Kate …