201821
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Analysis: Congressman Curbelo’s Carbon Tax Could Dramatically Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Columbia’s Center on Global Energy Policy has analyzed how the proposal would affect the U.S. economy and emissions, as well as low-income households.
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New Earth Institute Director Alex Halliday’s Vision Reaches Across Columbia and the World
The pioneering geochemist tells us his first impressions and why he’s so excited to be here.
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Being Pragmatic About the Transition to an Environmentally Sustainable Economy
We are in the midst of a transition to a renewable resource-based circular economy. It will take a long time to complete, but the process of change has begun.
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Ethics for Sustainability Management and Finance
The redesigned course focuses on the ethical challenges, pathways, and practices of sustainability in its intersections with the financial sector.
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Sloan Foundation Grant Will Help Support Open and Transparent Science
Lamont-Doherty researchers will use the grant to enhance a sample identification system that makes scientific results more reproducible.
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How China is Taking On Climate Change
A new guide explores the impacts of climate change in China and delves into Chinese climate policies.
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Making Progress in Sustainability May Require a Culture Shift In Science and Academia
A new commentary suggests innovative ideas to promote collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork, which are essential to sustainability breakthroughs.
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Scientists Are Superheroes With Super Powers
Superheroes are identified by their unique powers and skills, allowing them to see and act in ways that inspire awe in the rest of us. Do scientists have superhero powers?
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Columbia Team Helps Investigate Algae Bloom Near Kilauea Eruption
Researchers from the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory are exploring how volcanic inputs are influencing ocean health in Hawaii.
AGU25, the premier Earth and space science conference, takes place December 15-19, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year’s theme—Where Science Connects Us—puts in focus how science depends on connection, from the lab to the field to the ballot box. Once again, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Columbia Climate School scientists, experts, students, and educators are playing an active role, sharing our research and helping shape the future of our planet. #AGU25 Learn More
