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New Columbia Business School research reveals pathways to overcome polarization and accelerate climate action

The Private Equity Program at Columbia Business School is pleased to welcome to the advisory board Jennifer Prosek

The private equity industry has been in a continuous state of evolution since its inception. From the days of leveraged buyouts and hostile takeovers to the current boom of venture capital and impact investing, today’s business leaders are expected to know every facet of the industry, inside and out.

“How do you build a just transition into all of this?” asked Columbia SIPA’s Bataille. “You’ve got to involve your communities and local workforces from the beginning and make them part of the solution-finding process.”

Mental health issues cost the U.S. economy 30% higher than prior estimates— $282 billion annually. This study illustrates how mental illness reshapes economic behavior and underscores scalable solutions to mitigate these soaring costs.

Three central takeaways emerged from the 2024 Climate Business & Investment Conference, which gathered established industry leaders, startups, investors, and researchers to discuss the climate tech market's progress and needed adjustments.