… Environmental Studies has partnered with Duke University, the CT Green Bank, and non-profit SmartPower to conduct a series of rigorous controlled field trials that explore what … utility companies and provide a solution to the lack of electrification in rural areas. Nowadays, 20 electric co-ops cover the state in a polka dot fashion. From one side of the street … the patchwork service territories create particular challenges, as customers at outreach events often get their energy from diverse sources despite living in the same town. The …
… normally burn up. USFS spending on fire suppression leads to less money for wildfire prevention, creating a vicious cycle that Blue Forest Conservation is aiming to disrupt. This … forests to a natural state so that they are less susceptible to these fires. It’s a preventative approach. The bond then uses pay for success contracts that enable the multiple … normally burn up. USFS spending on fire suppression leads to less money for wildfire prevention, creating a vicious cycle that Blue Forest Conservation is aiming to disrupt. This …
… economy [that can] address the world’s toughest challenges.” The upcoming annual flagship event in San Francisco on Oct. 9-15 (SOCAP15) is considered the largest conference for impact investors and social entrepreneurs in the world. The event has drawn over 10,000 people since its inception. That’s a lot of influence to catalyze a resilient economy. But why should this event just emphasize the double bottom line? What about the environmental side of the …
… in and providing services to the waste management sector. Beyond waste management, waste prevention is also a potential gold mine. The problem of plastics in the ocean represents a … products safe without harming the environment. Plastics, it seems, have reached their shelf life in the green-economy. Understanding the informal sector In the world of plastics, 19 … marine environment “may be poorly understood,” according to UNEP. The extent of knowledge today covers how a particular biodegradable plastic will behave on land, under specific …
… old system breaks before they install a new one. This typically happens on a cold winter day. There is an urgent call to the contractor who has an existing connection with the … Figure 2: Triggers to installing primary heating systems. The survey points to three key events that trigger a decision to install a new heating and cooling system. Most prominently, equipment at the end of its useful life prompts households to install a new primary heating system; 45% of respondents …
… to product design that underpin current consumption patterns. The future they are building is one our kids and grandkids will be proud of.” According to Sophie Janaskie, … to product design that underpin current consumption patterns. The future they are building is one our kids and grandkids will be proud of.” According to Sophie Janaskie, … to product design that underpin current consumption patterns. The future they are building is one our kids and grandkids will be proud of.” According to Sophie Janaskie, …
… funds and certifying fund managers. They compare “Real Impact” funds and managers to LEED buildings or USDA Organic produce. When options are verified by a third party, consumers can … funds and certifying fund managers. They compare “Real Impact” funds and managers to LEED buildings or USDA Organic produce. When options are verified by a third party, consumers can … funds and certifying fund managers. They compare “Real Impact” funds and managers to LEED buildings or USDA Organic produce. When options are verified by a third party, consumers can …
… the winners of this year’s RTA Seed Innovation Grant. You will also be able to view the event online (advance registration required). Awarded every fall, the RTA Seed Innovation … the winners of this year’s RTA Seed Innovation Grant. You will also be able to view the event online (advance registration required). Awarded every fall, the RTA Seed Innovation … the winners of this year’s RTA Seed Innovation Grant. You will also be able to view the event online (advance registration required). Awarded every fall, the RTA Seed Innovation …
… the food space with Patagonia Provisions ® they are, however, poised to advance goal 15 - life on land- by promoting restorative agricultural practices in their food supply chain. A- … the food space with Patagonia Provisions ® they are, however, poised to advance goal 15 - life on land- by promoting restorative agricultural practices in their food supply chain. A- … the food space with Patagonia Provisions ® they are, however, poised to advance goal 15 - life on land- by promoting restorative agricultural practices in their food supply chain. A- …
… officially launched at Pequot Library Auditorium in Southport on September 25. The event convened the program’s three collaborators alongside suppliers of related … officially launched at Pequot Library Auditorium in Southport on September 25. The event convened the program’s three collaborators alongside suppliers of related … officially launched at Pequot Library Auditorium in Southport on September 25. The event convened the program’s three collaborators alongside suppliers of related …