… doing those practices, which could be considered as non-additional, benefits the cause,” noted Lise de Maere (SOM ‘24). “Those farmers are the most trustworthy spokespeople within their community. It highlighted that achieving real change does not always follow theory.” Charting the Path ofSustainability Professionals The conference … opportunity for internal education and upskilling from a human capital perspective,” she noted. In a sense, the conference bridged the gap between their academic learning and the …
… 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 …
… ‘with a buddy’ so you can compare answers and responses to the tools as you go. An official Certification of Completion is available for a small fee after the completion of all the course material, but is not required. Connected Leadership is an integrated model for understanding and seeing … and through to the system we operate in and want to improve. It breaks down traditional notions of leadership rooted in hierarchy, and replaces them with a framework that is rooted …
… 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 …
… how corporate efforts to adopt more responsible supply chains can work, as well as how certification systems can have real impact in sustainable production. It all started between … of action plans. By supporting and evaluating shifts in Tassal’s operations, WWF helped guide the company through the various stages of ASC certification. Tassal thus, in November … work, credibility, and stakeholder’s engagement – present great potential and can benefit not just a single business, but entire supply chains and sectors, shifting them on to a …
… company culture ( Patagonia ). Companies that have proven this model successful include Seventh Generation , Whole Foods , and Tesla Motors . Certain service industries also … business strategy. Companies can generate complementary products and subsidiaries that not only address environmental challenges but also create an additional revenue stream. … company culture ( Patagonia ). Companies that have proven this model successful include Seventh Generation , Whole Foods , and Tesla Motors . Certain service industries also …
… University in Austin, TX as a part of the Environmental Defense Fund’s Climate Corps Fellowship. He was also selected as a recipient of the 2016 Switzer Environmental … Prior to Yale, he worked with Patagonia, coordinating grant-giving, product donations, and events in the San Francisco Bay Area, as well 1% for the Planet, developing the … Prior to Yale, he worked with Patagonia, coordinating grant-giving, product donations, and events in the San Francisco Bay Area, as well 1% for the Planet, developing the …
… Yvon Chouinard is a noted alpinist and the founder and co-owner of Patagonia, Inc. He's also the co-founder, … Yvon Chouinard … Business Leaders Yvon Chouinard Founder at Patagonia Yvon Chouinard is a noted alpinist and the founder and co-owner of Patagonia, Inc. He's also the co-founder, … of Focus Circularity Corporate Sustainability Equity and Justice … Yvon Chouinard is a noted alpinist and the founder and co-owner of Patagonia, Inc. He's also the co-founder, …
… Committee initiatives, and leading the development of the SPC’s newly launched Engage event. She also works to develop and deliver content on a range of topics for the Essentials … Committee initiatives, and leading the development of the SPC’s newly launched Engage event. She also works to develop and deliver content on a range of topics for the Essentials … Committee initiatives, and leading the development of the SPC’s newly launched Engage event. She also works to develop and deliver content on a range of topics for the Essentials …