… climate crisis during the 21st century. When researchers map out scenarios of policies and actions that could avert the worst impacts of climate change, the success of these models … and carbon removal. This report refers to such solutions as “nascent climate technologies.” Without innovation in these areas, addressing climate change will be far more difficult, if … More risk-tolerant, patient investors—such as philanthropists, family foundations, high-net-worth individuals, and corporate venture capital—are stepping up to address these …
… private forestland is $24.84 per year. Average premium for local forest products is 11.5%, with amounts varying across furniture, lumber, honey, maple syrup and Christmas trees. … of ecosystems services in a trial “Payments for Ecosystem Services” scheme. Future Activities In June 2012, the investigators were awarded a U.S. Forest Service State and … additional three years. The total amount provided, $230,283, was matched by School Forest activities and teaching and the CBEY seed grant for ecosystem services research. The …
… an unprecedented array of ecological, economic, and societal challenges today. Circular practices involving restorative aquaculture and regenerative agriculture methods have garnered … considered and managed in silos. Through restorative ocean farming and “surf-to-turf” practices such as seaweed-based soil amendments, we have a singular opportunity to build a … This report explores the history of sea-to-soil connections in food and agriculture, best practices and examples of these approaches at work today, and the opportunity they present for …
… that co-locates solar energy production and agricultural operations. Combining these practices into one space creates an efficient and sustainable land-use system that benefits … to choose between fuel or farming, climate or conservation, energy or rural economies. But with thoughtful planning, communities can simultaneously expand and strengthen solar … Agrivoltaics: Producing Solar Energy While Protecting Farmland introduces agrivoltaics and highlights the various agricultural, environmental, ecological, and economic benefits that …
… So you’ve decided you want to be more than just a company. You want to have a positive impact on society, promote corporate social responsibility, and use the power of business for higher purposes of social good. Now you’re wondering how this whole process works. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. In partnership with Patagonia and the Yale Center for Business and the Environment, we have published An …
… implementing or planning carbon prices to regulate their carbon emissions. Corporations can act collectively with governments to reach the goal of decarbonization. To provide guidance on designing … implementing or planning carbon prices to regulate their carbon emissions. Corporations can act collectively with governments to reach the goal of decarbonization. To provide guidance …
… of network effects in settings where the services provided are based on a platform, with a focus on electricity. We discuss several classic examples of network effects that are … 2198 6785 Clean Energy Equity and Justice Network Effect Benefits From Electricity Grid Connections - A Policy Brief … Network Effect Benefits From Electricity Grid Connections - A Policy Brief Kenneth Gillingham Marten Ovaere When considering the …
… Starting a food manufacturing business is hard. This guide is here to help. Maybe you walked through your local grocery store and know exactly what they’re missing. Maybe you know of a lucrative product category that’s … Guide Tony Cisneros (MBA '21, Master of Environmental Management '21) Starting a food manufacturing business is hard. This guide is here to help. Maybe you walked through your local …
… own as a foundation for financing regenerative farms. It then details the three types of factors that make financing regenerative agriculture difficult: outdated financial models; … financial returns; and cultural differences between farmers and investors. Throughout, it highlights the innovative organizations attempting to overcome these barriers and the novel … for the future. The enthusiasm for regenerative agriculture is fully warranted, but without thoughtful investment the movement will fall short. We hope that this issue brief …
… Do sustainable farmland investments deliver financial, environmental and social returns? With the rise of impact investing, there has been a jump in investment strategies promoting sustainable … investments deliver financial, environmental and social returns? With the rise of impact investing, there has been a jump in investment strategies promoting sustainable …