… Natural disasters have filled the news in recent months, occurring so frequently that they seem to … 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 … potential in the private sector. The authors also provide guidance to help companiesstep into this role. Specifically: Explore ways to ensure that you will continue to provide your …
… At this hackathon-style event, students worked in interdisciplinary teams to dig deep into a food-related challenge each local organization is currently facing: activating New … led by fellow students from Yale GreenLight . A student team works on their pitch in the courtyard at Evans Hall As they worked on solutions, teams were able to meet with mentors at … Sustainability . 2380 Equity and Justice Environmental Innovation Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Food and community: reflections from the Environmental Solutions …
… Recognizing the critical role that private capital flows will play in moving society toward a more sustainable future, Yale University has launched … (YISF). This new academic effort will provide high-quality research on the flow of capital intosustainability-oriented projects and sustainable companies. As the private sector … will be co-led by Todd Cort, a faculty member with joint appointments at SOM and F&ES. “Our aim is to move swiftly toward meaningful conclusions that are relevant and timely for …
… Residential solar power in the U.S. has grown rapidly in the last decade, from around 23,000 … 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 … This research aims to identify more effective outreach strategies and provide insight into the best ways to help lower-income households participate in the solar revolution. That …
… Clean energy technologies often face several barriers to adoption, both from market conditions and consumer … thermal technologies (RTTs) used for heating and cooling, such as air- and ground-source heat pumps (ASHP and GSHP, respectively) and solar hot water (SHW) systems are no … expand. However, since RTTs are a relatively recent addition to the energy transition toolbox, installers and program administrators have not yet collected sufficient data to …
… Headquartered in Mumbai, the Mahindra Group is a $17.8 billion federation of companies with a presence in over 100 countries and … operations; and Anirban Ghosh, chief sustainability officer. A Sustainability Journey At an investor meeting in 2008, the issue of triple bottom line was raised, prompting … in the company’s operations and vision, as reflected in its “Rise” mission slogan. “Our approach to business is not just about market share and the bottom line, but a purpose …
… As you drive around these days, you may notice a growing number of homes installing solar … years ahead of schedule. [2] But why? Why do people decide to install solar? Over the last four years, Yale’sSolar Energy Evolution and Diffusion Studies (SEEDS)* team has interviewed … or channel affect how the message is received? Does lack of information continuity feed into this problem? If installation costs and lack of energy savings are the primary reasons …
… is used for heating and cooling purposes. As a result, heating and cooling is both a major source of greenhouse gas emissions and, through the installation of renewable technologies … the Renewable Thermal Alliance. “By organizing a multi-state effort we hope to not just tap into this market potential, but amplify it by addressing shared challenges of an immature … private capital, securitization, and the potential for issuing Green Bonds is essential for bringing deployment to scale. John B. Rhodes, President and CEO, NYSERDA said, “Renewable …
… a day of showcase and celebration asStartup Yale unfolded at Yale School of Management. Bringing together top teams from across the university with new venture ideas addressing … the culmination of a growing trend of women engaging in entrepreneurship at Yale—all four winning teams behind the $25,000 entrepreneurship prizes announced at the event are led … Chen and Christina Leos, MyHealth Ed has developed a mobile app called Real Talk that usesstories from teens to engage middle schoolers on sexual health topics. Miller Prize: Arix …
… is for individuals to break through and produce results for oneself, one’s organization, or oursociety as a whole. In Breaking Through Gridlock: The Power of Conversation in a … damage among families and colleagues. But they learned how to turn these situations around into important successes. The methodology shared in Breaking Through Gridlock is based on … a master’s in leadership and sustainability from Yale and a master’s in ecological systemsengineering and a bachelor’s in physics from Purdue. Equity and Justice Breaking through …