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7 Climate Experts on What We Can Still Do to Fight Climate Change

Network, think and speak your mind: Here are some ways to engage with the climate crisis.
A Disaster Expert Explains Why the L.A. Fires Have Been So Catastrophic

Jeffrey Schlegelmilch, director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness, discusses why these fires have been so devastating and what can be done about wildfires going forward.
How Climate Change Impacts Renewable Energy

Because renewable energy sources depend on the environment, both the supply of and demand for renewables are affected by climate impacts such as high heat, drought, altered precipitation patterns, flooding, extreme weather and wildfires.
Air Conditioning Poses a Climate Conundrum

The more we cool ourselves, the more we warm the planet. Is there a way to fix this?
Learning About Complex Climate Risks

This Climate School summer class teaches students that climate impacts do not impact the environment or society in isolation.
The Case for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure

As climate change makes weather harder to predict, most infrastructure will need to be retrofitted or redesigned and rebuilt with future climate resilience in mind.
A New Way To Help Protect Pregnant Women and Children From Lead Poisoning

Lamont research professor Alexander van Geen is testing a new kit that detects lead in old paint.
Solar Geoengineering To Cool the Planet: Is It Worth the Risks?

Once considered a crazy idea, solar geothermal engineering is gaining acceptance in some circles. But it’s not without drawbacks.
How Climate Change Drives the Spread of Invasive Plants

Abetted by warmer climes, non-native species can take root and wreak havoc in new environments. Is there anything we can do about them?

7 Climate Experts on What We Can Still Do to Fight Climate Change

Network, think and speak your mind: Here are some ways to engage with the climate crisis.
A Disaster Expert Explains Why the L.A. Fires Have Been So Catastrophic

Jeffrey Schlegelmilch, director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness, discusses why these fires have been so devastating and what can be done about wildfires going forward.
How Climate Change Impacts Renewable Energy

Because renewable energy sources depend on the environment, both the supply of and demand for renewables are affected by climate impacts such as high heat, drought, altered precipitation patterns, flooding, extreme weather and wildfires.
Air Conditioning Poses a Climate Conundrum

The more we cool ourselves, the more we warm the planet. Is there a way to fix this?
Learning About Complex Climate Risks

This Climate School summer class teaches students that climate impacts do not impact the environment or society in isolation.
The Case for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure

As climate change makes weather harder to predict, most infrastructure will need to be retrofitted or redesigned and rebuilt with future climate resilience in mind.
A New Way To Help Protect Pregnant Women and Children From Lead Poisoning

Lamont research professor Alexander van Geen is testing a new kit that detects lead in old paint.
Solar Geoengineering To Cool the Planet: Is It Worth the Risks?

Once considered a crazy idea, solar geothermal engineering is gaining acceptance in some circles. But it’s not without drawbacks.
How Climate Change Drives the Spread of Invasive Plants

Abetted by warmer climes, non-native species can take root and wreak havoc in new environments. Is there anything we can do about them?