Course

Environmental Entrepreneurship

Yale University

This course offers a comprehensive look into environmental entrepreneurship, combining cutting-edge lectures from the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies. Participants will:

  • Explore business-led pathways for phasing out fossil fuels.
  • Engage with influential figures in clean energy.
  • Learn about the strategic role of policy in shaping energy futures.
  • Examine real-world applications in clean technology sectors.

Draw on decades of research and practical insights to understand how entrepreneurial ventures can drive sustainable change in the energy landscape.

Course Lectures
  • This module features a dialogue with Amory Lovins, a leading advocate for sustainable energy. His insights focus on:

    • Business strategies to eliminate fossil fuel dependence.
    • Innovative approaches outlined in his book "Reinventing Fire."
    • His extensive experience advising governments and firms globally.

    Lovins presents a compelling vision of a future where the U.S. economy thrives without traditional energy sources, leveraging existing technologies to create a sustainable energy landscape.

  • This module highlights Patrick's expertise in clean technology and public policy. Key topics include:

    • Strategic guidance for startups in the clean energy sector.
    • The role of venture capital in developing sustainable technologies.
    • Insights into public policy shaping energy opportunities.

    With a strong background in law and public policy, Patrick’s discussions will enlighten participants on leveraging entrepreneurial ventures for a competitive edge in the evolving energy market.