# SecondMuse

> Bringing communities together to build economies

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- [CONSULTING](https://www.secondmuse.com/consulting/): SecondMuse’s consulting group helps governments, corporations and philanthropies with research, strategy, design and implementation of innovative solutions.
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## Posts

- [The Timing Is Now: Why Youth Mental Health is the Next Economic Imperative](https://www.secondmuse.com/the-timing-is-now-why-youth-mental-health-is-the-next-economic-imperative/): Youth mental health is now an economic imperative. The solutions exist, what’s missing is the infrastructure to scale them globally.
- [Headstream's Behavioral Health Tech Mixer](https://www.secondmuse.com/headstreams-behavioral-health-tech-mixer/): Join Headstream's annual mixer at Behavioral Health Tech. This space is designed to celebrate the impactful work of 23 entrepreneurs...
- [Beyond Participation: Co-Creation as a Path to Meaningful Youth Mental Health Solutions](https://www.secondmuse.com/beyond-participation-co-creation-as-a-path-to-meaningful-youth-mental-health-solutions/): Join SecondMuse at the 2025 Mental Health America Conference to explore co-creation in youth mental health. Learn how youth-led initiatives...
- [Wired but Isolated: Loneliness in a Digital Age](https://www.secondmuse.com/wired-but-isolated-loneliness-in-a-digital-age/): Join Headstream’s webinar on October 20, 2025, to explore modern youth loneliness, digital culture’s impact and strategies for building meaningful...
- [Scale For ClimateTech Innovation Showcase 2025](https://www.secondmuse.com/scale-for-climatetech-innovation-showcase-2025/): Join Scale For ClimateTech on September 23rd for a day of showcasing the 18 innovators of Cohort 6.
- [Designing Economies of Mutual Value: A Workshop Series on Nature, Place and Finance](https://www.secondmuse.com/designing-economies-of-mutual-value-a-workshop-series-on-nature-place-and-finance/): Join SecondMuse, Economics of Mutuality and other partners for an interactive workshop series at Impact Week 2025 in Singapore on...
- [Academic and Industry Partnerships: The Competitive Advantage of Measuring Impact](https://www.secondmuse.com/academic-and-industry-partnerships-the-competitive-advantage-of-measuring-impact/): Inspired by a recent discussion at the ISRII 13th Scientific Meeting, we explored what it takes to build a trustworthy...
- [Recognizing Early-Stage Entrepreneurs: Insights from the 2025 Venture For ClimateTech Global Innovation Challenge](https://www.secondmuse.com/recognizing-early-stage-entrepreneurs-insights-from-the-2025-venture-for-climatetech-global-innovation-challenge/): Insights from the 2025 Venture For ClimateTech Global Innovation Challenge reveal the landscape for early-stage climate tech, highlighting critical needs and the support systems driving climate solutions.
- [The Future of Youth Mental Health: Transforming Existing Care Models](https://www.secondmuse.com/the-future-of-youth-mental-health-transforming-existing-care-models/): Learn how tech innovation and collaboration are tackling the growing crisis and building trust in digital care for youth mental health.
- [The Circular Economy in 2025: Redesigning Products, Rewiring Supply Chains, Reimagining Waste](https://www.secondmuse.com/the-circular-economy-in-2025-redesigning-products-rewiring-supply-chains-reimagining-waste/): The forces shaping circular economy trends: AI and robotics, policies and EPR regulations, consumer demands. Opportunities lie in supply chains, construction, bioplastics and food waste.
- [Exploring the Climate Fund Landscape with Todd Khozein at the 2025 Wall Street Green Summit](https://www.secondmuse.com/exploring-the-climate-fund-landscape-with-todd-khozein-at-the-wall-street-green-summit/): Todd Khozein will explore the climate fund landscape at the 2025 Wall Street Green Summit alongside 40 climate tech experts.
- [EnviroMETS and SecondMuse Team Up to Support Queensland Mining Communities](https://www.secondmuse.com/enviromets-and-secondmuse-team-up-to-support-queensland-mining-communities/): EnviroMETS and SecondMuse are developing funding models to transform Queensland’s mining regions, creating jobs and improving social and environmental outcomes.
- [Innovate to Elevate: Shaping the Future of Global Youth Mental Health](https://www.secondmuse.com/innovate-to-elevate-shaping-the-future-of-global-youth-mental-health/): Todd Khozein joins a panel in Davos with Mantra Health, Ortus Foundation and Kids Help Phone to discuss youth mental health.
- [Introducing SecondMuse’s Practice Lab](https://www.secondmuse.com/introducing-secondmuses-practice-lab/): A new approach to employee learning and collaboration across teams and time zones is already driving innovation.
- [The Election is Taking a Toll on Youth Mental Health. These are the Solutions They Need.](https://www.secondmuse.com/the-election-is-taking-a-toll-on-youth-mental-health-these-are-the-solutions-they-need/): David Ball dives into solutions that can support youth mental health amid election stress, from digital spaces to mental health resources.
- [SecondMuse Collaborates with the Innovation Alliance for a Global Plastics Treaty to Host a Webinar on Reuse and Refill](https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuse-collaborates-with-the-innovation-alliance-for-a-global-plastics-treaty-to-host-a-webinar-on-reuse-and-refill/): Let’s explore how reuse and refill strategies can reduce plastic waste at a webinar hosted by SecondMuse and the IAGPT.
- [How a Spectrum of Capital Supports Innovations in Youth Mental Health](https://www.secondmuse.com/how-a-spectrum-of-capital-supports-innovations-in-youth-mental-health/): Headstream's October webinar explores how we can select, support, and combine capital for youth mental health innovations.
- [Fireside Chat with Todd Khozein and Jade Garrett at the Newlab New Climate Futures](https://www.secondmuse.com/fireside-chat-with-todd-khozein-and-jade-garrett-at-the-newlab-new-climate-futures/): Fireside chat with Todd Khozein and Jade Garrett at Newlab New Climate Futures event on accelerating climate tech.
- [For ClimateTech 2024 Innovation Showcase](https://www.secondmuse.com/for-climatetech-2024-innovation-showcase/): Join For ClimateTech, SecondMuse, NextCorps, and NYSERDA at Newlab for the 2024 For ClimateTech Innovation Showcase—a full day of pitches,...
- [Join us at the Climate Tech Investors Summit during Climate Week NYC!](https://www.secondmuse.com/join-us-at-the-climate-tech-investors-summit-during-climate-week-nyc/): Join Todd Khozein, CEO of SecondMuse, at the Climate Tech Investors Summit during Climate Week NYC to gain insights on the climate tech landscape.
- [Sea of Solutions 2024: Scaling Reuse & Refill, Strategies for Success](https://www.secondmuse.com/sea-of-solutions-2024-scaling-reuse-refill-strategies-for-success/): Join our Program Manager, Sing-Suen Soon, and other industry experts including Darina Maulana, Kasia Weina and Dagny Tucker next week...
- [The Journey 2024 — Advancing a Circular Economy in Bengaluru](https://www.secondmuse.com/the-journey-2024-advancing-a-circular-economy-in-bengaluru/): The Journey program brought together young minds to tackle waste management challenges and reimagine a circular economy in Bengaluru.
- [From Policy Challenges to Consumer Awareness: Insights from the Reuse in South and Southeast Asia Workshop](https://www.secondmuse.com/from-policy-challenges-to-consumer-awareness-insights-from-the-reuse-in-south-and-southeast-asia-workshop/): Key insights and highlights from our online strategic dialogue and workshop on Reuse in South and Southeast Asia.
- [How Corporations Can Turn the Tide on Global Plastic Pollution](https://www.secondmuse.com/how-corporations-can-turn-the-tide-on-global-plastic-pollution/): Upstream solutions play a key role in eradicating single-use plastics from supply chains and help corporates meet plastic reduction goals.
- [Strategic Dialogue & Workshop on Reuse in South and Southeast Asia](https://www.secondmuse.com/strategic-dialogue-workshop-on-reuse-in-south-and-southeast-asia/): Join our online workshop to exchange insights and explore opportunities for implementing and scaling Reuse solutions in Asia.
- [Investing in Equality: Leveraging Untapped Potential in Women, Girls, and People of All Genders](https://www.secondmuse.com/investing-in-equality/): Insights from Laura, Sabrina, and Marie on how we are prioritizing equality and inclusion into our programs.
- [Upcoming Climate Conferences: Highlights of 2024](https://www.secondmuse.com/upcoming-climate-conferences-highlights-of-2024/): Climate conferences are crucial to accelerate the race to net-zero. Read more to see our predictions on major talking points and issues.
- [COP28: Highs, Lows, and A Collaborative Way Forward](https://www.secondmuse.com/cop28-highs-lows-and-a-collaborative-way-forward/): Key takeaways from COP28 in Dubai as SecondMuse reflects on the finance, innovators, deadlocks, and breakthroughs of climate change.
- [SecondMuse’s For ClimateTech Team connects with innovators and investors at VERGE23—the leading climate tech event!](https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuses-for-climatetech-team-connects-with-innovators-and-investors-at-verge23-the-leading-climate-tech-event/): A look back at Verge23, the leading climate tech event bringing together change-makers from business, government, and startups to accelerate solutions to address the climate crisis with SecondMuse's Scale For ClimateTech Team. A look back at Verge23, the leading climate tech event bringing together change-makers from business, government, and startups to accelerate solutions to address the climate crisis with SecondMuse's Scale For ClimateTech Team.
- [Scale for ClimateTech’s Role in Enhancing New York State’s Climate Tech Innovation Ecosystem: Key Insights from FuzeHub’s annual Innovation Summit](https://www.secondmuse.com/scale-for-climatetechs-role-in-enhancing-new-york-states-climate-tech-innovation-ecosystem-key-insights-from-fuzehubs-annual-innovation-summit/): SecondMuse's Scale for ClimateTech Team recently attended Fuzehub’s annual New York State Innovation Summit, which brought together hundreds of entrepreneurs, manufacturers, government organizations, universities, incubators, and manufacturing support programs, to share learnings and opportunities for commercializing technologies and promoting economic growth in New York State and beyond. SecondMuse's Scale for ClimateTech Team shared learnings and opportunities for commercializing climate tech and promoting economic growth at Fuzehub’s annual New York State Innovation Summit.
- [Investing in Tomorrow: Advancing Clean Energy and Environmental Solutions](https://www.secondmuse.com/investing-in-tomorrow-advancing-clean-energy-and-environmental-solutions/): Climate change is undeniably one of the most pressing challenges of our time. At the recent Financial Times Energy Transition Summit, Todd Khozein, CEO and Co-founder of SecondMuse spoke at a panel, emphasizing that "The future of clean energy is not just about innovation but also collaboration. Together, we can redefine the energy landscape. "The future of clean energy is not just about innovation but also collaboration. Together, we can redefine the energy landscape." said Todd Khozein, CEO and Co-founder of SecondMuse at Financial Times Energy Transition Summit.
- [SecondMuse Capital Announces Seed Investment In Pulse Industrial](https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuse-capital-announces-seed-investment-in-pulse-industrial/): SecondMuse Capital’s climate fund furthers its mission to incentivize innovations contributing to economic resilience and sustainability.
- [Striking the Right Balance: SecondMuse's Blueprint for Mental Health and Wellness](https://www.secondmuse.com/striking-the-right-balance-secondmuses-blueprint-for-mental-health-and-wellness/): On this World Mental Health Day, we want to acknowledge that our professional demands often encroach upon personal spaces, making work-life balance, wellness, and mental health more crucial than ever.
- [Using the Climate Co-Investor Tracker to map investments, advance climate justice and strengthen the ecosystem](https://www.secondmuse.com/using-the-climate-co-investor-tracker-to-map-investments-advance-climate-justice-and-strengthen-the-ecosystem-introduction/): The Climate Co-Investor Tracker was launched to better track investment flows, gaps and opportunities in the climate tech space. Designed and developed by SecondMuse and Vibrant Data Labs, supported by NYSERDA and Impact Alpha, and drawing on data from Crunchbase, the tool takes users one step closer understanding how the ecosystem operates.
- [Innovative Entrepreneurship: Driving Change in Thailand's Waste Management Landscape](https://www.secondmuse.com/innovative-entrepreneurship-driving-change-in-thailands-waste-management-landscape/): Program Manager of Circularity, Titus Loh, shares key learnings on innovative entrepreneurship from the Thailand Waste Management & Recycling Academy.
