Author: Guest38
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Mapping Offshore Faults in Kingston Bay
Motion along these faults is associated with the 1907 Kingston earthquake, which shook the capital of the island with a magnitude of 6.2
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It May Be Time to Reconsider Energy Efficiency Exemptions for Historic Buildings
Despite long-standing rhetoric, older buildings are not always greener, according to a recent study.
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The R/V Pelican Sets Sail, and Data Collection Begins
Researchers are mapping the seafloor and subseafloor between Haiti and Jamaica, to evaluate the potential for earthquakes.
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Alumni Spotlight: Stacia Carrington Takes on the Wildlife Trafficking Crisis
Her degree in Environmental Science and Policy set her up to make a difference in averting illegal wildlife trade.
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Now’s the Time For Lawmakers to Care About Microplastics
Regulating these tiny, ubiquitous bits of plastic will not only address a public health threat, but also our dependence on fossil fuels.
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We Owe More Than Gratitude to Wildland Firefighters
The brave men and women who fight forest fires are overworked, poorly compensated, and considered disposable by the bureaucrats who hire them.
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Spring 2022 Undergraduate Research Assistant Opportunities
Undergraduates from Columbia will be able to serve as research assistants on projects related to sustainable development and the environment.
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Spring 2022 Internship Opportunities
The Earth Institute is offering undergraduate, graduate and PhD students with opportunities to intern in various departments and research centers.
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Climate Change Education Is Failing Our Youth
America’s youth deserve a livable planet. The first step is comprehensive climate education.
