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2024 Summer Projects
Our summer tracks focus on "Green economy" and "Blue economy" and ‘Biomes not Borders’.
Green Economy
The Green Economy aims to improve human well-being and social equity while reducing ecological scarcities
Biomes not Borders
Our “Biomes not Borders” track bridges the geopolitical and economic boundaries through the recognition of the profound interconnectedness among Earth's diverse habitats and the human communities they sustain.
Blue Economy
The Blue Economy focuses on the conservation of water resources and ecosystems that rely on them.
Green Economy
In envisioning a sustainable future, forest ecosystems play a pivotal role as catalysts for transitioning industrial manufacturing into regenerative business models. This set of projects will focus on forest ecosystems and their transition from the industrial ‘take-make-waste’ paradigm to a regenerative business model of using organic waste streams to create new technologies while revitalizing underserved rural communities. Summer internships will focus on a comprehensive business, engineering and social impact plan for Artemis Carbon Futures, a New England based project development company.
Ecology: Northern Broadleaf Forests
Education: Science & Engineering, Business & Finance, Policy & Social Impact
Employment: Environmental Consulting, Operations, Sustainable & Impact Finance, Community Development, Product Design & Engineering, Policy
Introduction to Green Economy by Nick Heier
Green Economy Projects
Biomes not Borders
At Born Global we believe it is our shared responsibility to create a world that is based on natural ecological biomes and not artificial man-made borders. This set of internships invites ‘Mother Mediterranean’ to the design table as our model and mentor of how species and ancient cultures migrated through the Mediterranean Sea, with a particular focus on the role of women as community creators, where shared traditions and rituals formed new cultures of hospitality. These projects will bridge the imaginary realm of our interactive game ‘The Alchemist Garden' that gamifies biomimicry education with the current realities of the forced migration from environmental crises and war.
Ecology: Mediterranean
Education: Social & Environmental Justice, Women’s Studies, Human Geography, Green Chemistry, Sustainable Product Design, Game Development and Storytelling, Biology and Ecology, Cultural Anthropology, Math & Sacred Geometry, Luxury Marketing & Communications
Employment: Born Global Foundation - nonprofit impact Artemis Carbon Futures - B-Corp structures for social impact
Introduction to Biomes not Borders by Dr. Kimberly Samaha
Biomes not Borders Projects
Blue Economy
The Blue Economy emphasizes the interconnectedness between healthy marine ecosystems and human well-being, promoting sustainable use of marine resources while driving economic growth. It encourages initiatives that educate about marine conservation and offer opportunities in eco-tourism, sustainable fisheries, and marine tech. By empowering individuals with knowledge and skills for sustainable resource management, it supports ecological preservation and economic development. This approach fosters a thriving maritime sector that balances environmental protection with economic prosperity, ensuring long-term benefits for both communities and ecosystems.
Ecology: Equatorial Mangrove Forests & Brackish water sheds
Education: Science & Engineering Business & Finance Social Impact & Policy
Employment: Synthesis Venture Fund Partners - Company focus on innovation commercialization, start-up funding and protecting intellectual property of scientific founders.
Introduction to Blue Economy by Cooper Yerby
Blue Economy Projects
