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Building a New Focus (and Pillar) on Innovation

A cross-functional team at Nelnet recently set out to answer the question, “How do we make sure innovation is part of everyday life for every associate?” Discover what the team learned, and how it spurred innovative thinking across the company.

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What You Need to Know About the Inflation Reduction Act

One of the boldest climate packages to date, the Inflation Reduction Act focused on reducing the U.S. deficit and inflation, but it also contains an unprecedented investment into renewable energy and decarbonized grid. Explore what it means for consumers in this helpful overview.

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Advantages Solar Tax Equity Investments Offer Banks and Corporates Today

In today's challenging economic environment, existing bond portfolios are experiencing significant markdowns. Nelnet Director of Tax Equity Capital Markets Jon Miller explores how solar tax equity investments offer several advantages for investors looking for alternatives.

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Why Your College Isn’t Carbon Neutral (Yet)

What does it takes for a higher education institution in the U.S. to achieve carbon neutrality? In this piece, we explore effective methods of reducing an institution's greenhouse gas emissions, common barriers standing in the way of progress, and how those barriers can be overcome.

Sustainability
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Barriers for Higher Ed Institutions to Achieving Carbon Neutrality Survey Results

Over 1,000 higher education institutions have set goals to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, but only 15 so far have reached that milestone. Our survey illuminates the challenges and barriers higher ed institutions are encountering as they are working to achieve carbon neutrality.

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Operating Your Business Under Adverse Conditions

Nelnet proactively prepares for the unexpected and effectively uses business continuity plans. We share tips with our clients and partners.

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