… TerraCycle is not a typical recycling company—it’s a marketing company that develops recycling solutions and serves as a model for circularity, demonstrating a … Honest Tea. According to Alex Payne of the TerraCycle media team, Szaky realized he could make a bigger impact in the world by using product and packaging waste deemed to have no … include Sponsored Waste programs, which are services free to consumers that are funded by companies and retailers where individuals, schools, or churches collect and recycle …
… excess of $105 billion in funding . But what exactly are SPACs? In brief, SPACs are shell companies (i.e. not commercially operational) that investors use to raise capital via an Initial Public Offering (“ IPO ”), in order to … investment opportunities across four industries – namely battery storage, sustainableagriculture, carbon capture, and hydrogen. Their goal was to analyze the economic and …
… ‘19) and Russell Heller (YC, ‘19) almost decided not to submit their winning application. “That afternoon, we had a phone call and we were not going to turn it in because we had seen … Note: After bringing packaging production and logistics to the US, GreenGear next hopes to make poncho manufacturing domestic, but has struggled to find American companies with the necessary capabilities. Dharia and Heller are actively seeking partners …
… emissions by making rain ponchos from a sugar-based bioplastic. Recent reports estimate that the use of plastic is responsible for approximately 8% of the world’s oil consumption … ideas that were presented. We hope to see this growth and interest in environmental entrepreneurship continue, and we look forward to continuing to work with these teams during their time at Yale.” Hand Me Up and GreenGear are eligible to enter Yale’s Sabin Sustainable Venture Prize for a chance to win a further $25,000 this spring. 2380 …
… known as the second most polluting after fossil fuels. When combined with the fact that clothing supply chains are one of the most globally integrated—about three-quarters of … responsible resource management. Some breakout discussions around this topic stressed thatcompanies should communicate SDG commitment in ways that align with their brand voice and … their supply chain for better development outcomes. Brands can now empower consumers to make purchasing decisions that also advance the global goals. T - Trace the tradeoffs of …
… This past February, professionals from the world’s most influential companies gathered in Phoenix to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in … and it was a fascinating look into the world of sustainability professionals—a world that we may soon join. This year, we have heard from many such professionals through the … largest asset manager, recently sent a letter to CEOs saying that over time, any firm must make a positive contribution to society in order to succeed, and he suggested thatcompanies …
… growth in the market for renewable thermal technologies (RTTs). The focus includes metrics that would stimulate capital markets and new financing products to fuel the RTT market, … want metrics to measure opportunity and impact. The efficiency arms of utility companies, Green Banks, and State Energy Offices are mandated to promote energy efficiency … across state borders, discouraging information sharing and comparative analysis. Policymakers want metrics that measure progress. Policymakers are responsible for the design and …
… About 8 million tons of plastic waste enters our oceans every year. That’s roughly 500 pounds per second. The result is predictable: plastics are in everything. … of seabirds ; they are in table salt , and also in most tap water samples across the world. More than 80 percent of these marine plastics come from land-based sources. As a result, … of microplastics can also be used to benefit the environment: removing microplastics that have sopped up toxics will remove these other chemicals.) One can safely assume that …
… the Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) and is part of a larger coalition that includes the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, Eversource … of RTT deployment than what currently is found competitive. The second part of the study, more behavioral in nature, revealed existing barriers and drivers that influence whether or … of Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). “Developing a sustainable market for renewable thermal technologies will help us reach Connecticut’s …
… and were finalists for the Sabin Prize. As they explored the fashion industry, they saw that textile is one of the world’s “dirtiest” industries and embarked to change it. … and Jonas. As a famous entrepreneur told them when they started “the only way you lose in entrepreneurship is if you quit.” Lastly, the founders of Tuckerman advise, “it takes a … and strangers. The amount of help you'll receive will surprise you.” Follow our website for more Sobotka Seed Stage Venture Grant Success Stories. Environmental Innovation Sustainable …