… biggest soft drink companies for using only 7 percent recycled plastic in their products. Greenpeace later launched targeted campaigns against companies like Coca-Cola. Numerous … control over nor responsibility for ensuring proper waste management infrastructure in the markets where they sell their products. Governments tighten regulations Governments around … restricted. The EU Commission has also come up with the EU Plastics Strategy based on the concepts of a circular economy. This strategy proposes making recycling …
… about the factors that trigger the installation of heating and cooling systems. A web-based survey was distributed [1] in the spring 2018 and resulted in 1,606 responses suitable … Connecticut that either 1) have received support to install solar PV from the Connecticut Green Bank , 2) have received support to energy audits (HES) from United Illuminating (UI) or Eversource , or 3) subscribe to information on energy efficiency and updates from the Governor’s Council for Climate Change …
… both an online store where individual pieces of clothing can be purchased and community-based pop-up shops. “The goal of Hand Me Up is to improve the experience of shopping for … to increase production, fulfill orders and continue to grow." - Monika Dharia, cofounder of GreenGear GreenGear Supply Company, co-founded by Russell Heller (YC ‘19), Monika Dharia … of emerging entrepreneurs, who are challenging and reimagining the business models and approaches to product design that underpin current consumption patterns. The future they are …
… But individual investments add up. Rissman and Reed realized that with the right tools and information, individuals could work together to make even more change than large investors … actionable outside of the academic world, so they decided to publicly rate mutual funds, based on sustainability. In doing so, they sought guidance from Cary Krosinsky (Yale … of prior experience,” said Rissman, “And we found that part of being entrepreneurial is learning new skills to advance the venture.” Reed and Rissman have continued to work …
… the grant will support novel approaches to supporting low-carbon heating and cooling markets and technologies. “There is no better evidence than the breadth and quality of this … that will readily provide residential and business owners the cost savings and reduced greenhouse gas impacts associated with the installation of a renewable heating and cooling … platforms for low carbon heating and cooling technologies. Visit the homepage for more information, or contact Stuart DeCew: stuart.decew@yale.edu. Clean Energy Announcing the …
… but keeps garments for half as long. Fabric production and consumer use account for 60% of environmental impacts associated with apparel. Not to mention, the fashion industry is also … strategy was a core focus area, and will only become more significant as 2030 approaches. Here’s how apparel brands can “A.D.A.P.T” to shifting consumer demands and … Circularity Equity and Justice Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Five Ways Fashion Brands Can Advance the Sustainable Development Goals … Nov …
… are made up of students from across Yale University, including the School of Forestry & Environmental Studies, School of Management and Yale College. The projects have impact … impact, high project viability, and overall excellence. The 2018 recipients include: 1. Green Mow by Ryan Li (Yale School Management). Green Mow electrifies the lawn mowing … and expert mentorship to advance their projects. 2814 Thriving Food Systems and Nature Based Solutions Environmental Innovation Climate Change Seed Grant Winners Announced 2018 … …
… new collaboration, called “ConnectSun.” This project—a partnership between the Connecticut Green Bank, United Illuminating (UI), and ENCON—is designed to promote solar growth in areas … compared to traditional solar installation costs. Bryan Garcia, CEO at Connecticut Green Bank In addition, on top of any net metering payments provided for supplying energy … 2018 A New Collaboration Promotes Healthy Solar Growth in Connecticut Lucy Shim (Master of Environmental Science '20) Shortly after concluding their most recent campaign, researchers …
… four pillars: prioritizing low carbon investments reducing deforestation establishing green office standards adapting to climate change, especially mitigation of water risks. … Carbon Pricing at Garanti Mechanism and Price Level Garanti uses three carbon-pricing approaches to prioritize low-carbon investments. First, it diminishes the profitability of … tried to integrate the social cost of carbon. The bank builds flexibility into these prices based on Turkey’s regulatory situation. It also adjusts the shadow price in jurisdictions …
… non-profit, and public spaces came together to discuss a growing new impact field—plant-based foods and clean meat. As the Good Food Conference website said, these are two … the replacement of animal products comes the replacement of animal agriculture’s effects on greenhouse gas emissions, habitat loss, pollution and animal welfare abuses. It also comes … criteria. Both are important considerations the field will have to think about for global markets. Clean meat is not currently in the market in any form as costs are being brought …