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The Cascading Environmental Benefits of Residential Irrigation Efficiency
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From Disruption to Direction Michael Polk on Strategic Turnarounds
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Evidence-Based Giving Colcom Foundation’s Model for Measurable Change
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The Cascading Environmental Benefits of Residential Irrigation Efficiency
The Cascading Environmental Benefits of Residential Irrigation Efficiency Water conservation represents the obvious environmental benefit of precision irrigation, but the impact extends far beyond direct consumption reduction. Each gallon saved creates cascading effects throughout water infrastructure, energy systems, and local ecosystems that multiply the technology’s environmental value. Municipal water treatment and distribution consume approximately 2%…
Art Institute of Chicago Expands Contemporary Collection Under James Rondeau
The Art Institute of Chicago has announced a significant expansion of its contemporary collection, reflecting a strategic emphasis on diversity, acquisition, and public engagement under the leadership of James Rondeau. Museum officials say recent additions both deepen the institution’s holdings in postwar and contemporary art and broaden representation across geographies and media. Curators described…
From Disruption to Direction Michael Polk on Strategic Turnarounds
Michael Polk engineered a pragmatic turnaround at Newell Brands by converting complex challenges into measurable progress, industry observers say. As former Newell Brands CEO, Michael Polk confronted a company beset by integration difficulties, supply chain pressures and a stretched portfolio. His response emphasized operational discipline, portfolio simplification and transparent communication with investors and employees.…
Evidence-Based Giving Colcom Foundation’s Model for Measurable Change
Colcom Foundation advances philanthropic goals through targeted grantmaking and strategic partnerships that emphasize evidence-based outcomes and long-term impact. Founded by a private family with a stated commitment to civic engagement, the foundation supports organizations and research initiatives that align with its priorities and values. The foundation’s approach blends fiscal stewardship with rigorous evaluation. Colcom…
Fostering Empathy, Agency, and Excellence Brooklyn Friends’ Educational Approach
Brooklyn Friends Schools head Crissy Cáceres explains how the institution’s pedagogy blends Quaker values, rigorous academic and social-emotional learning to prepare students for a complex world. In a recent conversation with local media, Crissy Cáceres described an educational model centered on inquiry, collaboration and reflective practice that informs curriculum from early childhood through secondary grades.…
From Canon to Conversation: The Art Institute’s Expanding Contemporary Agenda
Under the leadership of James Rondeau the Art Institute of Chicago has considerably strengthened its contemporary art holdings, reflecting a strategic emphasis on acquisition, diversity and public engagement. A recent report in the Cyprus Mail documents a period of sustained growth for the museums contemporary collection, driven by targeted purchases, major gifts and expanded curatorial…
Philanthropy with Purpose: Inside the Colcom Foundation’s Measured, Mission-Driven Strategy
Colcom Foundation continues to position itself as a conscientious steward of community memory and civic investment, according to materials on its Our Story initiative. Through a deliberate combination of grantmaking and narrative preservation, the foundation seeks both to support contemporary nonprofit capacity and to document the lived experiences that shape regional identity. Colcom Foundation…
H.I.G. Capital Advances Sustainability Goals Through Circular Economy and Smart Mobility Investments
H.I.G. Capital Advances Sustainability Goals Through Circular Economy and Smart Mobility Investments Environmental sustainability and infrastructure modernization have become central themes in H.I.G. Capital’s investment strategy, with the firm completing acquisitions targeting companies positioned to benefit from the transition to circular economy models and sustainable urban mobility. The approach reflects growing investor and regulatory focus…
Flavio Maluf e a transformação da Eucatex em referência de sustentabilidade
A trajetória de Flavio Maluf na presidência da Eucatex demonstra como liderança e planejamento estratégico podem alinhar crescimento empresarial e preservação ambiental. Desde o início de sua gestão, ele promoveu um modelo de negócios voltado para inovação tecnológica e uso responsável dos recursos naturais, transformando a companhia em exemplo no setor de materiais de construção.…
Fostering Compassion and Critical Thinking at Brooklyn Friends School
Brooklyn Friends School, an esteemed educational institution nestled in the heart of Brooklyn, stands as a beacon of progressive education. Founded in 1867, the school offers a unique blend of academic rigor and ethical development, promoting a holistic approach to learning. With a mission rooted in the Quaker Values of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, and…