Environmental Innovation|June 23, 2026
In its 2026 Global Gas Flaring Tracker Report, the World Bank finds that natural gas flaring rose for the third year in a row, wasting an estimated $54 billion worth of usable gas in 2025 and adding unnecessary methane pollution. The report argues that the core barriers are not technical but practical: weak rules, limited infrastructure, and insufficient investment. Examples from the United States and Kazakhstan show that targeted policies and gas-capture projects can deliver measurable progress.
Collaborative Philanthropy|June 18, 2026
Millions of Americans struggle to access housing, healthcare, and public benefits because the systems designed to support them are fragmented, outdated, and difficult to navigate. A new initiative from the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation (DRK) and NextLadder Ventures (NLV) aims to change that by backing early-stage organizations using technology and AI to expand economic opportunity for low-income families. Selected companies and nonprofits will receive funding, in-kind operational support, and access to DRK and NLV's networks of social impact leaders. The program is open to teams building solutions across housing, workforce development, healthcare navigation, benefits access, and financial stability. This initiative reflects how technology-enabled solutions can help families navigate complex systems and improve economic mobility.
K-12 Education|June 1, 2026
What should K-12 students learn in the age of AI? It is one of the most important questions in education right now, and the honest answer is that the field does not yet agree. Valhalla Foundation interviewed 50 teachers, students, and thought leaders to understand the range of perspectives. The findings, organized around five major themes and four design challenges, are published on the Age of AI website, along with a summary report of the research. Educators, leaders, and funders are welcome to add their perspectives through the form on the site.
Environmental Innovation|May 21, 2026
In a Wall Street Journal commentary, Environmental Defense Fund President Fred Krupp argues that reducing methane leaks and routine flaring is one of the fastest, most cost-effective ways to bring more natural gas to market. Drawing on International Energy Agency estimates, he notes that much of the gas currently lost through leaks and waste could be captured with proven technologies, improving energy security while creating economic value.
Collaborative Philanthropy|May 19, 2026
What would life look like with a cleared criminal record? For more than 20 million Americans whose records are eligible to be expunged under state law, the answer could mean access to a job, stable housing, and a different future. Rasa Legal is facilitating this shift through technology-enabled tools to put expungement within reach. To date, Rasa has helped thousands of people understand their eligibility and cleared thousands of records. NextLadder Ventures recently invested to scale this work nationwide. This investment demonstrates Valhalla's approach to collaborative philanthropy: leveraging capital, expertise, and networks in ways that help practical, technology-enabled solutions scale, remove barriers, and expand economic mobility for more Americans.
K-12 Education|May 14, 2026
Every child has boundless potential, but millions of U.S. students finish high school without mastery of essential reading and math skills. Closing that gap is at the center of how Valhalla invests in K-12 education so more students are prepared for college, career, and life. Our grantee KIPP Public Schools is working toward that same goal. KIPP recently introduced The KIPP Five, a renewed cultural foundation built on five principles its schools share: Expect Greatness, Bring Joy, Do the Right Thing, Lead Together, and Fully Commit. Paired with a new mantra, "Work Hard. Be Bold.", the framework reflects a continued commitment to building classrooms where every child can reach their potential.
Environmental Innovation|May 4, 2026
In a new update from the International Energy Agency, researchers find that proven methane-reduction measures could make up to 200 billion cubic meters of natural gas available each year, which is roughly equivalent to some of the world’s largest gas trade flows. The report argues that reducing leaks and routine flaring is not only an emissions issue but also a practical way to strengthen energy security and improve market resilience during periods of supply disruption.
Environmental Innovation|February 6, 2026
In Inside Climate News, Martha Pskowski and Phil McKenna report that MethaneSAT’s first global analysis — covering 45 major oil and gas regions —found methane emissions averaging about 50% higher than government inventories and well above industry targets. Drawn from more than a year of observations before the satellite went offline, the findings highlight large gaps between reported and measured emissions and show how space-based data can sharpen oversight and reward stronger standards.
K-12 Education|December 11, 2025
KIPP Colorado Public Schools tackled chronic absenteeism with personalized support, peer accountability, and creative incentives, cutting absence rates by more than half in one year and demonstrating what’s possible when schools meet students where they are.
Environmental Innovation|December 5, 2025
On its Each Breath blog, the American Lung Association explains the connections between methane and human health and highlights affordable solutions for finding and fixing methane leaks. "When it comes to methane, the facts are clear: reducing emissions is one of the fastest, most effective ways to protect both our planet and our lungs."