… Sign up for office hours with David Hertz, architect, inventor, educator, and founder of SkySource. SkySource builds products that help communities plan for and respond to global climate change by …
… CFN is pleased to announce our 13 th annual Conservation Finance Boot Camp will be held June 24-28 th , 2019, at … State University in Portland, OR. The Boot Camp is a week-long, intensive training course to help mid-career professionals utilize innovative and effective financing strategies for land and resource conservation, restoration, and stewardship. The application for the 2019 Boot Camp …
… Eager to play a part in addressing climate change but don't know where to start? Broaden your understanding of climate entrepreneurship and innovation through the 5-week 'Climate Innovation Intensive.' Our second iteration of the intensive will bring together startups, investors, and other … solutions. The intensive will run every Monday and Thursday over five weeks, with a 4-hour commitment per week. The intensive aims to provide students with structured frameworks …
… innovation. The goal is to kickstart discussion among small groups of interested community members about specific and often niche topics. This unique gathering that marries … isn't just another lunch meeting; it's an opportunity to meet like-minded peers who share your passion for a sustainable future. These are one hour meetings and lunch is provided! Environmental Innovation Green Innovation - Lunch Deep …
… to funding applications, the numbers have to add up. For teams applying for one of Yale’s four $25k prizes or for other funding sources, join us for a workshop on whipping your budget and financial model into shape. Once you register, we’ll send guidelines for …
… The world is at a critical juncture where sustainability and resource management have become key priorities. The disruption in the supply chain has highlighted the need to find alternative sources of raw materials for manufacturing industries. As a response, innovators are exploring unconventional sources of raw materials to meet the growing demand for sustainable manufacturing practices. …
… CFN is pleased to announce our 2018 Conservation Finance Boot Camp will be held June 18-22 nd at Colorado State University’s Warner College of Natural Resources in partnership with the Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources at the University of Wyoming. Applications for the 2018 Boot Camp are now …
… Watch the full recording here! Urban trees and forests are often overlooked in our fight against climate change and yet they cumulatively represent a significant carbon sink. More than that, they provide a wide array of co-benefits to our urban communities that are far more tangible than the benefits provided by far-off wilderness areas. However, the numbers show that our urban tree canopy is under siege in the U.S., and new financing mechanisms are urgently …
… model and promotes the elimination of waste through the continual use of natural resources. This holistic framework allows companies to evaluate the environmental impact of their products from natural resource extraction to end-of-life product disposal. Adopting this framework can help companies … elevate their existing sustainability commitments by focusing on optimizing natural resource use and minimizing waste. This framework is particularly salient for industries with …
… In today’s environment, that question is much harder to answer, and understanding your options is crucial. This workshop will be led by Eric Fischer from Withers Bergman LLP … options? Relevant case studies will be discussed to show the different choices How does your choice affect your potential funding sources? What documents do you need to understand to register your …