- [Working Together to Empower Change: Insights from the AVPN Global Conference 2023](https://www.secondmuse.com/working-together-to-empower-change-insights-from-the-avpn-global-conference-2023/): SecondMuse, along with our main partner, The Circulate Initiative, is proud to successfully conclude this three-year initiative to enable and uplift the plastic waste innovation ecosystem in South and Southeast Asia with the support of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, Circulate Capital, ECCA Family Foundation, Global Affairs Canada, and other funders.
- [Turning the Tides of the Digital Age: Headstream's Stand for LGBTQIA+ Youth in Tech](https://www.secondmuse.com/turning-the-tides-of-the-digital-age-headstreams-stand-for-lgbtqia-youth-in-tech/): Headstream is empowering LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC youths to co-create a safe and inclusive digital space for a positive impact on youth mental health.
- [SecondMuse Releases Scale For ClimateTech 2023 Impact Report](https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuse-releases-scale-for-climatetech-2023-impact-report/): Discover on our report how the program supported 69 New York-based companies on their journey on manufacturing scale-up within climate tech.
- [Vital learnings from our work in building inclusive plastic waste systems in South and Southeast Asia](https://www.secondmuse.com/vital-learnings-from-our-work-in-building-inclusive-plastic-waste-systems-in-south-and-southeast-asia/): The Incubation Network delivered Inclusive Markets programs for plastic waste system, which supported 22 projects over a period of 12 to 18 months.
- [Headstream Takes on Mental Health Awareness Month](https://www.secondmuse.com/headstream-takes-on-mental-health-awareness-month/): Headstream team members gave their perspectives on the state of young people’s mental health and discussed how they advocate for it.
- [Join Us at World Circular Economy Forum 2023!](https://www.secondmuse.com/join-us-at-world-circular-economy-forum-2023/): As part of the World Circular Economy Forum 2023, SecondMuse and KPMG in Singapore’s Business Foundry are hosting an evening of insights, discussion, and networking to advance circular economies in Southeast Asia.
- [Scaling Impactful Climate Technology with Alternative Funding](https://www.secondmuse.com/scaling-impactful-climate-technology-with-alternative-funding/): We identified several gaps when it comes to climate tech fund for New York State companies at pivotal points in achieving commercialization.
- [Addressing Ocean Plastic Pollution: Three Key Insights from The Incubation Network](https://www.secondmuse.com/addressing-ocean-plastic-pollution-three-key-insights-from-the-incubation-network/): SecondMuse is proud to successfully conclude an initiative to uplift the plastic waste innovation ecosystem in South and Southeast Asia.
- [Closing the Gender Gap in Tech and Entrepreneurship](https://www.secondmuse.com/closing-the-gender-gap-in-tech-and-entrepreneurship/): More women are in tech professions and leading tech businesses than ever, but the gender gap in science, technology, and entrepreneurship is far from closed.
- [Hitting A New Stride in 2022, With Help From Our Partners and Team](https://www.secondmuse.com/hitting-a-new-stride-in-2022-with-help-from-our-partners-and-team/): SecondMuse Co-CEOs Carrie Freeman and Todd Khozein reflect on a year of high stakes and validation.
- [SecondMuse Offers Course on Building Just, Inclusive Economies](https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuse-offers-course-on-building-just-inclusive-economies/): Through a partnership with the Sorenson Impact Center, we're offering hours of information on "Designing Economies for People and the Planet" Through a partnership with the Sorenson Impact Center, we're offering hours of information on "Designing Economies for People and the Planet"
- [COP 27: On The Importance of Ecosystem Building](https://www.secondmuse.com/cop-27-on-the-importance-of-ecosystem-building/): SecondMuse's Shai Fogelson shares the biggest takeaways from his recent visit to the COP27 climate conference. SecondMuse's Shai Fogelson shares the biggest takeaways from his recent visit to the COP27 climate conference.
- [A Collaborative Model for Food Systems Change](https://www.secondmuse.com/a-collaborative-model-for-food-systems-change/): Food systems change and ecosystem design is a long game that calls for enduring relationships among and between food system practitioners, innovators, policymakers, investors, and corporate representatives. Food systems change and ecosystem design is a long game that calls for enduring relationships among and between food system practitioners, innovators, policymakers, investors, and corporate representatives.
- [On Gaps to Inclusive Entrepreneurship + Inspiring Signs of Change](https://www.secondmuse.com/on-gaps-to-inclusive-entrepreneurship-inspiring-signs-of-change/): In a recent SecondMuse webinar, panelists from across the entrepreneurial ecosystem talked about barriers to inclusive entrepreneurship and the work they're doing to spur change
- [To Changemakers: We See You, Thank You, Are Here For You](https://www.secondmuse.com/to-changemakers-we-see-you-thank-you-are-here-for-you/): On National Entrepreneurs' Day and every day, we strive to vigorously support Changemakers forging a more environmentally and socially just future. Here's how. On National Entrepreneurs' Day and every day, we strive to vigorously support Changemakers forging a more environmentally and socially just future. Here's how.
- [ClimateTech Ecosystem Convenes at Purpose-Driven Innovation Showcase](https://www.secondmuse.com/climatetech-ecosystem-convenes-at-purpose-driven-innovation-showcase/): The event, hosted by Scale for ClimateTech and the Consulate General of Canada in New York, was the first in-person climate event for many participants since COVID began. The event, hosted by Scale for ClimateTech and the Consulate General of Canada in New York, was the first in-person climate event for many participants since COVID began
- [The Art and Science of Collaboration at SecondMuse](https://www.secondmuse.com/the-art-and-science-of-collaboration-at-secondmuse/): A look under the hood at our approach to bringing people together. A look under the hood at our approach to bringing people together
- [Climate Change Solutions Exist. We’re Helping Bring Them to Fruition](https://www.secondmuse.com/climate-change-solutions-exist-were-helping-bring-them-to-fruition/): COP27, the upcoming UN Climate Conference, is calling for urgent action. Here is how we are supporting climate solutions. COP27, the upcoming UN Climate Conference, is calling for urgent action. Here is how we are supporting climate solutions.
- [Engaging Powerholders to Solve the World's Complex Problems](https://www.secondmuse.com/engaging-powerholders-to-solve-the-worlds-complex-problems/): As much as we need innovators and other emerging Changemakers with bold ideas to improve the world, so too do we need Powerholders who can bring those ideas to life. As much as we need innovators and other emerging Changemakers with bold ideas to improve the world, so too do we need Powerholders who can bring those ideas to life.
- [The World We're Building](https://www.secondmuse.com/the-world-were-building/): SecondMuse is building a world in which economies benefit people and protect the planet. Here's a portrait of what that might look like. SecondMuse is building a world in which economies benefit people and protect the planet. Here's a portrait of what that might look like.
- [Bettering The World, One Program at a Time](https://www.secondmuse.com/bettering-the-world-one-program-at-a-time/): SecondMuse's programs, across sectors and regions, are designed to generate lasting impact to better the world. SecondMuse's programs, across sectors and regions, are designed to generate lasting impact to better the world.
- [A New Initiative Asks, How We Can Abundantly Invest in Girls, Femmes and Gender-Expansive Youth of Color?](https://www.secondmuse.com/a-new-initiative-asks-how-we-can-abundantly-invest-in-girls-femmes-and-gender-expansive-youth-of-color/): SecondMuse Capital's latest Future Economy Lab is building a financial mechanism that could ramp up investment in millions of girls, femmes, and gender-expansive youth of Color. SecondMuse Capital's latest Future Economy Lab is building a financial mechanism that could ramp up investment in millions of girls, femmes, and gender-expansive youth of Color
- [What Gives Us Hope](https://www.secondmuse.com/what-gives-us-hope/): The news can be bleak. But these in-the-field moments inspire us and remind us of the progress that is underway. The news can be bleak. But these in-the-field moments inspire us and remind us of the progress that is underway.
- [Elevating Indigenous Food System Initiatives the World Can Learn From](https://www.secondmuse.com/elevating-indigenous-food-system-initiatives-the-world-can-learn-from/): SecondMuse is proud to support regenerative, sustainable and culturally appropriate food system projects that can be blueprints for a more climate-conscious world. SecondMuse is proud to support regenerative, sustainable and culturally appropriate food system projects that can be blueprints for a more climate-conscious world.
- [Our Latest Study Highlights Areas Entrepreneurs Can Benefit From Support](https://www.secondmuse.com/our-latest-study-highlights-areas-entrepreneurs-can-benefit-from-support/): SecondMuse's 2022 State of Entrepreneurship in the U.S. study finds that, in the face of challenges, entrepreneurs are deprioritizing corporate social responsibility issues.
- [The Incubation Network Director Talks Plastics And Where The Hope Lies](https://www.secondmuse.com/the-incubation-network-director-talks-plastics-and-where-the-hope-lies/): To mark Plastic Free July, SecondMuse's Director of Programs Laura Benns spoke with us about the state of circular plastic economies, and where she finds optimism amid the grim global plastic crisis.
- [Relational Wealth is Key to Climate Solutions, Todd Khozein Says](https://www.secondmuse.com/relational-wealth-is-key-to-climate-solutions-todd-khozein-says/): At the Green Summit, SecondMuse's Co-CEO explained why human bonds are essential for building resilient economies capable of withstanding any crisis.
- [Changemaking in 2021: A Look Back at a Year of Building Connections](https://www.secondmuse.com/changemaking-in-2021-a-look-back-at-a-year-of-building-connections/): Our recently released annual report digs into our global impact
- [In Indonesia, Driving Solutions to a Global Ocean Plastic Problem](https://www.secondmuse.com/in-indonesia-driving-solutions-to-a-global-ocean-plastic-problem/): The Ocean Plastic Prevention Accelerator's growing network is preventing thousands of tons of waste from polluting the environment.
- [Designing a Better Future for Collectively-Owned Organizations](https://www.secondmuse.com/designing-a-better-future-for-collectively-owned-organizations/): SecondMuse Capital's latest Future Economy Lab is addressing barriers limiting the potential of co-ops, credit unions, and other collectively-owned organizations.
- [Working Toward a World Where Everyone Can Show Up And Thrive](https://www.secondmuse.com/working-toward-a-world-where-everyone-can-show-up-and-thrive/): To mark Mental Health Awareness Month, we are sharing some ways we're working toward our vision of a world where everyone can be their best selves and be the protagonist of their future.
- [Sharpening Our Focus: SecondMuse Digs Deep Into Who We Are](https://www.secondmuse.com/sharpening-our-focus-secondmuse-digs-deep-into-who-we-are/): Through a months-long process, we reflected on our big global ambitions and put into words exactly how we're trying to accomplish our goals.
- [One Company's Journey to Scale Greener Buses and Trucks](https://www.secondmuse.com/one-companys-journey-to-scale-greener-buses-and-trucks/): In honor of Earth Day, we are spotlighting Unique Electric Solutions, a company at the forefront of electrifying trucks and buses after a timely boost from Scale For ClimateTech.
- [Pierre Paffenhoff Brings Deep Climate Tech Experience to New Role at SecondMuse Capital](https://www.secondmuse.com/pierre-paffenhoff-brings-deep-climate-tech-experience-to-new-role-at-secondmuse-capital/): The seasoned climate tech scout and investment manager will lead SecondMuse Capital's climate venture investing practice.
- [Bridging the Gap for Diverse, Early-Stage Innovators in Climate Tech](https://www.secondmuse.com/bridging-the-gap-for-diverse-early-stage-innovators-in-climate-tech/): Venture For ClimateTech is breaking down barriers to make a key sector more inclusive and robust.
