… This report seeks to address the question of how an organization should design and implement an internal carbon charge. Internal carbon … climate change. Carbon pricing works to shift the cost of carbon from increased healthcare costs and exacerbated environmental damage to payment at the source of pollution. By … To provide guidance on designing internal carbon-charge programs, we provide two core contributions: a policy framework of key decisions lessons learned from an …
… This report examines how coastal cities in the region are engaging with offshore wind companies to promote local economic development and jobs in … And, ultimately, where might these communities be in 20 years, as offshore wind development opens new economic doors and its ripple effects expand? This report addresses these …
… This report focuses on the need for capital in the water sector and how foundations can address water issues through program-related investments (PRIs). 2269 … issues through program-related investments (PRIs). Download the Report File Download file Areas of Focus Sustainable Finance and ESG Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Related Programs Corporate Water Risk and Strategy Workshop Series … Susannah Harris … Allison Khoe …
… in Minnesota, the first state to adopt a voluntary pollinator-friendly solar standard. However, research has yet to produce a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis that assesses … turfgrass. However, we hypothesize that information and behavioral failures are currently preventing developers from adopting the practice. Thus, there may be a role for policy to spur … and a greater reduction in soil erosion than either conventional solar or farming — two additional ecosystem benefits. Lastly, pollinator-friendly solar contributes another …
… and Nature Based Solutions Sustainable Finance and ESG Equity and Justice Bridging the Gap: How Philanthropy Can Unlock Impact Investing … Bridging the Gap: How Philanthropy Can Unlock … needed to address the world’s pressing problems. According to the Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) total global impact investing assets in 2018 grew more than 50% from 2017. Yet, … Furthermore, there is evidence to suggest that assets committed for impact investment are largely sitting on the sidelines. For example, NatureVest’s 2016 report—“The State of …
… land footprint — one that is only expected to grow as solar and renewables meet a larger share of U.S. energy needs. Given the climate imperative to transition to a zero-carbon energy … net benefits to surrounding ecosystems and communities. A growing body of research is exploring co-location opportunities on solar sites — from planting pollinator habitat to … by the traditional market forces that drive solar project development. Without guidance on how to fully account for the value of ecosystem service generation, uptake of …
… the success of these models often depends on the development of advanced technologies in areas such as renewable resources, energy efficiency and storage, and carbon removal. This … equity tend to support commercialization and deployment. The messy middle, in-between these two periods—which typically includes demonstration and pre-commercialization—is often called … capital requirements, long development timelines, and other factors that are off-putting to market-rate risk investors. More risk-tolerant, patient investors—such as philanthropists, …
… this so-called chicken-and-egg dilemma and provides recommendations for growing the EV market and increasing investment in EV charging stations. We compare EV markets across states with a focus on New York, which falls in the middle of the 50 … vehicle purchases and allow the private sector to provide charging. At the same time, there are important roles that governments can play in facilitating the development of a more …
… adoption that could help move mining in Madre de Dios toward less destructive practices. However, there are many challenges to this model. 2585 2592 Sustainable Finance and ESG Circularity Gold to … adoption that could help move mining in Madre de Dios toward less destructive practices. However, there are many challenges to this model. Download the Report File Download file …
… of the “Feasibility of renewable thermal technologies in Connecticut” research project is twofold: to assess a realistic contribution from RTTs in achieving Connecticut’s transition … for effective policies and strategies to advance RTTs in Connecticut. In addition to this market potential study, the project included a field study on RTT market barriers and … a field study on RTT market barriers and drivers. Download the Report File Download file Areas of Focus Clean Energy Sustainable Finance and ESG Related Programs Renewable Thermal …