… How might one go about preparing students for the immediate and future realities of climate change? At an institution like this, it … dynamic discoveries and host coveted conversations. This past year at Yale’s Center for Business and Environment (CBEY), we flipped conventional wisdom on its head and turned … students across Yale’s campus. These meetings encouraged students to imagine and prepare for the resilient societies and responsible economies required of us to maintain a healthy, …
… Going from idea to execution takes a lot of motivation. I struggled with this for Banofi Leather (my start-up that makes plant-based leather from banana crop waste). … What do you talk to people about Identifying the problem that needs to be solved : This typically would involve speaking to potential customers for your startup. Identifying reasons … it can lead to more confusion and inertia. Birch Benders , a company that is known forrevolutionizing the pancake mix category, provides a real-world example of why this is …
… I first had the idea for a plant-based leather start-up over 2 years ago but I didn’t have the confidence to … the list goes on. There is no better space for interdisciplinary collaboration. Yale specifically has an interesting class called the Founder’s Practicum, a way to formally work on your venture, receive mentorship, …
… The Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) is delighted to announce the winners of the 2022 Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures. CBEY supports students in building sustainable businesses that are … of our planet’s biggest problems. A huge part of this has been via the Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures. Since 2011, David Sobotka and his family have supported …
… effects of climate change on indigenous people are unmistakable, was extremely formative in his passion for a just clean energy transition. Raysieo saw for himself how … experiences have compelled me to advocate for an equitable clean energy transition. Specifically, I firmly believe that disadvantaged communities must be prioritized in the pursuit of … gas emissions, low- and middle-income communities (LMI) often face barriers that prevent them from enjoying the advantages of clean energy such as reduced energy bills, …
… Clean energy combines two of Maryanne Wu’s favorite interests: physics and history. “Specifically, innovative engineering drives green progress while collaborating communities make its … winds down certain energy sectors, such as coal and oil, and creates opportunities for others, including solar and wind. “I believe a just transition would make that new space … for Elevate Energy’s future green job training programs. “Specifically, I researched previous job retraining programs around the world, as well as collected feedback from …