- [Women From SecondMuse on Breaking Biases in Life and Work](https://www.secondmuse.com/women-from-secondmuse-on-breaking-biases-in-life-and-work/): To mark International Women's Day, we hosted a candid chat with women at SecondMuse who advance gender equity through different programs — GET Cities, The Incubation Network, and SecondMuse Capital.
- [Uplifting Young Black Men One Piece of Content at a Time](https://www.secondmuse.com/uplifting-young-black-men-one-piece-of-content-at-a-time/): In honor of Black History Month, we share the inside story of the inaugural Rooted and Rising Collective, Social Impact Accelerator driving positive content to young Black men.
- [Digital Delta Unlocks Key to Improving Digital Places for Young People](https://www.secondmuse.com/digital-delta-unlocks-key-to-improving-digital-places-for-young-people/): Headstream’s crowdsourced research tool identifies the most important drivers of adolescent wellbeing in the digital places where teens and young adults are coming of age.
- [Baking Gender Transformation into the Industries That Will Define Our Future](https://www.secondmuse.com/baking-gender-transformation-into-the-industries-that-will-define-our-future/): Our programming prioritizes the representation of women (and all historically marginalized groups) and designs economies intentionally to right the wrongs of a staggeringly unequal past. Our programming prioritizes the representation of women (and all historically marginalized groups) and designs economies intentionally to right the wrongs of a staggeringly unequal past.
- [10th Annual NASA International Space Apps Challenge](https://www.secondmuse.com/10th-annual-nasa-international-space-apps-challenge/): The purpose of the Space Apps Challenge is to build innovative solutions to challenges we face on Earth and in space using NASA and partner space agency data. The purpose of the Space Apps Challenge is to build innovative solutions to challenges we face on Earth and in space using NASA and partner space agency data.
- [Global Winners of the Earth Observation Dashboard Hackathon Make Better Sense of COVID’s Impact on Our Planet](https://www.secondmuse.com/global-winners-of-the-earth-observation-dashboard-hackathon-make-better-sense-of-covids-impact-on-our-planet/): The Earth Observation (EO) Dashboard Hackathon encouraged participants to use data observed from international space satellites to help us better document, analyze, and visualize Earth-changing shifts. The Earth Observation (EO) Dashboard Hackathon encouraged participants to use data observed from international space satellites to help us better document, analyze, and visualize Earth-changing shifts.
- [Key Takeaways from the Glasgow Climate Change Summit](https://www.secondmuse.com/key-takeaways-from-the-glasgow-climate-change-summit/): There have been some hopeful signs at COP26, says Chante Harris, Director of Climate Investment & Partnerships at SecondMuse and our representative at the conference. There have been some hopeful signs at COP26, says Chante Harris, Director of Climate Investment & Partnerships at SecondMuse and our representative at the conference.
- [Applying “Big Thinks” to Big Problems for Big Results](https://www.secondmuse.com/applying-big-thinks-to-big-problems-for-big-results/): In a Big Think, we engage partners within the ecosystem to help develop community-sourced solutions in an inclusive space free of power cultures. In a Big Think, we engage partners within the ecosystem to help develop community-sourced solutions in an inclusive space free of power cultures.
- [Headstream’s Collab Lab Driving Digital Youth Wellbeing](https://www.secondmuse.com/headstreams-collab-lab-driving-digital-youth-wellbeing/): Collab Lab brings together six teens from across the US with tech practitioners from platforms including Facebook, Twitch, and YouTube, to integrate youth co-creation into the technologies in a way that drives youth wellbeing. We encourage our team members to prioritize self-care so they can bring their full selves to the important work we do.
- [Morning Light’s Impact on Battle Creek’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem](https://www.secondmuse.com/morning-lights-impact-on-battle-creeks-entrepreneurial-ecosystem/): In Battle Creek, Michigan, SecondMuse collaborated with the W.K Kellogg Foundation to support local entrepreneurs and entrepreneur-support organizations and promote their collective growth. We encourage our team members to prioritize self-care so they can bring their full selves to the important work we do.
- [Employee Mental Health Can No Longer Be Outsourced](https://www.secondmuse.com/employee-mental-health-can-no-longer-be-outsourced/): We encourage our team members to prioritize self-care so they can bring their full selves to the important work we do. We encourage our team members to prioritize self-care so they can bring their full selves to the important work we do.
- [In tumultuous times, Gender Equality in Tech is more important than ever](https://www.secondmuse.com/in-tumultuous-times-gender-equality-in-tech-is-more-important-than-ever/): GET Cities opens opportunities for women, trans and non-binary individuals to break into tech fields by focusing on three pillars – academia, industry, and innovation. GET Cities opens opportunities for women, trans and non-binary individuals to break into tech fields by focusing on three pillars – academia, industry, and innovation.
- [Reflecting on SecondMuse’s Role in Meeting the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals](https://www.secondmuse.com/reflecting-on-secondmuses-role-in-meeting-the-2030-sustainable-development-goals/): SecondMuse is working towards the Sustainable Development Goals with the same approach we use to create positive changes in all of our work. SecondMuse is working towards the Sustainable Development Goals with the same approach we use to create positive changes in all of our work.
- [Our Road Map for Driving Positive Systemic and Social Change](https://www.secondmuse.com/our-road-map-for-driving-positive-systemic-and-social-change/): SecondMuse's Theory of Change maps our thinking and guides every project and activity we do towards our broader ambition of building thriving economic systems that advance social and environmental justice. In its inaugural year, For ClimateTech has supported a range of innovations that are key to addressing the climate crisis in the next 10 years.
- [Movember and SecondMuse Set Sights on Black Men's Mental Wellbeing](https://www.secondmuse.com/movember-and-secondmuse-set-sights-on-black-mens-mental-wellbeing/): Young Black men in the U.S. face a barrage of challenges that have limited their ability to truly thrive. In its inaugural year, For ClimateTech has supported a range of innovations that are key to addressing the climate crisis in the next 10 years.
- [Scaling Up the Urgent, Unsung Heroes of A Climate-Friendly Future](https://www.secondmuse.com/scaling-up-the-urgent-unsung-heroes-of-a-climate-friendly-future/): In its inaugural year, For ClimateTech has supported a range of innovations that are key to addressing the climate crisis in the next 10 years. In its inaugural year, For ClimateTech has supported a range of innovations that are key to addressing the climate crisis in the next 10 years.
- [Creating Digital Spaces for Human Thriving](https://www.secondmuse.com/creating-digital-spaces-for-human-thriving/): A conversation between SecondMuse's Todd Khozein and world renowned neuroscientist Dr. Richard J. Davidson about the opportunity to advance wellbeing for young people in digital spaces A conversation between SecondMuse's Todd Khozein and world-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Richard J. Davidson about the opportunity to advance wellbeing for young people in digital spaces
- [Plastic Free July: One Piece of a Complex Single-Use Puzzle](https://www.secondmuse.com/plastic-free-july-one-piece-of-a-complex-single-use-puzzle/): The annual campaign against consumer use of single-use plastics calls attention to one area of a complex, multifaceted issue. The annual campaign against consumer use of single-use plastics calls attention to one area of a complex, multifaceted issue.
- [Common Threads: Advancing Gender Equality From Climate Tech to Digital Spaces](https://www.secondmuse.com/common-threads-advancing-gender-equality-from-climate-tech-to-digital-spaces/): SecondMuse programs — no matter their primary cause — work to "lift women into their power." SecondMuse programs — no matter their primary cause — work to "lift women into their power."
- [Inside SecondMuse Capital's Future Economy Lab](https://www.secondmuse.com/inside-secondmuse-capitals-future-economy-lab/): The Lab has taken on barriers to entrepreneurship and inclusion in Québec's climate economy, education financing in the U.S., and now has its sights set on a range of new endeavors. The Lab has taken on barriers to entrepreneurship and inclusion in Québec's climate economy, education financing in the U.S., and now has its sights set on a range of new endeavors.
- [Common Threads: The Imperatives We Live And Design By](https://www.secondmuse.com/the-imperatives-we-live-and-design-by/): SecondMuse's eight action-oriented Imperatives ground our work and daily actions. SecondMuse's eight action-oriented Imperatives ground our work and daily actions
- ["What Are Your Impact Metrics?" New Headstream Tool Offers Answers](https://www.secondmuse.com/what-are-your-impact-metrics-new-headstream-tool-offers-answers/): Headstream’s Impact Navigator is a rare resource redefining the way entrepreneurs, investors and other stakeholders can measure the impact of digital technologies on youth wellbeing. Headstream’s Impact Navigator is a rare resource redefining the way entrepreneurs, investors and other stakeholders can measure the impact of digital technologies on youth wellbeing.
- [100 Years After Black Wall Street's Destruction, Black Tech Street Rises](https://www.secondmuse.com/100-years-after-black-wall-streets-destruction-black-tech-street-rises/): To mark the centennial of a racist massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma, SecondMuse spoke with the founder of Black Tech Street about his vision for a Black innovation movement rising from the site of the historic destruction. To mark the centennial of a racist massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma, SecondMuse spoke with our partner, the founder of Black Tech Street, about his vision for a Black innovation movement rising from the site of the historic destruction.
- [Common Threads: How We Build Communities Around Entrepreneurs](https://www.secondmuse.com/in-practice-how-we-build-communities-around-entrepreneurs/): Our programming — from innovation challenges to accelerators — are designed to build inclusive support networks around entrepreneurs. Our programming — from innovation challenges to accelerators — are designed to build inclusive support networks around entrepreneurs.
- [Common Threads: Why Community Runs Through Everything We Do At SecondMuse](https://www.secondmuse.com/our-common-threads-why-community-runs-through-everything-we-do-at-secondmuse/): Our series about the "common threads" that run through our various programs kicks off with a look at our approach to relationships and community Our own history is deeply intertwined with the history of hackathons, which have helped shape the way we think
- [SecondMuse’s Role in the History of Global Hackathons](https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuses-role-in-the-history-of-global-hackathons/): Our own history is deeply intertwined with the history of hackathons, which have helped shape the way we think
- [Humanizing the Virtual Space: A Guide to Inclusive Facilitation](https://www.secondmuse.com/humanizing-the-virtual-space-a-guide-to-inclusive-facilitation/): With group interactions moving online, we intentionally designed virtual spaces to make them more inclusive
- [On Earth Day and Every Day, Working to ‘Restore Our Earth’](https://www.secondmuse.com/on-earth-day-and-every-day-working-to-restore-our-earth/): This Earth Day, April 22, organizers are calling on all of us to "restore our Earth," a goal that is baked into our mission at SecondMuse
- [On Their Shoulders](https://www.secondmuse.com/on-their-shoulders/): As Women's History Month comes to a close, we reflect on some of the trailblazing women who inspire our work at SecondMuse.
- [Out of the Box Solutions to Barrier Reef Destruction Live On](https://www.secondmuse.com/out-of-the-box-solutions-to-barrier-reef-destruction-live-on/): The 2018 Out Of the Blue Box Innovation Challenge, spearheaded by SecondMuse and key partners, spurred innovation that continues to bring hope to one of the most vital but threatened marine ecosystems on Earth.
- [Building Community To Solve a Sustainable Seafood Challenge](https://www.secondmuse.com/building-community-to-solve-a-sustainable-seafood-challenge/): The Seafood Innovation Project fostered relationships that promise to improve Indonesia's critical seafood sector for years to come

