… goals, and experience through the program. Imagine developing a way to provide affordable, renewable energy for marginalized communities with nothing but a good internet search and your hands. That's … senior prom. Sena is currently a second-year student at Yale University and small-scale investments for low-income communities is where he believes he can make a difference. His …
… Climate Innovation Grant , a program that provides independent feedback and seed funding for early-stage innovative solutions addressing climate change. The proposed solutions … include a range of sectors closely linked to climate, including increasing funding for green ventures, agriculture, fashion, transportation, materials, among others. After … will continue to receive support from CBEY to bring ideas to reality. Ventures with a for-profit idea can continue their journey by participating in the Sobotka Seed Prize for …
… and passionate individuals alongside leading experts to discuss clean energy as a catalyst for transformation, technology, and a just transition. Brought to you by the Yale Clean Energy … , this year’s conference has assembled a diverse and passionate lineup of speakers for two days of panel discussions, exhibitions, and networking opportunities. The …
… due to the dearth of Montana-based USDA-inspected facilities. Despite the expense and effort of the initial processing logistics, TPP has distributed over 100,000 pounds of local burger to Montana food banks, and ranchers receive tax benefits for their donations. To achieve long-term mission viability, TPP installed a modular meat … processing facility on the Pierson ranch in 2022 – Montana’s first federally inspected, nonprofit facility. However, Pierson had limited options for supplying energy to the new …
… of social justice. “A lot of energy disparities exist in low-income communities and it forces them to have to sacrifice either 50% or more of their total income to energy. One of … on the campus by spreading awareness at sporting events on campus. A defensive line for the varsity football team at Yale and a member of the 2019 Ivy League Championship team, … into the wider New Haven community to increase awareness. Marcus credits the CBEY team for the opportunity to indulge in his passions and forge his path in the clean energy and …
… to incorporate the past into the future. Yale College student Hilary Griggs was selected for the inaugural Planetary Solutions in Clean Energy (PSiCE) cohort. Hilary’s goals through the program? – To highlight and showcase the need for energy equity within marginalized and BIPOC communities. This past summer, Hilary worked … Native American partnerships in clean and renewable energy and to create job opportunities for people living in the energy-producing sector of the United States. Hilary notes that …
… black smoke billowing from a power plant in Houston one fateful road trip was all it took for Yale rising senior Marc Gonzalez to discover he wanted a future in clean energy. That … decision, coupled with the understanding of how our current energy system does not work for many low-income and BIPOC communities, led him to pursue a degree in Environmental … to clean energy. “With CBEY, I’m working with Elevate Energy this summer. Elevate is a nonprofit group out of Chicago and they do a lot of really amazing things. I work with the …
… their inspiration, goals, and plans through the program. Policy is the name of the game for Pratima Garg . A first-year candidate pursuing Public Policy with a focus on clean … the PSiCE program is clear: How can policy be leveraged to create and support solutions for clean energy? Prior to joining Yale, Pratima worked with a Member of Parliament and … the world, energy access is critical. Access to energy is improving and hence the demand for energy will only increase. Still annual per capita consumption stands at about 1.2 kWh …
… facilitate a just transition to clean energy, this will have to change. At the Yale Center for Business and the Environment, a team of researchers led by Dr. Kenneth Gillingham has … level, we see that most solar and EV adoption occurs around the major population hubs: Hartford, New Haven, Bridgeport, and Fairfield County in the southwest part of the state. Adjusting for population, we see per capita EV adoption is highest in Fairfield County, whereas solar …
… certified” standard, similar to a LEED certification, to prevent waste through incentives for stakeholders to repurpose, dispose of and reduce waste. Deep Energy Retrofit Amelie … Did you know that building operations – lighting, cooling, and heating – account for about 28% of greenhouse gas emissions? Beyond traditional retrofits, deep energy … School of the Environment) Ritika Jain (Yale School of Management) Composting is not just for the eco-friendly homeowner. Composting is a critical element of a sustainable food …