… CBEY supports students in building sustainable businesses that are solving some of our planet’s biggest problems. A huge part of this has been via the Sobotka Seed Prize for … This year, the Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures focused on solutions in four key areas of urgent action: Protecting and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity Food, … chemicals. Yesenia Gallarado Avila (MEM ’15) is a Principal at Potencia Ventures, an impact investment firm focused on business models that work to improve the lives of lower …
… one I reckon with every day. For me, a sustainable fashion industry is one that tracks the sources of materials and the labor that goes into making our garments. The fashion industry currently is the 2nd leading industry consuming water to … and how easy it is; because that’s what fashion is at its core, an extension of our self-expression, an extension of us. This session paired well with another on what we …
… decided it would not hurt to “just send it.” Turns out, their recyclable EcoRain Poncho, sourced from 100% Brazilian sugarcane and made through a process that also sequesters carbon, took the $25,000 prize. The Impact According to the United Nations Environment Programme , people around the world … their inventory. Thousands of ponchos are being produced for sporting events, university tour groups and music events. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the two even started a “Ponchos …
… as part of Startup Yale , was extended this year due to COVID. This year, each of the four finalists received a $2,500 grant to continue working their venture over the summer with … event this fall. Judges recently convened to catch up on the progress of each of the four finalists and to select the prize recipient. Following the final presentations, CBEY Executive Director Stuart DeCew remarked, “Each of the four finalists made remarkable progress this summer. They all demonstrated the creativity and …
… financial management, and policy decisions of governments in the LATAM region impacted their credit worthiness. Kevin also worked in the public infrastructure division of … financial management, and policy decisions of governments in the LATAM region impacted their credit worthiness. Kevin also worked in the public infrastructure division of … financial management, and policy decisions of governments in the LATAM region impacted their credit worthiness. Kevin also worked in the public infrastructure division of …
… Cambodia. Allyson graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a B.S. in Resource & Conservation Studies, and a B.A. in Political Science. She enjoys backpacking and … Cambodia. Allyson graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a B.S. in Resource & Conservation Studies, and a B.A. in Political Science. She enjoys backpacking and … Cambodia. Allyson graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a B.S. in Resource & Conservation Studies, and a B.A. in Political Science. She enjoys backpacking and …
… where he developed an ESG scoring matrix to inform the asset allocation of the firm’s first impact fund. Ajay ultimately wants to work in Europe to foster a globally integrated … where he developed an ESG scoring matrix to inform the asset allocation of the firm’s first impact fund. Ajay ultimately wants to work in Europe to foster a globally integrated … where he developed an ESG scoring matrix to inform the asset allocation of the firm’s first impact fund. Ajay ultimately wants to work in Europe to foster a globally integrated …
… change. I believe it is now time for companies to take responsibility and have a positive impact on the planet. Innovation, teamwork, and sobriety will be the key to a sustainable … change. I believe it is now time for companies to take responsibility and have a positive impact on the planet. Innovation, teamwork, and sobriety will be the key to a sustainable … change. I believe it is now time for companies to take responsibility and have a positive impact on the planet. Innovation, teamwork, and sobriety will be the key to a sustainable …
… Affairs from Georgetown University, where she graduated as a United Nations Academic Impact Millennium Fellow. From there, she became an associate at Coho Climate Advisors, … Affairs from Georgetown University, where she graduated as a United Nations Academic Impact Millennium Fellow. From there, she became an associate at Coho Climate Advisors, … Affairs from Georgetown University, where she graduated as a United Nations Academic Impact Millennium Fellow. From there, she became an associate at Coho Climate Advisors, …
… equity investor focused upon renewable energy, infrastructure and socially responsible impact investing, and the Director of the Climate Pledge Fund at Amazon. He is a founder and instructor at Pivotal 180, where he develops content for courses and provides advisory services and transaction support to clients globally. He also … in Law at the Yale Law School and a Lecturer at the Yale School of the Environment. His courses on Renewable Energy Project Finance are offered both on campus and online as part of …