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## Reports

- [State by State: Youth Mental Health Data](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/state-by-state-youth-mental-health-data/): Explore youth mental health data by state, including policies, funding landscapes, insurance coverage, and key statistics.
- [The Circular Venture Blueprint](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/the-circular-venture-blueprint/): The Circular Venture Blueprint was co-created by 14 organisations across Bengaluru and Nairobi, based on real experiences supporting circular economy...
- [The AI Economy Playbook: How Cities Can Drive Inclusive AI Transformation](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/the-ai-economy-playbook/): A guide for cities and states to build inclusive, future-ready AI economies.
- [Driving Circularity in Plastic Waste Management and Recycling in Thailand](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/driving-circularity-in-plastic-waste-management-and-recycling-in-thailand/): This final report captures the three-year effort to enhance Thailand's plastic waste management ecosystem through innovative solutions and targeted support.
- [Youth Co-Creation Framework](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/youth-co-creation-framework/): A practical tool to build more equitable programs, initiatives and strategies through youth collaboration.
- [Tech Equity Working Group Guide](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/tech-equity-working-group-guide/): Designed to help tech leaders and companies come together to address gender and racial inequities for historically excluded tech founders.
- [Regenerative Monterey Insights Report](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/regenerative-monterey-insights-report/): Key insights from the Regenerative Monterey initiative about the Tourism, Construction, Agriculture, and Blue Economy sectors.
- [Building Inclusive Local Ecosystems to Accelerate Gender Equity in Tech](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/building-inclusive-local-ecosystems-to-accelerate-gender-equity-in-tech/): GET Cities brought communities together, focusing on gender equity in tech data-driven approach to co-create solutions to test and scale in three American cities.
- [Exploring Single-Use Plastic Reduction Initiatives in Thailand](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/exploring-single-use-plastic-reduction-initiatives-in-thailand/): Profiles of five single-use plastic reduction initiatives in Thailand that SecondMuse closely collaborated with in 2023.
- [Technologist Retention at the Intersections](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/technologist-retention-at-the-intersections/): Learn more about technologists retention located in Chicago coming from multiple identities, and understand their experiences
- [Abundantly Investing in Girls, Femmes, and Gender Expansive Youth of Color](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/abundantly-investing-in-girls-femmes-and-gender-expansive-youth-of-color-summary-of-findings-2/): A financial mechanism to increase investment in girls, femmes, and gender-expansive youth of color.
- [Scale For ClimateTech Impact Report](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/impact-report-driving-the-path-to-decarbonization-through-scaling-climate-innovations/): Scaling and accelerating climate tech innovations.
- [Redefining Finance: Innovation Insights of the Future Economy Lab](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/redefining-finance-innovation-insights-of-the-future-economy-lab/): An overview of a collective journey towards transformative collaboration in an effort to build resilient economies.
- [2022 Impact Overview: Youth Co-Creation Programs](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/2022-impact-overview-youth-co-creation-programs-2/): Involving youth in co-creating new, inclusive technologies.
- [Digital Delta Interactive Data Map](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/digital-delta-interactive-data-map/): Digital Delta is a free crowdsourced research tool that identifies fundamental contributors to adolescent wellbeing in digital spaces.
- [Headstream Impact Navigator](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/headstream-impact-navigator/): A tool that provides entrepreneurs, institutions, and investors with a way to measure the impact of digital technologies on youth wellbeing
- [Inclusive Markets for Plastic Waste Management & Recycling in Asia](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/building-inclusive-markets-for-plastic-waste-management-recycling-in-south-and-southeast-asia/): Insights from WMR programs in South and Southeast Asia.
- [Climate Co-Investor Tracker](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/climate-co-investor-tracker/): Using the Climate Co-Investor Tracker to map investments, advance climate justice and strengthen the ecosystem.
- [Guide to Impact Incubation and Acceleration](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/guide-to-impact-incubation-and-acceleration-collaborative-insights-and-strategies/): Learnings from running impact-focused incubation and acceleration.
- [Mapping and Analysis of Entrepreneurial Ecosystems Incubators and Accelerators in the Asia-Pacific](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/mapping-and-analysis-of-entrepreneurial-ecosystems-incubators-and-accelerators-in-the-asia-pacific-2/): This report provides a marco, meso, and micro level analysis in understanding the entrepreneurial ecosystems of the Asia-Pacific region.
- [Rethinking Plastic Waste in Thailand](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/rethinking-plastic-waste-in-thailand/): Opportunities to advance circular economy, reduce plastic waste in Thailand, and case studies of how these opportunities are being met.
- [The Single-Use Plastics Challenge](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/the-single-use-plastics-challenge/): Designed to support market entry, acceleration and adoption of upstream alternatives to single-use plastics.
- [LAUNCH Food Report](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/launch-food-report/): LAUNCH Food Report showcases key learnings from our global innovation program that supported world-class innovators to improve health outcomes
- [Morning Light: A Celebration of Three Years](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/morning-light-a-celebration-of-three-years/): An overview, key outcomes and recommendations from the Morning Light program.
- [Food System Vision Prize: Insights & Impact](https://www.secondmuse.com/report/food-system-vision-prize-insights-impact/): Explore the impact of the Food System Vision Prize and its Visionaries—real-world solutions, bold progress, and ways to drive change.

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Youth mental health is now an economic imperative. The solutions exist, what’s missing is the infrastructure to scale them globally.

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Join Headstream's annual mixer at Behavioral Health Tech. This space is designed to celebrate the impactful work of 23 entrepreneurs who are partnering with Headstream to grow their impact and businesses through the Accelerator and Residency programs.

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Join SecondMuse at the 2025 Mental Health America Conference to explore co-creation in youth mental health. Learn how youth-led initiatives like Headstream's Youth Collective drive culturally informed, impactful solutions through advisory groups, collaborative design and trusted partnerships.

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Join Headstream’s webinar on October 20, 2025, to explore modern youth loneliness, digital culture’s impact and strategies for building meaningful connections online.

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Join Scale For ClimateTech on September 23rd for a day of showcasing the 18 innovators of Cohort 6.

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Join SecondMuse, Economics of Mutuality and other partners for an interactive workshop series at Impact Week 2025 in Singapore on designing and financing economies that serve people and the planet.

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Inspired by a recent discussion at the ISRII 13th Scientific Meeting, we explored what it takes to build a trustworthy digital mental health ecosystem for young people.

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> Insights from the 2025 Venture For ClimateTech Global Innovation Challenge reveal the landscape for early-stage climate tech, highlighting critical needs and the support systems driving climate solutions.

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Our analysis of the 2025 Venture For ClimateTech (V4C) Global Innovation Challenge provides a deep dive into early-stage climate entrepreneurs. We uncover key trends in climate innovation, examine diverse founder demographics, and identify the crucial support these nascent startups need to develop solutions for a sustainable future.

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> Learn how tech innovation and collaboration are tackling the growing crisis and building trust in digital care for youth mental health.

- Published: 2025-05-27
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- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/the-future-of-youth-mental-health-transforming-existing-care-models/
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Technology, especially social media and artificial intelligence (AI), is often blamed for the decline in youth mental health. While these concerns are valid, Santi Dewa Ayu, our Senior Program Manager, examines how key stakeholders can responsibly leverage technology to support youth mental health/

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> The forces shaping circular economy trends: AI and robotics, policies and EPR regulations, consumer demands. Opportunities lie in supply chains, construction, bioplastics and food waste.

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Neisan Massarrat, SecondMuse's Head of Consulting, shares what’s driving the circular economy in 2025, where opportunities lie in supply chains, construction, bioplastics and food waste.

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> Todd Khozein will explore the climate fund landscape at the 2025 Wall Street Green Summit alongside 40 climate tech experts.

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Join Todd Khozein as he explores the climate fund landscape at the 2025 Wall Street Green Summit alongside 40 climate tech experts.

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> EnviroMETS and SecondMuse are developing funding models to transform Queensland’s mining regions, creating jobs and improving social and environmental outcomes.

- Published: 2025-02-05
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EnviroMETS (Qld) Limited and SecondMuse are teaming up to develop innovative funding models that support Queensland’s mining regions. This partnership aims to drive economic transformation, sustain communities, create jobs, and enhance environmental and social outcomes.

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> Todd Khozein joins a panel in Davos with Mantra Health, Ortus Foundation and Kids Help Phone to discuss youth mental health.

- Published: 2025-01-16
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Todd Khozein joins an amazing panel in Davos with Mantra Health, Ortus Foundation and Kids Help Phone to discuss how we can transform youth mental health through co-creating innovative solutions.

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> A new approach to employee learning and collaboration across teams and time zones is already driving innovation.

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A new approach to employee learning and collaboration across teams and time zones is already driving innovation.

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> David Ball dives into solutions that can support youth mental health amid election stress, from digital spaces to mental health resources.

- Published: 2024-11-01
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David Ball explores solutions for youth mental health as they face the stress of today’s high-stakes election. From digital support spaces to increased mental health resources, learn how advocates, policymakers, and community leaders can help teens and young adults navigate politically charged times and build resilience.

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> Let’s explore how reuse and refill strategies can reduce plastic waste at a webinar hosted by SecondMuse and the IAGPT.

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Join us for an insightful webinar, hosted by SecondMuse and the Innovation Alliance for a Global Plastics Treaty (IAGPT), where we dive deep into the power of reuse and refill solutions as game-changers in tackling the plastic crisis.

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> Headstream's October webinar explores how we can select, support, and combine capital for youth mental health innovations.

- Published: 2024-10-09
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- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/how-a-spectrum-of-capital-supports-innovations-in-youth-mental-health/
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The Headstream Innovation program by SecondMuse will be exploring how we can select, support, and combine capital for youth mental health innovations. Take part in this insightful webinar and let’s supercharge youth mental health projects together!

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> Fireside chat with Todd Khozein and Jade Garrett at Newlab New Climate Futures event on accelerating climate tech.

- Published: 2024-09-17
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- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/fireside-chat-with-todd-khozein-and-jade-garrett-at-the-newlab-new-climate-futures/
- Categories: Climate Event
Explore best practices and challenges in accelerating innovative climate technologies by underrepresented founders for underserved communities at this fireside chat with Todd Khozein and Jade Garrett.

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- Published: 2024-09-17
- Modified: 2025-12-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/for-climatetech-2024-innovation-showcase/
- Categories: Climate Event
Join For ClimateTech, SecondMuse, NextCorps, and NYSERDA at Newlab for the 2024 For ClimateTech Innovation Showcase—a full day of pitches, panels, and networking opportunities.

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> Join Todd Khozein, CEO of SecondMuse, at the Climate Tech Investors Summit during Climate Week NYC to gain insights on the climate tech landscape.

- Published: 2024-09-16
- Modified: 2025-01-02
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/join-us-at-the-climate-tech-investors-summit-during-climate-week-nyc/
- Categories: Climate Event
Gain key strategies, challenges and best practices to help climate tech entrepreneurs navigate the unique hurdles of the sector at the Climate Tech Investors Summit.

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- Published: 2024-09-13
- Modified: 2025-12-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/sea-of-solutions-2024-scaling-reuse-refill-strategies-for-success/
- Categories: Climate Event
Join our Program Manager, Sing-Suen Soon, and other industry experts including Darina Maulana, Kasia Weina and Dagny Tucker next week at SEA of Solutions 2024 panel on "Scaling Reuse and Refill: Strategies for Success".

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> The Journey program brought together young minds to tackle waste management challenges and reimagine a circular economy in Bengaluru.

- Published: 2024-09-06
- Modified: 2024-09-16
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/the-journey-2024-advancing-a-circular-economy-in-bengaluru/
- Categories: Climate
The Journey program brought together young minds to tackle waste management challenges and reimagine a circular economy. From hands-on workshops to real-world solutions, this two-week immersive experience is shaping future leaders in sustainability.

