… and have our being. While using the frameworks of business and the environment to help guide conversations, the group’s discussion topics varied significantly, all of which aimed to address future challenges, not just react to current ones. This past year, conversations covered everything from the … to delight in unstructured joy - a rarity at a place like this. Gatherings were developed not just to supplement the “real” leadership work that took place in monthly meetings, but …
… and state are leading the charge on circularity infrastructure and strategies . During a keynote address, Washington State Governor, Jay Inslee, highlighted the state’s impressive … program. Lauren Phipps (MEM ‘24) moderated sessions. We attended as student volunteers and noted several key themes at the conference: supply chain traceability, the growing focus on … could be a boon to sustainability professionals. Imagine a world where endless surveys are not needed to track down data points from suppliers, and life cycle assessments are …
… early in my YSE career as I looked for ways to find mentors and direction while also taking notes on what I would want to bring the growing fashion interest on campus. You may be … Fashion" appeals to the everyday shopper because the prices are affordable, but that’s not what keeps people coming back according to the panelists. It’s the ability to … an extension of our self-expression, an extension of us. This session paired well with another on what we can take away from fast fashion strategy. Perhaps the future of …
… contribute to the high cost of producing sustainable products, which consumers are often not willing to bear. As a founder of a sustainable fashion venture in the plant-based … are pushed higher due to the two years of R&D investment we’ve had to make, which is yet another aspect that brands are not as eager to support. Additionally, our Banofi Leather solution is a mixed material and, …
… TerraCycle is not a typical recycling company—it’s a marketing company that develops recycling solutions … noting that “In a perfect world, Loop’s sustainable packaging platform would overshadow and eventually render several...current business units, including many of our Sponsored Waste … noting that “In a perfect world, Loop’s sustainable packaging platform would overshadow and eventually render several...current business units, including many of our Sponsored Waste …
… 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 … if companies are able to positively differentiate their products from others on the market. Eventually, it will help to establish long-term contracts with retailers, as the … if companies are able to positively differentiate their products from others on the market. Eventually, it will help to establish long-term contracts with retailers, as the …
… Prize deadline, Monika Dharia (Duke ‘19) and Russell Heller (YC, ‘19) almost decided not to submit their winning application. “That afternoon, we had a phone call and we were … equivalent to the next solar panel,” said Dharia. Without much confidence, the co-founders eventually decided it would not hurt to “just send it.” Turns out, their recyclable EcoRain … orders and build up 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 …
… experience for busy parents. In turn, this will reduce the environmental impact of the notoriously dirty fashion industry. Hand Me Up's cofounders from left to right: Jatin … “For the past year, we have been struggling to scale due to a lack of funds and we have not been able to fulfill all current orders. This grant will allow us to increase … experience for busy parents. In turn, this will reduce the environmental impact of the notoriously dirty fashion industry. Hand Me Up's cofounders from left to right: Jatin …
… and consumer use account for 60% of environmental impacts associated with apparel. Not to mention, the fashion industry is also notoriously known as the second most polluting after fossil fuels. When combined with the … doesn’t engage with SDG four, concerning quality education. While I’m sure they’re not opposed, access to education doesn’t fit into their business model. Now entering the …
… GreenBiz align their sustainability strategies with the SDGs, using the global goals as a guide to set goals of their own. Companies also use the SDGs as a frame for communicating … can integrate sustainability issues into their strategies that they otherwise might not have considered, and they can more easily coordinate with governments as well as other … environmental, social and governance (ESG) concerns into overall risk management. The event was standing room only, with almost every inch of space occupied. The tremendous …