… new collaboration, called “ConnectSun.” This project—a partnership between the Connecticut Green Bank, United Illuminating (UI), and ENCON—is designed to promote solar growth in areas … compared to traditional solar installation costs. Bryan Garcia, CEO at Connecticut Green Bank In addition, on top of any net metering payments provided for supplying energy back to the grid, homeowners can get extra money for producing clean …
… is the most valuable bank in Turkey, with total consolidated assets of US$91 billion and a market capitalization of US$8 billion, their actions have proven a potent signal: their … Change Action Plan guides Garanti’s climate strategy and action. The Plan comprises four pillars: prioritizing low carbon investments reducing deforestation establishing green office standards adapting to climate change, especially mitigation of water risks. …
… climate change. Now in its second year, this program has attracted interest from a diverse set of students across Yale’s campus. “Last year we had 23 interdisciplinary teams of … year, and hope that even more teams apply this time. We are inspired by the creativity of our community and know that there are ideas bubbling up that will have real impact, and we … planning and reproductive health. They also teach skills that prepare students to work in green-sector opportunities and take active, informed roles in public/civic life, creating …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) is announcing a very generous and transformative … its work on innovation and entrepreneurship, CBEY has established itself as a leading resource on clean energy finance. The new gift will expand this work in two ways. First, CBEY, in partnership with the Yale Center for Teaching and Learning and the CT Green Bank, will design and launch a new certificate program on “Financing and Deploying …
… and commercial buildings are currently responsible for roughly one-third of regional greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing a considerable market opportunity for low-carbon solutions. This blog post is to start a conversation … available from these programs are generally not consistent across state borders, discouraging information sharing and comparative analysis. Policymakers want metrics that …
… Industry accounts for 10 percent of total energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Connecticut. [1] Demand for heating and cooling industrial … However, due to the complexity of this sector, this analysis was not included in a recent market potential report . These results are instead summarized below, along with challenges … could be useful for Connecticut’s climate mitigation efforts. Challenges and Opportunities Our field study across the Connecticut market found a few general challenges to renewable …
… and international media coverage of these events recedes, the local effects persist—often for years. Small businesses, which account for the vast majority of enterprises in the U.S. … vulnerable when disaster strikes. Unlike large businesses, they often do not have the resources to complete effective contingency plans; nor are they eligible for relief that … help bolster local infrastructure and economies post-disaster. “Companies rely on healthy markets to sell their products and services. If they use their expertise and resources to …
… and cues they need to protect their children, and take action to cut emissions across our cities, buildings, and streets. 2. Firoz Academy by co-founders, Wazhma Sadat (Yale Law … family planning and reproductive health. They teach skills that prepare students to work in green-sector opportunities and take active, informed roles in public/civic life, creating … structure that addresses the “split incentive” barrier for solar adoption in the rental market, to enable renters to access cheap, clean energy and landlords to increase revenue …
… season , the week served as a magnifier of both the most hopeful and troubling aspects of our current societal response to climate change: immense leadership, clarity and bravery … through a set of reinforcing and interconnected pathways; thus, slowing down or reversing greenhouse gas emissions is one of the most powerful leverage points for creating a more … that Tesla has had in pushing electric vehicles into public consciousness and onto the market Thankfully, the private sector is ripe for entrepreneurs to innovate for climate …
… customers with low tax bills cannot claim tax incentives for solar projects. And fourth, many lower-income individuals are more likely to rent their homes, creating a split … Community Development Block Grants , Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) , greenbonds , revolving loan funds , and green banks can help solar companies access lower-cost …