… methods that can be incorporated into private investment in the tropics (agricultural commodities, mining, timber extraction, etc.) that can ensure permanent conservation value? … online webcasts. Each presentation will be recorded and made available to the global community through Yale University's iTunesU channel . More details about the speakers … interested, please subscribe to the Nature’s Returns newsletter for information about upcoming events. Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Entrepreneurship and …
… toward more organic and locally grown food sources (though the vast majority of the food comes from sources other than the Yale Farm). Within a few years the founding group had expanded beyond the dining hall menu issue and had become the Yale Sustainable Food Project. They obtained financial and operational support from … sold in a farmer's market or donated to local food banks. The farm's staff of four manages community work days and organizes educational programs, including lectures by well-known …
… includes major brands such as Beyond Meat & Miyoko’s Kitchen, as well as technology companies like Lighter. In this talk, Jay will provide an overview of New Crop Capital and … at a quantitative hedge fund in Connecticut. He is excited by the potential of innovative companies to transform global agriculture and wants to be a part of that transformation. … includes major brands such as Beyond Meat & Miyoko’s Kitchen, as well as technology companies like Lighter. In this talk, Jay will provide an overview of New Crop Capital and …
… region of the United States has long been known for coal production, but it is now becoming a hotspot for environmental innovation. This is not just an environmental imperative … action and develop projects that not only benefit our environment, but also invest in communities getting left behind. Opening Remarks: Former Governor Phil Bredesen … region of the United States has long been known for coal production, but it is now becoming a hotspot for environmental innovation. This is not just an environmental imperative …
… Local Business, Voluntary Surcharges, and Conservation Outcomes The 2013-2014 edition of 'Nature's Returns: Investing in Ecosystem Services' has … following focal areas: Investments in Green Infrastructure, Innovative Financial Tools, and Community Economic Development. Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Innovative … 2013, 8:00 AM EDT — 9:00 AM EDT Local Business, Voluntary Surcharges, and Conservation Outcomes The 2013-2014 edition of 'Nature's Returns: Investing in Ecosystem Services' has …
… Challenge Initiative, regional models for leveraging large-scale public and private sector commitment towards common goals. Kostka and Batista will highlight the enabling factors that support the … Challenge Initiative, regional models for leveraging large-scale public and private sector commitment towards common goals. Kostka and Batista will highlight the enabling factors that …
… for the 2014-2015 season of "Nature’s Returns: Investing in Ecosystem Services". In this upcoming webinar, Kai Chan, Canada Research Chair (tier 2) and associate professor at the … of supporting ecosystem services to catalyze sustainability, as well as the requisite components of payments for ecosystem services to be effective at creating environmental … for the 2014-2015 season of "Nature’s Returns: Investing in Ecosystem Services". In this upcoming webinar, Kai Chan, Canada Research Chair (tier 2) and associate professor at the …
… of sustainability and build skills for action. YESS aspires to catalyze the Yale alumni community to take a fresh look at global “unsustainability” and cultivate solutions that connect people and priorities. Complete event information can be found at the official YESS website. Alumni Event Thriving … of sustainability and build skills for action. YESS aspires to catalyze the Yale alumni community to take a fresh look at global “unsustainability” and cultivate solutions that …
… Solutions Accelerator. This event will bring together a diverse and forward thinking community of students, professors, alumni, industry leaders, NGOs, etc. in a one-day event … through three special tracks: Food Access, Food Waste, and Diets. In the afternoon, we welcome the public to attend the presentations and hear the innovative ideas developed by … Solutions Accelerator. This event will bring together a diverse and forward thinking community of students, professors, alumni, industry leaders, NGOs, etc. in a one-day event …
… Clean Heating & Cooling (CH&C) Calculator for several years. This calculator provides a common, regional platform to estimate the cost savings and greenhouse gas emissions … of the work improves the previous framework and develops an installer version with more complex and detailed questions. In this webinar, Project Director Val Stori will walk … Clean Heating & Cooling (CH&C) Calculator for several years. This calculator provides a common, regional platform to estimate the cost savings and greenhouse gas emissions …