… open pavilions throughout the conference Each country had its own pavilion where daily events were organized around specific topics. Then there were the side events which were typically organized by businesses and nonprofits/NGOs. With at least 40-50 …
… select the recipients. Abhilasha Purwar , (MEM ‘17), Founder and CEO at Blue Sky Analytics Victoria Grieves , (MEM ‘18, MBA ‘18), VP of Analytics at The Climate Service (TCS) Karena Mahung , (MEM ‘16), Senior Consultant at Indufor … select the recipients. Abhilasha Purwar , (MEM ‘17), Founder and CEO at Blue Sky Analytics Victoria Grieves , (MEM ‘18, MBA ‘18), VP of Analytics at The Climate Service (TCS) …
… interested parties, such as residents, clinicians, land managers, policymakers and academics. “We’re trying to bring together people from various backgrounds and experiences to … the science behind nature's positive effects on the brain. You can learn more about the event happening on March 18th and register here . The working group has launched a site for … the science behind nature's positive effects on the brain. You can learn more about the event happening on March 18th and register here . The working group has launched a site for …
… and into workers’ rights, food procurement, sustainability in practice, and power dynamics in kitchens. Over the course of her career in food, she also developed an interest in … and into workers’ rights, food procurement, sustainability in practice, and power dynamics in kitchens. Over the course of her career in food, she also developed an interest in … . Related Programs Shifting Power & Resources: Equity and Justice Work in Practice Related Events The Black Farmer Fund: Building a Resilient Food System Through Community Investment …
… and Policy and Ron Smith, Damon Wells Professor at Yale University Geology & Geophysics and Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies, kicked-off the program with … and Policy and Ron Smith, Damon Wells Professor at Yale University Geology & Geophysics and Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies, kicked-off the program with … and Policy and Ron Smith, Damon Wells Professor at Yale University Geology & Geophysics and Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies, kicked-off the program with …
… are prepared for more - and more granular - data will be able to convert advanced analytics into more reliable and flexible grid operations, as well as more personalized customer … are prepared for more - and more granular - data will be able to convert advanced analytics into more reliable and flexible grid operations, as well as more personalized customer … are prepared for more - and more granular - data will be able to convert advanced analytics into more reliable and flexible grid operations, as well as more personalized customer …
… year, attendees will have the opportunity to explore a broader range of environmental topics. According to its vision statement, “SOCAP started with a small group of investors … economy [that can] address the world’s toughest challenges.” The upcoming annual flagship event in San Francisco on Oct. 9-15 (SOCAP15) is considered the largest conference for impact investors and social entrepreneurs in the world. The event has drawn over 10,000 people since its inception. That’s a lot of influence to …
… normally burn up. USFS spending on fire suppression leads to less money for wildfire prevention, creating a vicious cycle that Blue Forest Conservation is aiming to disrupt. This … forests to a natural state so that they are less susceptible to these fires. It’s a preventative approach. The bond then uses pay for success contracts that enable the multiple … normally burn up. USFS spending on fire suppression leads to less money for wildfire prevention, creating a vicious cycle that Blue Forest Conservation is aiming to disrupt. This …
… to address the problem. Here we discuss critical further steps needed to solve the plastics problem. The previous post outlined efforts undertaken by NGOs, private companies, and … in and providing services to the waste management sector. Beyond waste management, waste prevention is also a potential gold mine. The problem of plastics in the ocean represents a … in and providing services to the waste management sector. Beyond waste management, waste prevention is also a potential gold mine. The problem of plastics in the ocean represents a …
… these alone are far from enough to solve the problem: less than 6 percent of marine plastics occur as litter on the beach. … In addition, many companies have committed to increasing the use of recycled plastics in their packaging, thereby reducing demand for virgin plastic. These efforts have often … regulations Governments around the world are generally tightening regulations on plastics. European Union : On October 24, 2018, EU Parliament voted to ban single-use plastic …