… the most environmentally damaging industries globally, accounting for around 10% of global carbon emissions and 20% of global wastewater . Producing a single cotton t-shirt can … and the workers involved in the industry - many face poor working conditions and low wages. Given these facts, it is needless to say that we must start looking at … much cheaper than natural materials, which can make it difficult for brands to justify investing in sustainable alternatives. Overall synthetic dyes are widespread, easy to use …
… and Applied Sciences) created BlueGreen Materials, a company seeking to manufacture carbon-negative building materials from the ocean that are stronger, more durable, and … for marine infrastructure applications. BlueGreen Materials slashes the embodied carbon and repair costs for seaports, offshore wind, and shoreline protection by … is the Founder and Managing Partner of Echo River Capital, working on climate adaptation by investing in impactful water-related technologies that improve human health, the environment …
… energy to the new processing facility. The local utility company, NorthWestern Energy, allowed Pierson to interconnect to its natural gas system but not its electrical distribution … energy to the new processing facility. The local utility company, NorthWestern Energy, allowed Pierson to interconnect to its natural gas system but not its electrical distribution … energy to the new processing facility. The local utility company, NorthWestern Energy, allowed Pierson to interconnect to its natural gas system but not its electrical distribution …
… and transformative innovation. In Prof. Anastas’ words, “What we have done very well is investing in products that have revolutionized our lives. What we haven’t done very well is … up. One way to provide that support - harnessing the power of business. For example, in the carbon removal space, companies like Stripe and Shopify are investing in new startups to … but as companies with seemingly little connection to carbon removal, it was an interesting case of large businesses supporting emerging ones. As a company that makes vehicles and …
… encouraged to remove the cover and fill it with Target bags. Over 47,000 readers did so, allowing TerraCycle to create the world’s first reusable tote made from plastic bags. … instead of cradle-to-grave. For small businesses, TerraCycle offers Zero Waste Boxes—low-cost, recycling platforms for hundreds of hard-to-recycle waste streams from coffee … Payne is hesitant to draw an equivalency between TerraCycle’s waste programs and carbon savings, but he does note that TerraCycle provides regular reporting to partners on …
… resources, carefully curated by Yale-connected experts. The site is launching with the following seven buzzwords, with a common theme of sustainability: Blockchain ( curated by Dr. Martin Wainstein , Resident Fellow at CBEY) Carbon Removal ( curated by Dr. Anastasia O’Rourke , Managing Director of Yale’s Carbon …
… in an article where she talked about using the Park Rx America platform —a system that allows medical providers to prescribe outdoor activities to patients— after hearing about it on a podcast. She’s seen the benefits of these prescriptions at work in her practice. Fellow working group member, pediatrician, and Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at … there is a level of importance placed on filling it—patients are more likely to follow through,” says Sude. “This has become even more critical given the pandemic, when many …
… by well-compensated farmers and workers. Yet even “bad” food is expensive to produce. Both low prices and profits result from government subsidies, tax breaks, a failed regulatory … offer “good” food as the public dining model for the future, a not-for-profit that will showcase the value of an eatery that ticks all the boxes for ethical food, providing everyone … How to Apply We are looking to build a team of 2-3 students. To apply for this independent study, please send your resume and a statement of interest no longer than half a page to …
… problems generated by students during their time at Yale.” Moving to virtual events has allowed for a unique reallocation of resources, so CBEY chose to award two $5000 … foods, long overdue efforts to center environmental justice, and the urgency of reducing carbon in agriculture and other sectors,” Soltoff says. About the recipients: Upright … and determine appropriate payouts for carbon credits. AgriCORE’s portable device allows farmers and land managers to analyze soil carbon content without having wait and pay …
… up for a while among graduate students at Yale. Enter Tagan Engel, the newest Resident Fellow at the Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY). Engel has over 25 years of … with Tsai CITY, the Yale Landscape Lab, and the New Haven-based Collab. As a Resident Fellow at CBEY, Engel is launching the new discussion group Power & Race in Community, … businesses, organizations, and communities. “I am excited for the opportunity this fellowship provides to create a platform for community experts from New Haven and beyond, to …