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Alum Explores Intersection of Sustainability and Urban Economic Development
MS in Sustainability Management alum Monica Munn has nearly 10 years of experience working to design and execute programs that make cities more sustainable, resilient, and economically inclusive.
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Exposing Greenland’s Green Past
Findings from last year indicate that the Greenland Ice Sheet is perhaps not as stable as scientists had hoped.
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Resilience vs. Retreat in the Face of Climate Change
Small island nations are on the frontlines of climate change—and for some, retreat is not an option.
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The ‘Grandfather of Climate Science’ on Climate Skepticism
Geoscientist Wally Broecker explains the money that’s backing climate denialism, and what it will take to fight it.
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Simon Mason Wins Meteorological Award for Outstanding Service
The World Meteorological Organization’s Commission on Climatology recognizes a Columbia climate forecaster’s scientific contributions.
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What We Know (and Don’t Know) About Sea Level Rise
Polar scientists Marco Tedesco and Robin Bell provide a primer on how climate change will impact our coastlines.
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Moving Towards 100% Renewable Energy: Drivers Behind City Policies and Pledges
As the United States federal government retreats from energy innovation and environmental regulation, local and regional efforts across the U.S. are scaling up.
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Sluggish Ocean Currents Caused European Heat Wave Some 12,000 Years Ago
New study suggests we may be underestimating the chances of extreme heat and droughts in Europe under climate change.
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Earth Institute Celebrates Earth Day 2018 in Herald Square
As part of NYC’s Car-Free Earth Day, we took to the streets to spread the word about climate change.
The first Earth Day in 1970 ignited a movement to stop polluting our planet. Today, our scientists and experts are tackling the most pressing challenges to achieve real-world impact. This Earth Day, join us in our commitment to realizing a just and sustainable future for our planet. Visit our Earth Day website for ideas, resources, and inspiration.
