Intern With Sustainability Programs at Columbia Climate School’s Earth Institute
Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis until February 1.
Earth Institute, Author at State of the Planet
Study of West Antarctica’s Deep Past Reinforces Vulnerability to Melting
The continent’s western ice sheet turns out to once have been much bigger than previously thought. This implies that the now smaller version could waste quickly.
Oceans Could Be Harnessed to Remove Carbon From Air, Say U.S. Science Leaders
Seaweed cultivation, altering the chemistry of seawater, or even injecting electrical currents should be studied, say the authors.
Columbia Professor Shahid Naeem to Head Ecological Society of America
The Columbia ecologist will serve as the society’s president in 2023-2024.
Study Shows Success of New York City’s Clean Heat Program
The ban of heating oil #6 has been effective in reducing air pollution.
International Team to Drill Deep Through Antarctic Ice Into Ancient Sediments
The research project, dubbed SWAIS 2C, will investigate the sensitivity of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet to global warming of 2 degrees Centigrade.
Advice on How to Deal With Family Politics and COVID-19 Concerns This Thanksgiving
Feeling anxious about seeing your family this Thanksgiving? Check out these tips on how to avoid uncomfortable conflicts and enjoy your holiday.
Statistics Breakthrough May Help Scientists Calculate Likelihood of Worst-Case Scenarios
What unlikely event is most likely to end life on Earth? A new method might help scientists approach questions like this.
Columbia Launches a Carbontech Initiative to Bring Climate Solutions to Market
The program will help researchers and entrepreneurs develop and scale carbon-cutting technologies.
Researchers Map Impacts of Human Sewage Along the World’s Coasts
Newly granular details may help cities plan strategies to deal with wastewater.