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> Key insights and highlights from our online strategic dialogue and workshop on Reuse in South and Southeast Asia.

- Published: 2024-08-16
- Modified: 2024-08-16
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/from-policy-challenges-to-consumer-awareness-insights-from-the-reuse-in-south-and-southeast-asia-workshop/
- Categories: Climate
At our recent strategic dialogue and workshop with InOff Plastic and The Reuse Portal, diverse group of corporations, government, and non-profits came together to unpack common challenges and offer innovative strategies to drive the implementation of reuse and refill models in South and Southeast Asia.

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> Upstream solutions play a key role in eradicating single-use plastics from supply chains and help corporates meet plastic reduction goals.

- Published: 2024-07-22
- Modified: 2024-07-22
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/how-corporations-can-turn-the-tide-on-global-plastic-pollution/
- Categories: Climate
The Upstream Lab by SecondMuse and InOff Plastic is designed to help companies meet their plastic targets and implement large-scale reuse and refill models, cutting down on single-use plastic packaging.

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> Join our online workshop to exchange insights and explore opportunities for implementing and scaling Reuse solutions in Asia.

- Published: 2024-07-11
- Modified: 2025-01-02
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/strategic-dialogue-workshop-on-reuse-in-south-and-southeast-asia/
- Categories: Climate Event
Join our online workshop to exchange insights, discuss innovative Reuse solutions, and explore opportunities for implementing and scaling them in South and Southeast Asia.

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> Insights from Laura, Sabrina, and Marie on how we are prioritizing equality and inclusion into our programs.

- Published: 2024-03-26
- Modified: 2024-04-02
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/investing-in-equality/
- Categories: Climate, Equity, Tech
Featuring insights from three incredible women on our team as they share stories and learnings from running our programs that are building diverse and inclusive economies across key sectors.

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> Climate conferences are crucial to accelerate the race to net-zero. Read more to see our predictions on major talking points and issues.

- Published: 2024-02-26
- Modified: 2024-02-26
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/upcoming-climate-conferences-highlights-of-2024/
- Categories: Climate
As the 2030 target for halving global emissions and capping temperature rises is inching closer, climate conferences serve as the epicenter of conversations that can ignite change, spotlight solutions, and accelerate the race to net-zero. The SecondMuse team shares predictions on major discussion points and the possible outcomes on tackling climate change.

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> Key takeaways from COP28 in Dubai as SecondMuse reflects on the finance, innovators, deadlocks, and breakthroughs of climate change.

- Published: 2024-02-13
- Modified: 2024-02-26
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/cop28-highs-lows-and-a-collaborative-way-forward/
- Categories: Climate
Following COP28 in Dubai, Simon Baldwin, Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific, and Angela Noronha, Regional Director of Growth, share key takeaways and observations on collaborative climate solutions, navigating deadlocks and fostering inclusivity.

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> A look back at Verge23, the leading climate tech event bringing together change-makers from business, government, and startups to accelerate solutions to address the climate crisis with SecondMuse's Scale For ClimateTech Team. A look back at Verge23, the leading climate tech event bringing together change-makers from business, government, and startups to accelerate solutions to address the climate crisis with SecondMuse's Scale For ClimateTech Team.

- Published: 2023-12-08
- Modified: 2024-02-13
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuses-for-climatetech-team-connects-with-innovators-and-investors-at-verge23-the-leading-climate-tech-event/
- Categories: Climate
A look back at Verge23, the leading climate tech event bringing together change-makers from business, government, and startups to accelerate solutions to address the climate crisis with SecondMuse's Scale For ClimateTech Team.

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> SecondMuse's Scale for ClimateTech Team recently attended Fuzehub’s annual New York State Innovation Summit, which brought together hundreds of entrepreneurs, manufacturers, government organizations, universities, incubators, and manufacturing support programs, to share learnings and opportunities for commercializing technologies and promoting economic growth in New York State and beyond. SecondMuse's Scale for ClimateTech Team shared learnings and opportunities for commercializing climate tech and promoting economic growth at Fuzehub’s annual New York State Innovation Summit.

- Published: 2023-11-16
- Modified: 2023-12-06
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/scale-for-climatetechs-role-in-enhancing-new-york-states-climate-tech-innovation-ecosystem-key-insights-from-fuzehubs-annual-innovation-summit/
- Categories: Climate
SecondMuse's Scale for ClimateTech Team recently attended Fuzehub’s annual New York State Innovation Summit, which brought together hundreds of entrepreneurs, manufacturers, government organizations, universities, incubators, and manufacturing support programs, to share learnings and opportunities for commercializing technologies and promoting economic growth in New York State and beyond.

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> Climate change is undeniably one of the most pressing challenges of our time. At the recent Financial Times Energy Transition Summit, Todd Khozein, CEO and Co-founder of SecondMuse spoke at a panel, emphasizing that "The future of clean energy is not just about innovation but also collaboration. Together, we can redefine the energy landscape. "The future of clean energy is not just about innovation but also collaboration. Together, we can redefine the energy landscape." said Todd Khozein, CEO and Co-founder of SecondMuse at Financial Times Energy Transition Summit.

- Published: 2023-11-10
- Modified: 2023-12-06
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/investing-in-tomorrow-advancing-clean-energy-and-environmental-solutions/
- Categories: Climate
Climate change is undeniably one of the most pressing challenges of our time. At the recent Financial Times Energy Transition Summit, Todd Khozein, CEO and Co-founder of SecondMuse spoke at a panel, emphasizing that "The future of clean energy is not just about innovation but also collaboration. Together, we can redefine the energy landscape.

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> SecondMuse Capital’s climate fund furthers its mission to incentivize innovations contributing to economic resilience and sustainability.

- Published: 2023-10-10
- Modified: 2023-11-27
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuse-capital-announces-seed-investment-in-pulse-industrial/
- Categories: Announcements, Capital, Tech
The investment reinforces SecondMuse Capital’s mission to finance economies of the future that incentivize innovations contributing to economic resilience and sustainability.

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> On this World Mental Health Day, we want to acknowledge that our professional demands often encroach upon personal spaces, making work-life balance, wellness, and mental health more crucial than ever.

- Published: 2023-10-10
- Modified: 2023-12-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/striking-the-right-balance-secondmuses-blueprint-for-mental-health-and-wellness/
- Categories: Equity
On this World Mental Health Day, October 10, 2023, we want to acknowledge that our professional demands often encroach upon personal spaces, making work-life balance more crucial than ever. At SecondMuse, we see this balance as more than a corporate responsibility.

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> The Climate Co-Investor Tracker was launched to better track investment flows, gaps and opportunities in the climate tech space. Designed and developed by SecondMuse and Vibrant Data Labs, supported by NYSERDA and Impact Alpha, and drawing on data from Crunchbase, the tool takes users one step closer understanding how the ecosystem operates.

- Published: 2023-08-03
- Modified: 2023-12-06
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/using-the-climate-co-investor-tracker-to-map-investments-advance-climate-justice-and-strengthen-the-ecosystem-introduction/
- Categories: Climate, Data & Tech
The Climate Co-Investor Tracker was launched to better track the funding flows, gaps and opportunities in the climate tech space. Designed and developed by SecondMuse and Vibrant Data Labs, supported by NYSERDA and Impact Alpha, and drawing on data from Crunchbase, the tool takes users one step closer understanding how the ecosystem operates.

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> Program Manager of Circularity, Titus Loh, shares key learnings on innovative entrepreneurship from the Thailand Waste Management & Recycling Academy.

- Published: 2023-07-20
- Modified: 2023-12-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/innovative-entrepreneurship-driving-change-in-thailands-waste-management-landscape/
- Categories: Climate
Program Manager of Circularity, Titus Loh, shares key learnings from the Thailand Waste Management & Recycling Academy.

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> SecondMuse, along with our main partner, The Circulate Initiative, is proud to successfully conclude this three-year initiative to enable and uplift the plastic waste innovation ecosystem in South and Southeast Asia with the support of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, Circulate Capital, ECCA Family Foundation, Global Affairs Canada, and other funders.

- Published: 2023-06-30
- Modified: 2025-01-02
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/working-together-to-empower-change-insights-from-the-avpn-global-conference-2023/
- Categories: Climate Event
Our insights and highlights from the AVPN Global Conference 2023.

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> Headstream is empowering LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC youths to co-create a safe and inclusive digital space for a positive impact on youth mental health.

- Published: 2023-06-26
- Modified: 2024-01-16
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/turning-the-tides-of-the-digital-age-headstreams-stand-for-lgbtqia-youth-in-tech/
- Categories: Tech
How Headstream is empowering young people, particularly those from the LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, to co-create safe experiences online and help reshape the digital landscape to be more inclusive.

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> Discover on our report how the program supported 69 New York-based companies on their journey on manufacturing scale-up within climate tech.

- Published: 2023-06-19
- Modified: 2023-12-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuse-releases-scale-for-climatetech-2023-impact-report/
- Categories: Climate
The program supported 69 New York based companies on their journey to making manufacturing more accessible to scale up production quickly to meet demand.

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> The Incubation Network delivered Inclusive Markets programs for plastic waste system, which supported 22 projects over a period of 12 to 18 months.

- Published: 2023-05-29
- Modified: 2023-12-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/vital-learnings-from-our-work-in-building-inclusive-plastic-waste-systems-in-south-and-southeast-asia/
- Categories: Climate
The Incubation Network delivered Inclusive Markets programs, which supported 22 projects over a period of 12 to 18 months.

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> Headstream team members gave their perspectives on the state of young people’s mental health and discussed how they advocate for it.

- Published: 2023-05-25
- Modified: 2024-01-16
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/headstream-takes-on-mental-health-awareness-month/
- Categories: Tech
Headstream team members gave their perspectives on the state of young people’s mental health and discussed how they advocate for it.

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> As part of the World Circular Economy Forum 2023, SecondMuse and KPMG in Singapore’s Business Foundry are hosting an evening of insights, discussion, and networking to advance circular economies in Southeast Asia.

- Published: 2023-05-15
- Modified: 2025-01-02
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/join-us-at-world-circular-economy-forum-2023/
- Categories: Climate Event
Join us for an evening of insights, discussion, and networking to advance circular economies in Southeast Asia.

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> We identified several gaps when it comes to climate tech fund for New York State companies at pivotal points in achieving commercialization.

- Published: 2023-04-04
- Modified: 2023-12-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/scaling-impactful-climate-technology-with-alternative-funding/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
While completing a gap analysis of the New York State climate tech community, we identified several funding gaps for hardware companies at pivotal points in achieving commercialization. MEIR helps to fill these gaps.

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> SecondMuse is proud to successfully conclude an initiative to uplift the plastic waste innovation ecosystem in South and Southeast Asia.

- Published: 2023-03-27
- Modified: 2023-12-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/addressing-ocean-plastic-pollution-three-key-insights-from-the-incubation-network/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
SecondMuse, along with our main partner, The Circulate Initiative, is proud to successfully conclude this three-year initiative to enable and uplift the plastic waste innovation ecosystem in South and Southeast Asia with the support of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste, Circulate Capital, ECCA Family Foundation, Global Affairs Canada, and other funders.

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> More women are in tech professions and leading tech businesses than ever, but the gender gap in science, technology, and entrepreneurship is far from closed.

- Published: 2023-02-13
- Modified: 2025-06-02
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/closing-the-gender-gap-in-tech-and-entrepreneurship/
- Categories: Equity, Gender & Race
There are more women in tech professions and leading tech businesses than ever before. But the gender gap in science, technology and entrepreneurship is far from closed.

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> SecondMuse Co-CEOs Carrie Freeman and Todd Khozein reflect on a year of high stakes and validation.

