While pessimists predict NTE, optimists envision the triumph of a progressive politics that would render climate change survivable, perhaps shifting us toward a steady-state economy, slowing what Elizabeth Kolbert calls the sixth extinction of species, and fostering a network of local and democratic institutions.
Most of these approaches to fostering research networks were relatively informal, although the USHS provides an example of a formal network to have emerged from FIC support.
The couple is also fostering a network of "social entrepreneurs" who share their uneasiness over how few problems are solved by traditional philanthropy.
This goal will demand cutting-edge scientific methods and technological tools, integration and translation of scientific findings that are already available, and the fostering of a network of relationships at the science-policy-practice nexus (Shi et al. 2010; Corfee-Morlot et al. 2011).
How can we foster networks of people within and across our companies so that we are inspiring and supporting each other?
The ministerial class that developed in Spanish Italy from the early 16th century helped foster such networks of intellectual exchange between the cities of Italy and between Italy and the broader cosmopolitan centres of 18th-century Europe.
By fostering relationships and networks of interest, organizers can make their communities highly competitive.
Recent papers investigate questions such as the role of value similarity to foster business networks, determinants and outcomes of individuals' fit in organizational cultures, and influences on ethical decision making.
There are also successful business models like the one pioneered by GrameenPhone of Bangladesh, which has fostered a network of entrepreneurial "phone ladies" who provide communications services for entire villages.
Fostering a stronger network of funding sources will be key.
Among his findings one point stood out: "Businesses that use external support are more likely to build the right foundations to survive and succeed". Alongside the establishing of several startup and development funds, the government wants to foster a network of mentors and experts that will help companies grow.
