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Announcing the Third Impact Lab on Climate Justice

Saleforce Nonprofit

A Reynolds Journalism Institute fellow and a research affiliate of the University of Washington’s Center for Studies in Demography and Ecology, his writing and data visualization have appeared in The Atlantic, The Economist, The Guardian, Vox, and many other publications. Policy Associate, The Nature Conservancy.

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10 Questions …. Kate Behncken, global head, Microsoft Philanthropies

The NonProfit Times

Once I hit university and then started working, I could see how technology was developing fast and going to impact so many sectors in so many ways. We’re harnessing IoT sensors and AI to enhance conservation efforts, providing park rangers with advanced tools to protect wildlife. Both can help refresh the mind.

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Microsoft YouthSpark: A New Chapter in Citizenship at Microsoft

Tech Soup

North Africa who have university degrees, but they are more likely to be unemployed than their less-educated peers due to the realities of the. contrast exists in Central and Eastern Europe, where the challenge is a. In North American and Western Europe, despite educational opportunities. job market in the region. poor health.

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Driving CSR Impact & Innovation: 5 Key Takeaways from the 2018 Social Innovation Summit

Connection Cafe

They have sought out a partnership with a wind farm, and work with River Network to ensure they can lead conservation efforts with local organization as well as larger national partners, among other initiatives. An excellent example was the creation of a curated marketplace on eBay in Europe for plus size clothing. What’s more?

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3 Ways to Kickstart Your Climate Action Plan

Saleforce Nonprofit

New regulations — like the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive , launched in Europe earlier this year — require organisations of all types to report key sustainability data and share progress on emissions reduction. Nonprofits like Cool Effect are creating marketplaces for offset projects that you can invest in today.

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My Latest President's Update

Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

Craig is a summer associate exploring new applications for Miradi, Benetech’s user-friendly conservation project planning and monitoring software. She holds a master’s degree in Political Sciences, Public Law and Contemporary History from University of Konstanz, Germany.

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How To Save The Planet: 10 Changes With The Biggest Impact

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Energy conservation is seen as one of the most important things we can do to fight climate change, and it is – if you use fossil-fuel energy. Conserve your water. Choosing showers over baths is one of the easiest ways to conserve water – as long as you take quick showers. Try a green energy supplier. Try a vegan diet.

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