- Published: 2022-12-22
- Modified: 2023-12-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/hitting-a-new-stride-in-2022-with-help-from-our-partners-and-team/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
SecondMuse Co-CEOs Carrie Freeman and Todd Khozein reflect on a year of high stakes and validation.

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> Through a partnership with the Sorenson Impact Center, we're offering hours of information on "Designing Economies for People and the Planet" Through a partnership with the Sorenson Impact Center, we're offering hours of information on "Designing Economies for People and the Planet"

- Published: 2022-12-09
- Modified: 2022-12-14
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuse-offers-course-on-building-just-inclusive-economies/
- Categories: Announcements
Through a partnership with the Sorenson Impact Center, we're offering hours of information on "Designing Economies for People and the Planet"

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> SecondMuse's Shai Fogelson shares the biggest takeaways from his recent visit to the COP27 climate conference. SecondMuse's Shai Fogelson shares the biggest takeaways from his recent visit to the COP27 climate conference.

- Published: 2022-11-30
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/cop-27-on-the-importance-of-ecosystem-building/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
SecondMuse's Shai Fogelson shares the biggest takeaways from his recent visit to the COP27 climate conference.

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> Food systems change and ecosystem design is a long game that calls for enduring relationships among and between food system practitioners, innovators, policymakers, investors, and corporate representatives. Food systems change and ecosystem design is a long game that calls for enduring relationships among and between food system practitioners, innovators, policymakers, investors, and corporate representatives.

- Published: 2022-11-17
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/a-collaborative-model-for-food-systems-change/
- Categories: Climate, Food
Food systems change and ecosystem design is a long game that calls for enduring relationships among and between food system practitioners, innovators, policymakers, investors, and corporate representatives.

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> In a recent SecondMuse webinar, panelists from across the entrepreneurial ecosystem talked about barriers to inclusive entrepreneurship and the work they're doing to spur change

- Published: 2022-11-14
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/on-gaps-to-inclusive-entrepreneurship-inspiring-signs-of-change/
- Categories: Capital, Equity
In a recent SecondMuse webinar, panelists from across the entrepreneurial ecosystem talked about barriers to inclusive entrepreneurship and the work they're doing to spur change.

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> On National Entrepreneurs' Day and every day, we strive to vigorously support Changemakers forging a more environmentally and socially just future. Here's how. On National Entrepreneurs' Day and every day, we strive to vigorously support Changemakers forging a more environmentally and socially just future. Here's how.

- Published: 2022-11-07
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/to-changemakers-we-see-you-thank-you-are-here-for-you/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
On National Entrepreneurs' Day and every day, we strive to vigorously support Changemakers forging a more environmentally and socially just future. Here's how.

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> The event, hosted by Scale for ClimateTech and the Consulate General of Canada in New York, was the first in-person climate event for many participants since COVID began. The event, hosted by Scale for ClimateTech and the Consulate General of Canada in New York, was the first in-person climate event for many participants since COVID began

- Published: 2022-11-07
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/climatetech-ecosystem-convenes-at-purpose-driven-innovation-showcase/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
The event, hosted by Scale for ClimateTech and the Consulate General of Canada in New York, was the first in-person climate event for many participants since COVID began.

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> A look under the hood at our approach to bringing people together. A look under the hood at our approach to bringing people together

- Published: 2022-11-03
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/the-art-and-science-of-collaboration-at-secondmuse/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
A look under the hood at our approach to bringing people together.

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> COP27, the upcoming UN Climate Conference, is calling for urgent action. Here is how we are supporting climate solutions. COP27, the upcoming UN Climate Conference, is calling for urgent action. Here is how we are supporting climate solutions.

- Published: 2022-11-01
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/climate-change-solutions-exist-were-helping-bring-them-to-fruition/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
COP27, the upcoming UN Climate Conference, is calling for urgent action. Here is how we are supporting climate solutions.

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> As much as we need innovators and other emerging Changemakers with bold ideas to improve the world, so too do we need Powerholders who can bring those ideas to life. As much as we need innovators and other emerging Changemakers with bold ideas to improve the world, so too do we need Powerholders who can bring those ideas to life.

- Published: 2022-10-25
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/engaging-powerholders-to-solve-the-worlds-complex-problems/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
As much as we need innovators and other emerging Changemakers with bold ideas to improve the world, so too do we need Powerholders who can bring those ideas to life.

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> SecondMuse is building a world in which economies benefit people and protect the planet. Here's a portrait of what that might look like. SecondMuse is building a world in which economies benefit people and protect the planet. Here's a portrait of what that might look like.

- Published: 2022-10-20
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/the-world-were-building/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
SecondMuse is building a world in which economies benefit people and protect the planet. Here's a portrait of what that might look like.

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> SecondMuse's programs, across sectors and regions, are designed to generate lasting impact to better the world. SecondMuse's programs, across sectors and regions, are designed to generate lasting impact to better the world.

- Published: 2022-10-20
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/bettering-the-world-one-program-at-a-time/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
SecondMuse's programs, across sectors and regions, are designed to generate lasting impact to better the world.

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> SecondMuse Capital's latest Future Economy Lab is building a financial mechanism that could ramp up investment in millions of girls, femmes, and gender-expansive youth of Color. SecondMuse Capital's latest Future Economy Lab is building a financial mechanism that could ramp up investment in millions of girls, femmes, and gender-expansive youth of Color

- Published: 2022-09-15
- Modified: 2023-11-17
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/a-new-initiative-asks-how-we-can-abundantly-invest-in-girls-femmes-and-gender-expansive-youth-of-color/
- Categories: Capital, Equity
SecondMuse Capital's latest Future Economy Lab is building a financial mechanism that could ramp up investment in millions of girls, femmes, and gender-expansive youth of Color.

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> The news can be bleak. But these in-the-field moments inspire us and remind us of the progress that is underway. The news can be bleak. But these in-the-field moments inspire us and remind us of the progress that is underway.

- Published: 2022-08-18
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/what-gives-us-hope/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
The news can be bleak. But these in-the-field moments inspire us and remind us of the progress that is underway.

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> SecondMuse is proud to support regenerative, sustainable and culturally appropriate food system projects that can be blueprints for a more climate-conscious world. SecondMuse is proud to support regenerative, sustainable and culturally appropriate food system projects that can be blueprints for a more climate-conscious world.

- Published: 2022-08-09
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/elevating-indigenous-food-system-initiatives-the-world-can-learn-from/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
SecondMuse is proud to support regenerative, sustainable and culturally appropriate food system projects that can be blueprints for a more climate-conscious world.

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> SecondMuse's 2022 State of Entrepreneurship in the U.S. study finds that, in the face of challenges, entrepreneurs are deprioritizing corporate social responsibility issues.

- Published: 2022-07-21
- Modified: 2022-10-13
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/our-latest-study-highlights-areas-entrepreneurs-can-benefit-from-support/
- Categories: Announcements
SecondMuse's 2022 State of Entrepreneurship in the U.S. study finds that, in the face of challenges, entrepreneurs are deprioritizing corporate social responsibility issues.

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> To mark Plastic Free July, SecondMuse's Director of Programs Laura Benns spoke with us about the state of circular plastic economies, and where she finds optimism amid the grim global plastic crisis.

- Published: 2022-07-20
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/the-incubation-network-director-talks-plastics-and-where-the-hope-lies/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
To mark Plastic Free July, SecondMuse's Director of Programs Laura Benns spoke with us about the state of circular plastic economies, and where she finds optimism amid the grim global plastic crisis.

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> At the Green Summit, SecondMuse's Co-CEO explained why human bonds are essential for building resilient economies capable of withstanding any crisis.

- Published: 2022-06-13
- Modified: 2023-11-17
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/relational-wealth-is-key-to-climate-solutions-todd-khozein-says/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
At the Green Summit, SecondMuse's Co-CEO explained why human bonds are essential for building resilient economies capable of withstanding any crisis.

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> Our recently released annual report digs into our global impact

- Published: 2022-06-01
- Modified: 2022-10-19
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/changemaking-in-2021-a-look-back-at-a-year-of-building-connections/
- Categories: Announcements
Our recently released annual report digs into our global impact .

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> The Ocean Plastic Prevention Accelerator's growing network is preventing thousands of tons of waste from polluting the environment.

- Published: 2022-05-31
- Modified: 2024-01-16
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/in-indonesia-driving-solutions-to-a-global-ocean-plastic-problem/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
The Ocean Plastic Prevention Accelerator's growing network is preventing thousands of tons of waste from polluting the environment.

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> SecondMuse Capital's latest Future Economy Lab is addressing barriers limiting the potential of co-ops, credit unions, and other collectively-owned organizations.

- Published: 2022-05-30
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/designing-a-better-future-for-collectively-owned-organizations/
- Categories: Capital, Equity
SecondMuse Capital's latest Future Economy Lab is addressing barriers limiting the potential of co-ops, credit unions, and other collectively-owned organizations.

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> To mark Mental Health Awareness Month, we are sharing some ways we're working toward our vision of a world where everyone can be their best selves and be the protagonist of their future.

- Published: 2022-05-01
- Modified: 2023-06-22
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/working-toward-a-world-where-everyone-can-show-up-and-thrive/
- Categories: Uncategorized
To mark Mental Health Awareness Month, we are sharing some ways we're working toward our vision of a world where everyone can be their best selves and be the protagonist of their future.

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> Through a months-long process, we reflected on our big global ambitions and put into words exactly how we're trying to accomplish our goals.

- Published: 2022-04-21
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/sharpening-our-focus-secondmuse-digs-deep-into-who-we-are/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
Through a months-long process, we reflected on our big global ambitions and put into words exactly how we're trying to accomplish our goals.

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> In honor of Earth Day, we are spotlighting Unique Electric Solutions, a company at the forefront of electrifying trucks and buses after a timely boost from Scale For ClimateTech.

- Published: 2022-04-19
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/one-companys-journey-to-scale-greener-buses-and-trucks/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
In honor of Earth Day, we are spotlighting Unique Electric Solutions, a company at the forefront of electrifying trucks and buses after a timely boost from Scale For ClimateTech.

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> The seasoned climate tech scout and investment manager will lead SecondMuse Capital's climate venture investing practice.

- Published: 2022-03-29
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/pierre-paffenhoff-brings-deep-climate-tech-experience-to-new-role-at-secondmuse-capital/
- Categories: Capital, Equity
The seasoned climate tech scout and investment manager will lead SecondMuse Capital's climate venture investing practice.

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> Venture For ClimateTech is breaking down barriers to make a key sector more inclusive and robust.

- Published: 2022-03-16
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/bridging-the-gap-for-diverse-early-stage-innovators-in-climate-tech/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
Venture For ClimateTech is breaking down barriers to make a key sector more inclusive and robust.

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> To mark International Women's Day, we hosted a candid chat with women at SecondMuse who advance gender equity through different programs — GET Cities, The Incubation Network, and SecondMuse Capital.

- Published: 2022-03-08
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/women-from-secondmuse-on-breaking-biases-in-life-and-work/
- Categories: Equity, Gender & Race
To mark International Women's Day, we hosted a candid chat with women at SecondMuse who advance gender equity through different programs — GET Cities, The Incubation Network, and SecondMuse Capital.

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> In honor of Black History Month, we share the inside story of the inaugural Rooted and Rising Collective, Social Impact Accelerator driving positive content to young Black men.

- Published: 2022-02-28
- Modified: 2023-11-17
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/uplifting-young-black-men-one-piece-of-content-at-a-time/
- Categories: Equity, Gender & Race, Tech
In honor of Black History Month, we share the inside story of the inaugural Rooted and Rising Collective, Social Impact Accelerator driving positive content to young Black men.

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> Headstream’s crowdsourced research tool identifies the most important drivers of adolescent wellbeing in the digital places where teens and young adults are coming of age.

