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.
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."
K-12 Education|December 3, 2025
In 2025, the charter school movement scored major policy and legal victories that stand to expand access and opportunity nationwide. Key wins include a Supreme Court decision safeguarding the public status of charter schools, a record increase in federal Charter Schools Program funding that doubled grant applications, and groundbreaking state-level legislation that removed growth caps and advanced charter access in four new states. Together, these achievements reflect robust momentum in strengthening public charter education for students, families, and communities.
Environmental Innovation|November 11, 2025
In Reuters, Angeli Mehta reports that cutting methane from the oil and gas sector offers some of the fastest, cheapest “quick wins” we have — and real progress is happening. For example, the twelve companies in The Oil and Gas Climate Initiative (GCI) report having cut operational methane emissions by 63% and gas flaring by 72% since 2018. But broader progress is being undermined by political pressure, capacity gaps in poorer countries, and environmental policy backsliding.
Medical Research & Talent|October 6, 2025
Octave Bioscience has secured a grant from the Valhalla Foundation to accelerate development of the world’s first biomarker-based blood test designed to track multiple sclerosis progression. Building on its MS Disease Activity Test, Octave aims to refine its multi-protein, AI-driven “MSDP” Test to help physicians detect and anticipate disease advancement earlier, shifting care from reactive to preemptive. With this funding, Octave will partner with leading academic centers to validate new protein biomarkers and refine algorithms toward commercial readiness.
Environmental Innovation|October 1, 2025
In Reuters, Virginia Furness and Kate Abnett report that 42 asset managers overseeing more than €4.5 trillion urged Brussels not to dilute the EU methane law, which requires importers to monitor and report supplier emissions and has begun phasing in this year. The investors warn reopening the rule would unsettle markets, and the European Commission says it’s confident the regulation won’t hinder trade.