… quality than traditional (non-green) alternatives. In short, this effect appears to result from consumers’ reliance upon a “zero-sum” heuristic, whereby they assume that companies have a fixed amount of manufacturing resources. Thus, resources devoted to “making the product green” come at the expense of making the product …
… he supports a team of sustainability experts who lead the organization’s stewardship and impact strategy. They engage across the co-op’s lines of business—overseeing labor rights in … on key social and environmental challenges, and everything in between. During this hour-long webinar, Matt will discuss his career journey, his current role, and how his time at Yale prepared him for this work. There will be …
… Interested in the impact of the technology sector, and in learning more about what leading companies in the … into their businesses? Sustainability careers in the tech sector can take many forms, from managing sustainable supply chains and data centers, to helping design electronics disassembly robots. Come hear from four FES alumni working at the intersection of technology and environmental sustainability on …
… with people working in fashion...including materials, policy, entrepreneurship, and beyond. Our goals are to: Inform - host events and create resources that inform students about the … work. We are excited to continue building this program and would love ideas on where to go from here! Speaker Series Sustainable Fashion + Policy Watch this video from … currently happening and what's needed from policy to help stem and reverse the negative impacts of fashion on people and planet. Resources resource text As we listen and learn, we …
… Environment, will moderate a panel of current joint degree students as they explore their journeys to and through the joint degree program and then take questions from the audience. Topics will include: Why did you apply to the joint degree program? Why pursue a joint degree? How has your time at Yale has shaped your professional and personal goals? What are the strengths of …
… Environment, will moderate a panel of current joint degree students as they explore their journeys to and through the joint degree program and then take questions from the audience. Topics will include: Why did you apply to the joint degree program? Why pursue a joint degree? How has your time at Yale has shaped your professional and personal goals? What are the strengths of …
… protein producer. The competition provides participants with constructive feedback from experienced professionals, mentorship from relevant experts, and chances to meet … leaders, investors, and practitioners to reimagine the future. Grounded in inclusivity and impact, Startup Yale is a crossroads for a new kind of innovation ecosystem. Startup Yale … Yale HERE As part of Startup Yale , the Sustainable Venture Prize will be held on 5th. Four teams will pitch their businesses that advance sustainability... one will walk away with …
… What is the fate of plastics once we place them in our recycling bins? Plastic China (2014, 26 min.) follows the plastics recycling chain … the world's largest importer and processor of plastic waste, much of which comes from the United States, Australia, Western Europe, South Korea and Japan. This film documents the water, air, and human health impacts of the plastics recycling process, and raises the question: How toxic is …
… and the Environment Club, and the Center for Business and the Environment on Oct. 29 from 12-1 pm for an intimate and informal lunchtime gathering to discuss key environmental … in the forest sustainability sector. Please RSVP to Ruth Metzel for the lunch topic of your choice as space is very limited. How do you influence and how are you influenced by your supply chain? A conversation with: Michael Chung, Senior Manager of Product …
… Lori Duvall , Global Director of Green, eBay Matt Stinchcomb , Vice President, Values & Impact, Etsy Moderated by Marian Chertow , Associate Professor of Industrial Environmental … collaborative consumption. While these trends have the potential to dramatically reduce resource use, they also bring additional sustainability challenges. As the industry continues … consumption? Join us and hear the perspectives of two top-tier sustainability executives from companies well positioned to lead this transformation. This event is part of a two-part …