- Published: 2022-02-25
- Modified: 2022-03-02
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/digital-delta-unlocks-key-to-improving-digital-places-for-young-people/
- Categories: Tech
Headstream’s crowdsourced research tool identifies the most important drivers of adolescent wellbeing in the digital places where teens and young adults are coming of age.

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> Our programming prioritizes the representation of women (and all historically marginalized groups) and designs economies intentionally to right the wrongs of a staggeringly unequal past. Our programming prioritizes the representation of women (and all historically marginalized groups) and designs economies intentionally to right the wrongs of a staggeringly unequal past.

- Published: 2022-01-17
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/baking-gender-transformation-into-the-industries-that-will-define-our-future/
- Categories: Equity, Gender & Race
Our programming prioritizes the representation of women (and all historically marginalized groups) and designs economies intentionally to right the wrongs of a staggeringly unequal past.

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> The purpose of the Space Apps Challenge is to build innovative solutions to challenges we face on Earth and in space using NASA and partner space agency data. The purpose of the Space Apps Challenge is to build innovative solutions to challenges we face on Earth and in space using NASA and partner space agency data.

- Published: 2022-01-14
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/10th-annual-nasa-international-space-apps-challenge/
- Categories: Climate, Data & Tech
The purpose of the Space Apps Challenge is to build innovative solutions to challenges we face on Earth and in space using NASA and partner space agency data.

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> The Earth Observation (EO) Dashboard Hackathon encouraged participants to use data observed from international space satellites to help us better document, analyze, and visualize Earth-changing shifts. The Earth Observation (EO) Dashboard Hackathon encouraged participants to use data observed from international space satellites to help us better document, analyze, and visualize Earth-changing shifts.

- Published: 2022-01-11
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/global-winners-of-the-earth-observation-dashboard-hackathon-make-better-sense-of-covids-impact-on-our-planet/
- Categories: Climate, Data & Tech
The Earth Observation (EO) Dashboard Hackathon encouraged participants to use data observed from international space satellites to help us better document, analyze, and visualize Earth-changing shifts.

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> There have been some hopeful signs at COP26, says Chante Harris, Director of Climate Investment & Partnerships at SecondMuse and our representative at the conference. There have been some hopeful signs at COP26, says Chante Harris, Director of Climate Investment & Partnerships at SecondMuse and our representative at the conference.

- Published: 2022-01-06
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/key-takeaways-from-the-glasgow-climate-change-summit/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
There have been some hopeful signs at COP26, says Chante Harris, Director of Climate Investment & Partnerships at SecondMuse and our representative at the conference.

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> In a Big Think, we engage partners within the ecosystem to help develop community-sourced solutions in an inclusive space free of power cultures. In a Big Think, we engage partners within the ecosystem to help develop community-sourced solutions in an inclusive space free of power cultures.

- Published: 2021-12-20
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/applying-big-thinks-to-big-problems-for-big-results/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
In a Big Think, we engage partners within the ecosystem to help develop community-sourced solutions in an inclusive space free of power cultures.

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> Collab Lab brings together six teens from across the US with tech practitioners from platforms including Facebook, Twitch, and YouTube, to integrate youth co-creation into the technologies in a way that drives youth wellbeing. We encourage our team members to prioritize self-care so they can bring their full selves to the important work we do.

- Published: 2021-12-17
- Modified: 2021-12-17
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/headstreams-collab-lab-driving-digital-youth-wellbeing/
- Categories: Tech
Collab Lab brings together six teens from across the US with tech practitioners from platforms including Facebook, Twitch, and YouTube, to integrate youth co-creation into the technologies in a way that drives youth wellbeing.

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> In Battle Creek, Michigan, SecondMuse collaborated with the W.K Kellogg Foundation to support local entrepreneurs and entrepreneur-support organizations and promote their collective growth. We encourage our team members to prioritize self-care so they can bring their full selves to the important work we do.

- Published: 2021-12-02
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/morning-lights-impact-on-battle-creeks-entrepreneurial-ecosystem/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
In Battle Creek, Michigan, SecondMuse collaborated with the W.K Kellogg Foundation to support local entrepreneurs and entrepreneur-support organizations and promote their collective growth.

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> We encourage our team members to prioritize self-care so they can bring their full selves to the important work we do. We encourage our team members to prioritize self-care so they can bring their full selves to the important work we do.

- Published: 2021-10-27
- Modified: 2023-05-12
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/employee-mental-health-can-no-longer-be-outsourced/
- Categories: Tech
We encourage our team members to prioritize self-care so they can bring their full selves to the important work we do.

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> GET Cities opens opportunities for women, trans and non-binary individuals to break into tech fields by focusing on three pillars – academia, industry, and innovation. GET Cities opens opportunities for women, trans and non-binary individuals to break into tech fields by focusing on three pillars – academia, industry, and innovation.

- Published: 2021-10-18
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/in-tumultuous-times-gender-equality-in-tech-is-more-important-than-ever/
- Categories: Equity, Gender & Race
GET Cities opens opportunities for women, trans and non-binary individuals to break into tech fields by focusing on three pillars – academia, industry, and innovation.

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> SecondMuse is working towards the Sustainable Development Goals with the same approach we use to create positive changes in all of our work. SecondMuse is working towards the Sustainable Development Goals with the same approach we use to create positive changes in all of our work.

- Published: 2021-09-09
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/reflecting-on-secondmuses-role-in-meeting-the-2030-sustainable-development-goals/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
SecondMuse is working towards the Sustainable Development Goals with the same approach we use to create positive changes in all of our work.

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> SecondMuse's Theory of Change maps our thinking and guides every project and activity we do towards our broader ambition of building thriving economic systems that advance social and environmental justice. In its inaugural year, For ClimateTech has supported a range of innovations that are key to addressing the climate crisis in the next 10 years.

- Published: 2021-09-03
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/our-road-map-for-driving-positive-systemic-and-social-change/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
SecondMuse's Theory of Change maps our thinking and guides every project and activity we do towards our broader ambition of building thriving economic systems that advance social and environmental justice.

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> Young Black men in the U.S. face a barrage of challenges that have limited their ability to truly thrive. In its inaugural year, For ClimateTech has supported a range of innovations that are key to addressing the climate crisis in the next 10 years.

- Published: 2021-09-01
- Modified: 2021-09-13
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/movember-and-secondmuse-set-sights-on-black-mens-mental-wellbeing/
- Categories: Announcements
Young Black men in the U.S. face a barrage of challenges that have limited their ability to truly thrive.

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> In its inaugural year, For ClimateTech has supported a range of innovations that are key to addressing the climate crisis in the next 10 years. In its inaugural year, For ClimateTech has supported a range of innovations that are key to addressing the climate crisis in the next 10 years.

- Published: 2021-08-13
- Modified: 2025-06-12
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/scaling-up-the-urgent-unsung-heroes-of-a-climate-friendly-future/
- Categories: Climate, Data & Tech, Environment
In its inaugural year, For ClimateTech has supported a range of innovations that are key to addressing the climate crisis in the next 10 years.

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> A conversation between SecondMuse's Todd Khozein and world renowned neuroscientist Dr. Richard J. Davidson about the opportunity to advance wellbeing for young people in digital spaces A conversation between SecondMuse's Todd Khozein and world-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Richard J. Davidson about the opportunity to advance wellbeing for young people in digital spaces

- Published: 2021-07-21
- Modified: 2025-06-12
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/creating-digital-spaces-for-human-thriving/
- Categories: Tech
A conversation between SecondMuse's Todd Khozein and world renowned neuroscientist Dr. Richard J. Davidson about the opportunity to advance wellbeing for young people in digital spaces

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> The annual campaign against consumer use of single-use plastics calls attention to one area of a complex, multifaceted issue. The annual campaign against consumer use of single-use plastics calls attention to one area of a complex, multifaceted issue.

- Published: 2021-07-20
- Modified: 2023-11-17
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/plastic-free-july-one-piece-of-a-complex-single-use-puzzle/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
The annual campaign against consumer use of single-use plastics calls attention to one area of a complex, multifaceted issue.

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> SecondMuse programs — no matter their primary cause — work to "lift women into their power." SecondMuse programs — no matter their primary cause — work to "lift women into their power."

- Published: 2021-07-14
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/common-threads-advancing-gender-equality-from-climate-tech-to-digital-spaces/
- Categories: Equity, Gender & Race
SecondMuse programs — no matter their primary cause — work to "lift women into their power."

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> The Lab has taken on barriers to entrepreneurship and inclusion in Québec's climate economy, education financing in the U.S., and now has its sights set on a range of new endeavors. The Lab has taken on barriers to entrepreneurship and inclusion in Québec's climate economy, education financing in the U.S., and now has its sights set on a range of new endeavors.

- Published: 2021-06-29
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/inside-secondmuse-capitals-future-economy-lab/
- Categories: Capital, Equity
The Lab has taken on barriers to entrepreneurship and inclusion in Québec's climate economy, education financing in the U.S., and now has its sights set on a range of new endeavors.

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> SecondMuse's eight action-oriented Imperatives ground our work and daily actions. SecondMuse's eight action-oriented Imperatives ground our work and daily actions

- Published: 2021-06-11
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/the-imperatives-we-live-and-design-by/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
SecondMuse's eight action-oriented Imperatives ground our work and daily actions.

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> Headstream’s Impact Navigator is a rare resource redefining the way entrepreneurs, investors and other stakeholders can measure the impact of digital technologies on youth wellbeing. Headstream’s Impact Navigator is a rare resource redefining the way entrepreneurs, investors and other stakeholders can measure the impact of digital technologies on youth wellbeing.

- Published: 2021-06-09
- Modified: 2021-08-12
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/what-are-your-impact-metrics-new-headstream-tool-offers-answers/
- Categories: Tech
Headstream’s Impact Navigator is a rare resource redefining the way entrepreneurs, investors and other stakeholders can measure the impact of digital technologies on youth wellbeing.

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> To mark the centennial of a racist massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma, SecondMuse spoke with the founder of Black Tech Street about his vision for a Black innovation movement rising from the site of the historic destruction. To mark the centennial of a racist massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma, SecondMuse spoke with our partner, the founder of Black Tech Street, about his vision for a Black innovation movement rising from the site of the historic destruction.

- Published: 2021-06-01
- Modified: 2021-06-14
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/100-years-after-black-wall-streets-destruction-black-tech-street-rises/
- Categories: Announcements
To mark the centennial of a racist massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma, SecondMuse spoke with the founder of Black Tech Street about his vision for a Black innovation movement rising from the site of the historic destruction.

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> Our programming — from innovation challenges to accelerators — are designed to build inclusive support networks around entrepreneurs. Our programming — from innovation challenges to accelerators — are designed to build inclusive support networks around entrepreneurs.

- Published: 2021-05-27
- Modified: 2023-11-17
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/in-practice-how-we-build-communities-around-entrepreneurs/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
Our programming — from innovation challenges to accelerators — are designed to build inclusive support networks around entrepreneurs.

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> Our series about the "common threads" that run through our various programs kicks off with a look at our approach to relationships and community Our own history is deeply intertwined with the history of hackathons, which have helped shape the way we think

- Published: 2021-05-18
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/our-common-threads-why-community-runs-through-everything-we-do-at-secondmuse/
- Categories: Climate, People & Culture
Our series about the "common threads" that run through our various programs kicks off with a look at our approach to relationships and community

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- Published: 2021-05-14
- Modified: 2025-10-08
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/secondmuses-role-in-the-history-of-global-hackathons/
- Categories: Climate, Data & Tech
Our own history is deeply intertwined with the history of hackathons, which have helped shape the way we think

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> With group interactions moving online, we intentionally designed virtual spaces to make them more inclusive

- Published: 2021-04-27
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/humanizing-the-virtual-space-a-guide-to-inclusive-facilitation/
- Categories: COVID-19, Equity
With group interactions moving online, we intentionally designed virtual spaces to make them more inclusive

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> This Earth Day, April 22, organizers are calling on all of us to "restore our Earth," a goal that is baked into our mission at SecondMuse

- Published: 2021-04-22
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/on-earth-day-and-every-day-working-to-restore-our-earth/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
This Earth Day, April 22, organizers are calling on all of us to "restore our Earth," a goal that is baked into our mission at SecondMuse

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> As Women's History Month comes to a close, we reflect on some of the trailblazing women who inspire our work at SecondMuse.

