“I want to illustrate the way in which a private company, if it decides to make a difference against really large problems, and in particular environmental problems, can really shift the conversation and make a big difference.”
“Agriculture offers the opportunity to be beneficial and regenerative, since grass-fed beef actually sequesters carbon. There’s the potential for a net-net positive benefit.” —Charley Cummings (MBA 2011)
"The problem of climate change is not just related to clean energy, solar, wind, and batteries. There are many components that we need smart people working on, right now."
“I began to think that if I could measure my career success, it would be by bringing capital to work to address climate change.”
"Coming from a strong educational background gives you the luxury to spend time finding the right opportunities. It’s worth doing that to make a positive difference in the world.”
“My research examines how companies strive to increase operational discipline, primarily in terms of environmental management and performance, but also with respect to occupational safety and process quality.”
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