… the list of events at the Nature+ Pavilion, one immediately caught my eye. The World Resources Institute’s Land & Carbon Lab was developing a first-of-its-kind monitoring system … in advance. MCed by Craig Hanson, VP for Food, Forest, Water and the Ocean at the World Resources Institute (WRI), the event brought together scientists from the University of … the ability to accurately quantify the public benefit they provide. And it means that young people can hold their leaders accountable and startups interested in using the data have one …
… words, “What we have done very well is investing in products that have revolutionized our lives. What we haven’t done very well is ensure that those products don’t cause harm. We … in new startups to bring down the cost of carbon removal and create a market for it. Of course, not all the solutions they fund might work, but as companies with seemingly little … artists from over the world. This was an innovative use of humour and art in a space where people are often known to be measured with what they say, choosing their words carefully to …
… of the continuously overflowing Action Zone. The event was titled ‘No pot of gold for community adaptation and system resilience.’ Speakers on the panel talked about the … inspiration she was to a generation of folks committed to fighting the climate crisis. Of course, news spreads fast, and on my fairly long sprint to the pavilions, several others had … drive and the ambition to demand action now, they’d brought together a generation of people committed to taking action and demanding change. So there is a case to make for …
… to a system. Within regenerative innovation, the focus is on how we think of and understand ourselves as part of a complex system. In a series of slides, Ms. Milan talked about the … done things, even when they don’t always add value. When innovating, hence, we must ask ourselves where we add value to a system. My biggest takeaway from the presentation was that … model of innovation on the same day. What I didn’t know was that the next couple of hours would also include the opportunity to hear from several high-profile ministers and …
… for policy changes, including aat COP26. The event drew me in with its title – “Innovating Our Way to Net-Zero: How Startups Can Solve the Climate Crisis.” Being the Environmental … that action will need to be ambitious, inclusive and urgent. I am always inspired by the community of innovators we have here at Yale and beyond who are taking action, now. After … of the privilege I hold, and how the conversations about climate continue to exclude those people most vulnerable to its impacts. Plus, action that causes harm, even unintentionally, …
… This year, the Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures focused on solutions in four key areas of urgent action: Protecting and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity Food, … This year, the Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures focused on solutions in four key areas of urgent action: Protecting and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity Food, … This year, the Sobotka Seed Prize for Sustainable Ventures focused on solutions in four key areas of urgent action: Protecting and restoring ecosystems and biodiversity Food, …
… for a team of students to participate in an independent study (equivalent to a full-credit course: 3 credits YSE/4 units SOM) in partnership with Climate Real Impact Solutions I … teams, with not only have the potential to become market leaders, but who also share our deep conviction and commitment to transforming the home, office, and road. The goal of … team with the expectation that each individual will work on their project approximately 10 hours per week. Project I: Circular Economy (2-3 Students) This research project will include …
… to communities in support of inclusive sustainable infrastructure projects. Over the course of her career, Nicole has worked to advance energy justice, grid modernization, and … to communities in support of inclusive sustainable infrastructure projects. Over the course of her career, Nicole has worked to advance energy justice, grid modernization, and … to communities in support of inclusive sustainable infrastructure projects. Over the course of her career, Nicole has worked to advance energy justice, grid modernization, and …
… I was ecstatic when I received the opportunity to attend the climate conference: I spent four fantastic days at the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow. The 2021 United … , this top 1% accounts for 15% of emissions globally, which is more than the 3.5 billion people at the bottom 50%. Women bear the brunt of climate change, including displacement as … from them and business leaders, including those leading startups, discuss the business community’s “call to action” was wonderful to see as I believe the increase in private …
… of Environmental Management students recently authored Soil Health Policy: Developing Community-Driven State Soil Health Policy and Programs as the newest fruit of The Yale … investment, coalition-building, and related fields to provide practical advice for people interested in developing community-driven, state-level soil health policy and … lessons, and the conversational voice that carries them, can buoy readers through multi-hour meetings and multi-message email threads for people building coalitions to enhance …