- Published: 2021-03-29
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/on-their-shoulders/
- Categories: Equity, Gender & Race
As Women's History Month comes to a close, we reflect on some of the trailblazing women who inspire our work at SecondMuse.

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> The 2018 Out Of the Blue Box Innovation Challenge, spearheaded by SecondMuse and key partners, spurred innovation that continues to bring hope to one of the most vital but threatened marine ecosystems on Earth.

- Published: 2021-03-11
- Modified: 2023-05-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/out-of-the-box-solutions-to-barrier-reef-destruction-live-on/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
The 2018 Out Of the Blue Box Innovation Challenge, spearheaded by SecondMuse and key partners, spurred innovation that continues to bring hope to one of the most vital but threatened marine ecosystems on Earth.

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> The Seafood Innovation Project fostered relationships that promise to improve Indonesia's critical seafood sector for years to come

- Published: 2021-01-28
- Modified: 2023-11-17
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/building-community-to-solve-a-sustainable-seafood-challenge/
- Categories: Climate, Environment
The Seafood Innovation Project fostered relationships that promise to improve Indonesia's critical seafood sector for years to come

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## Reports

- Published: 2026-01-21
- Modified: 2026-01-21
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/state-by-state-youth-mental-health-data/
- Report Categories: Well-Being
- Report type: System Map
- Year of Publication: 2025
Explore youth mental health data by state, including policies, funding landscapes, insurance coverage, and key statistics.

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- Published: 2025-10-31
- Modified: 2025-10-31
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/the-circular-venture-blueprint/
- Partners: Climate KIC, GrowthAfrica, IKEA Foundation
- Report Categories: Climate
- Report type: Guide Book
- Year of Publication: 2025
The Circular Venture Blueprint was co-created by 14 organisations across Bengaluru and Nairobi, based on real experiences supporting circular economy ventures through the Circular Economy Innovation Cluster (CEIC).

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- Published: 2025-03-12
- Modified: 2025-11-18
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/the-ai-economy-playbook/
- Report Categories: Equity, Tech
- Report type: Guide Book, Market Insights
- Year of Publication: 2025
A guide for cities and states to build inclusive, future-ready AI economies.

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- Published: 2024-10-28
- Modified: 2025-11-18
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/driving-circularity-in-plastic-waste-management-and-recycling-in-thailand/
- Partners: ECCA Family Foundation, SecondMuse Foundation
- Report Categories: Climate
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2024
This final report captures the three-year effort to enhance Thailand's plastic waste management ecosystem through innovative solutions and targeted support.

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- Published: 2024-09-07
- Modified: 2026-01-21
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/youth-co-creation-framework/
- Report Categories: Equity
- Report type: Guide Book
- Year of Publication: 2024
A practical tool to build more equitable programs, initiatives and strategies through youth collaboration.

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> Designed to help tech leaders and companies come together to address gender and racial inequities for historically excluded tech founders.

- Published: 2024-07-24
- Modified: 2024-07-24
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/tech-equity-working-group-guide/
- Report Categories: Equity, Tech
- Report type: Guide Book
- Year of Publication: 2024
Designed to help tech leaders and companies come together to address gender and racial inequities for historically excluded tech founders.

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> Key insights from the Regenerative Monterey initiative about the Tourism, Construction, Agriculture, and Blue Economy sectors.

- Published: 2024-06-10
- Modified: 2024-07-24
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/regenerative-monterey-insights-report/
- Partners: Ausonio Incorporated, Hayward Lumber, Monterey Peninsula Foundation, Nancy Eccles & Homer M. Hayward Family Foundation, Opportunity Fund of the Community Foundation for Monterey County, Post Ranch, RSF Social Finance, SecondMuse Foundation, The Applewood Fund at Santa Cruz Community Foundation
- Report Categories: Climate, Equity, Tech
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2024
Key insights from the Tourism, Construction, Agriculture, and Blue Economy sectors; giving rise to limitless possibilities in creating a prosperous and sustainable future.

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> GET Cities brought communities together, focusing on gender equity in tech data-driven approach to co-create solutions to test and scale in three American cities.

- Published: 2024-05-15
- Modified: 2024-06-18
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/building-inclusive-local-ecosystems-to-accelerate-gender-equity-in-tech/
- Partners: Break Through Tech, Pivotal Ventures, SecondMuse Foundation
- Report Categories: Equity, Tech
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2024
GET Cities brought communities together, focusing on gender equity in tech data-driven approach to co-create solutions to test and scale in three American cities.

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- Published: 2024-04-19
- Modified: 2025-11-17
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/exploring-single-use-plastic-reduction-initiatives-in-thailand/
- Partners: ECCA Family Foundation, SecondMuse Foundation
- Report Categories: Climate, Equity, Tech
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2024
Profiles of five single-use plastic reduction initiatives in Thailand that SecondMuse closely collaborated with in 2023.

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> Learn more about technologists retention located in Chicago coming from multiple identities, and understand their experiences

- Published: 2024-01-29
- Modified: 2024-02-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/technologist-retention-at-the-intersections/
- Partners: DataKind, Latinas in Tech, Muslim Women in Technology, National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Out in Tech, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE), UserTesting
- Report Categories: Equity
- Report type: Market Insights
- Year of Publication: 2023
Understanding the experiences of technologists with diverse identities.

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- Published: 2024-01-29
- Modified: 2025-10-29
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/abundantly-investing-in-girls-femmes-and-gender-expansive-youth-of-color-summary-of-findings-2/
- Partners: Goldman Sachs, Grantmakers for Girls of Color, Pivotal Ventures
- Report Categories: Equity
- Report type: Market Insights
- Year of Publication: 2023
A financial mechanism to increase investment in girls, femmes, and gender-expansive youth of color.

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- Published: 2024-01-29
- Modified: 2025-10-29
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/impact-report-driving-the-path-to-decarbonization-through-scaling-climate-innovations/
- Partners: NextCorps, NYSERDA
- Report Categories: Climate
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2023
Scaling and accelerating climate tech innovations.

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> An overview of a collective journey towards transformative collaboration in an effort to build resilient economies.

- Published: 2024-01-29
- Modified: 2024-07-24
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/redefining-finance-innovation-insights-of-the-future-economy-lab/
- Partners: AVPN, G4GC, Goldman Sachs, National Cooperative Bank (NCB), One Project, Pivotal Ventures, Silver Lining, Visa Foundation, Wells Fargo, Zebras Unite Co-Op
- Report Categories: Equity
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2023
Extensive research and key insights garnered through multiple initiatives by the Future Economy Lab and partners in 2023.

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- Published: 2024-01-25
- Modified: 2026-01-21
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/2022-impact-overview-youth-co-creation-programs-2/
- Partners: Digital Harbor Foundation, Going Digital Behavioral Conference
- Report Categories: Tech
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2022
Involving youth in co-creating new, inclusive technologies.

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> Digital Delta is a free crowdsourced research tool that identifies fundamental contributors to adolescent wellbeing in digital spaces.

- Published: 2024-01-05
- Modified: 2024-02-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/digital-delta-interactive-data-map/
- Report Categories: Tech
- Report type: System Map
- Year of Publication: 2022
Identifying fundamental contributors to adolescent wellbeing in digital spaces.

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> A tool that provides entrepreneurs, institutions, and investors with a way to measure the impact of digital technologies on youth wellbeing

- Published: 2024-01-05
- Modified: 2024-02-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/headstream-impact-navigator/
- Report Categories: Tech
- Report type: Impact Tool
- Year of Publication: 2022
Measuring the impact of digital technologies on youth wellbeing.

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- Published: 2024-01-05
- Modified: 2025-10-30
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/building-inclusive-markets-for-plastic-waste-management-recycling-in-south-and-southeast-asia/
- Partners: ECCA Family Foundation, Global Affairs Canada, The Circulate Initiative
- Report Categories: Climate
- Report type: Market Insights
- Year of Publication: 2023
Insights from WMR programs in South and Southeast Asia.

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> Using the Climate Co-Investor Tracker to map investments, advance climate justice and strengthen the ecosystem.

- Published: 2024-01-05
- Modified: 2024-02-15
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/climate-co-investor-tracker/
- Partners: Impact Alpha, NYSERDA, Vibrant Data Labs
- Report Categories: Climate
- Report type: System Map
- Year of Publication: 2023
Map investments, advance climate justice and strengthen the ecosystem.

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- Published: 2024-01-05
- Modified: 2025-10-29
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/guide-to-impact-incubation-and-acceleration-collaborative-insights-and-strategies/
- Partners: Australian Aid, Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), Conveners.org, Scaling Frontier Innovation, ygap
- Report Categories: Climate, Tech
- Report type: Guide Book
- Year of Publication: 2019
Learnings from running impact-focused incubation and acceleration.

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> This report provides a marco, meso, and micro level analysis in understanding the entrepreneurial ecosystems of the Asia-Pacific region.

- Published: 2024-01-04
- Modified: 2024-02-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/mapping-and-analysis-of-entrepreneurial-ecosystems-incubators-and-accelerators-in-the-asia-pacific-2/
- Partners: Australian Aid, Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), innovationXchange (iXc)
- Report Categories: Climate, Tech
- Report type: Market Insights
- Year of Publication: 2019
Understanding the entrepreneurial ecosystems of the Asia-Pacific region.

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> Opportunities to advance circular economy, reduce plastic waste in Thailand, and case studies of how these opportunities are being met.

- Published: 2023-07-04
- Modified: 2024-02-29
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/rethinking-plastic-waste-in-thailand/
- Partners: Alliance to End Plastic Waste, ECCA Family Foundation, Global Affairs Canada, The Circulate Initiative
- Report Categories: Climate
- Report type: Market Insights
- Year of Publication: 2021
Advancing circular economy and reducing plastic waste in Thailand.

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> Designed to support market entry, acceleration and adoption of upstream alternatives to single-use plastics.

- Published: 2023-07-04
- Modified: 2024-07-25
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/the-single-use-plastics-challenge/
- Partners: ECCA Family Foundation, Prevent Waste Alliance, SecondMuse Foundation
- Report Categories: Climate
- Report type: Market Insights
- Year of Publication: 2022
Supporting upstream alternatives to single use plastics.

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> LAUNCH Food Report showcases key learnings from our global innovation program that supported world-class innovators to improve health outcomes

- Published: 2023-07-04
- Modified: 2024-02-07
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/launch-food-report/
- Partners: Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), United States Agency International Development (USAID)
- Report Categories: Climate
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2017
Sourcing innovations for a safe, equitable and sustainable food future.

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- Published: 2021-11-03
- Modified: 2025-11-17
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/morning-light-a-celebration-of-three-years/
- Partners: WK Kellogg Co
- Report Categories: Equity
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2021
An overview, key outcomes and recommendations from the Morning Light program.

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> Explore the impact of the Food System Vision Prize and its Visionaries—real-world solutions, bold progress, and ways to drive change.

- Published: 2021-03-28
- Modified: 2025-04-02
- URL: https://www.secondmuse.com/report/food-system-vision-prize-insights-impact/
- Partners: OpenIDEO, The Rockefeller Foundation
- Report Categories: Climate
- Report type: Impact Report
- Year of Publication: 2021
This report examines what the Food System Vision Prize and its Visionaries achieved.

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