Sustainability
Ideas and insights about sustainability from MIT Sloan.
Sustainability
‘Climate Future’: What to do if reducing emissions isn’t enough?
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In a new book, MIT Sloan professor Robert Pindyck says we must invest in climate adaptation — hybrid crops, sea walls, geoengineering, and more.
Download: MIT Sloan research on sustainable business
Companies are under pressure to adopt sustainable business practices. Here is strategic advice for an effective, efficient, and equitable future.
An inside look at the proposed SEC climate disclosure rule
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The SEC is proposing a new rule that would require public companies to disclose their emissions data and create more transparency. Industry experts unpack its implications.
Morgan Stanley’s sustainability chief is optimistic … and realistic
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Chief sustainability officer Audrey Choi sees a “huge, addressable demand” for climate-conscious investing, but concedes it’s difficult for firms to match intention with action.
5 traits of the workforce of the future
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Future-ready employees are empowered, data-literate, comfortable with AI and machine learning, and committed to social and climate concerns.
A ‘big, bold idea’ for better sanitary pads
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With its biodegradable, compostable sanitary pads, Saathi is pursuing sustainable and responsible manufacturing.
How to source, support, and scale grassroots climate solutions
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The 2022 MIT Sustainability Summit celebrated the power of grassroots solutions, examined environmental justice, and detailed ways local visions can align with global efforts.
A two-eyed seeing approach to conservation
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Patricia Saulis taps into Western tradition and Indigenous knowledge systems for ideas to address environmental conservation.
6 arguments for carbon taxes
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Long touted by economists, carbon taxes are transparent, enforceable, and adjustable. An MIT Sloan finance professor explains her support.
The ‘Disasterology’ author wants us to rethink emergency management
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Samantha Montano draws from front-line experience to develop ideas for disaster justice and emergency management reform.