September 18, 2026
Threads of Impact NYC was a beautiful night that convened creators, communities, and partners who believe that beauty and responsibility belong together — a celebration of eco-centered fashion, art, culture, sustainability, and innovation. Enjoy the photos!
The Sustainability Laboratory Visits Kenya The Sustainability Laboratory is pleased to share that after a long period of preparation, a Lab team completed a reconnaissance trip to Kenya, laying the foundation for Project Olgulului, a new development initiative with a Maasai community in Southern Kenya. During the visit, the team
The Agricultural School at Project Wadi Attir Hosts Southern District Scientific Research Fair for Fourth Consecutive Year The Agricultural School at Project Wadi Attir proudly hosted the Southern District Scientific Research Fair for the fourth year in a row, welcoming 67 schools from across the Negev alongside leading educational and
Dr. Michael Ben-Eli Awarded Honorary Membership from the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada We’re thrilled to share that Lab Founder, Dr. Michael Ben-Eli, was awarded Honorary Membership in the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC)—a distinction celebrating his lifelong commitment to advancing sustainability-focused design and systems thinking. The award was
Winners of the 2025 Sustainability Prize at EARTH University Announced On December 4th, The Lab officially announced projects Aprisco Paco y Calie and Eco-Nature as the winners of the 2025 Sustainability Prize at EARTH University. The prize celebrates visionary student projects that advance the global sustainability agenda. First Place Winner First Place
The Lab Awards Inaugural Anders Nyquist Sustainability Prize in Bhutan The Lab is pleased to announce that project Yoering-Ma and project From Weeds to Wealth are the winners of the inaugural Anders Nyquist Sustainability Prize program at the College of Natural Resources (CNR) of the Royal University of Bhutan, honoring
The Lab Sparks Dialogue on Sustainability Through Art On October 30, 2025, The Sustainability Laboratory hosted an inspiring evening at The 8th Floor Gallery that explored the critical role of art in expressing deep concerns about environmental and social issues. (l to r) Carmel Coblence, Strategic Partnerships, The Lab; Dr.
The Lab and Development Alternatives Explore Synergies in Systems Thinking During New Delhi Visit During his recent visit to New Delhi, India, Lab Founder Dr. Michael Ben-Eli met with colleagues at Development Alternatives, a leading social enterprise and think tank, to explore systems thinking and the system-based design approach that
Lab Founder Dr. Michael Ben-Eli Visits Bhutan to Advance Sustainability Prize and Explore New Partnership Opportunities In October, Lab founder Dr. Michael Ben-Eli visited Bhutan to advance The Lab’s Anders Nyquist Sustainability Prize at the College of Natural Resources (CNR) of the Royal University of Bhutan. The purpose of the
Dr. Michael Ben-Eli Explores System Aspects of Sustainability in Recent LinkedIn Posts Lab founder Dr. Michael Ben-Eli recently published a series of long-form posts on LinkedIn, offering important insights on the state of our global sustainability agenda. His reflections challenge conventional thinking and provide a framework for approaching complex global
Meet Carmel Coblence: The Lab’s Newest Intern and Ecosystems Ambassador The Sustainability Laboratory is pleased to welcome Carmel Coblence as a Grants Development and Research intern. Carmel holds a B.A. from NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study, where she concentrated in Environmental Protection and Ecological Solutions with a minor in
Innovative Projects in Fuel, Sustainable Packaging, and Beekeeping Compete for 2025 Sustainability Prize at Earth University From a pool of six exceptional semi-finalist projects, three visionary student proposals from Guatemala, Tanzania, and Haiti that turn waste into energy, replace plastics with nature-based materials, and restore ecosystems through community action and
The Lab Inducted Into International Green Industry Hall of Fame The Sustainability Laboratory is honored to have been inducted into the International Green Industry Hall of Fame (IGIHOF) in a ceremony that took place on March 21, 2025, hosted by the University of Redlands in California. The induction ceremony took
New Team Member Willow Gatewood to Blog About Significant Advances in Sustainability Innovations from Around the World The Lab is delighted to welcome recent graduate Willow Gatewood to The Lab’s team as an editorial volunteer. An environmental scientist and interdisciplinary artist with a passion for storytelling and a deep commitment
Project Wadi Attir Celebrates 17th Anniversary On December 19, 2024, Project Wadi Attir celebrated its 17th anniversary. Local dignitaries, members of the community, and many of those who were involved with the project over the years participated in this festive occasion celebrating the inspiring accomplishments of this unique undertaking. In
The Sustainability Laboratory Welcomes Glenn Yago to Advisory Board The Sustainability Laboratory is thrilled to announce the appointment of Glenn Yago to its International Advisory Board. Glenn Yago is a distinguished economist known for his financial innovations to sustainable development. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to The
Winner of The Lab’s 2024 Sustainability Prize Program at Earth University Announced The Sustainability Laboratory is pleased to announce project Senene Farm as the winner of the 2024 Sustainability Prize Program at Earth University. Developed by students Birtukan Feyisa (Ethiopia), Anthony Ilalio (Tanzania), and Charles Munga (Kenya), this innovative project
“Sustainability?” Video by Young Filmmaker Finn DeWitt Takes Top Honors at International Film Festival The Sustainability Laboratory is happy to announce that “Sustainability?” a video created by 12-year-old filmmaker Finn DeWitt, is the recipient of two awards in the MY HERO International Film Festival: 1st Place Middle School and the WOJ
The Lab Kicks Off Its Sustainability Prize Program at the College of Natural Resources in Bhutan On October 15, 2024, Lab Founder Dr. Michael Ben-Eli introduced the first annual seminar in The Lab’s newly launched Anders Nyquist Sustainability Prize program at the College of Natural Resources at the Royal University
Water From Dry Air System Installed at Project Wadi Attir in the Negev During a festive ceremony on September 10, the startup H2OLL company installed the first fully commercial unit of its Atmospheric Water Generator technology at Project Wadi Attir, H2OLL Atmospheric Water Generator The groundbreaking technology for producing water