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I spent a good chunk of my career working to improve public policy, so obviously I believe in that route as a pathway to change. But change can happen even more quickly when businesses make it economically attractive to do the “right” thing. [...]
Unless we make significant changes there will be more plastic than fish in the ocean by 2050. That and so many indicators are alarming, and as leaders who make a difference, the private sector can have huge influence over the future of our planet. We are changing the conversation by showing a path forward which delivers both great financial and environmental returns. [...]
Luciana Baigun, MBA 2014, started Bird with the intention to reduce carbon emissions. At the electric scooter company, Baigun is using her management skills for the service of others and the planet. [...]
Established in 2010, the HBS Business & Environment Initiative (BEI) works to deepen understanding of the environmental challenges facing business leaders and inspire new ideas and practical, effective solutions. BEI has established a network of 5,000 alumni whose careers include managing business & environment opportunities and risks. BEI helps to connect current MBAs with these alumni for learning and careers. We recently spoke with one such alum about her career journey. [...]
I quickly learned that beyond health or environmental benefits, government and organizations' decisions on issues of sustainability rested first and foremost on the financial benefits and cost savings. [...]
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