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Renee Cho is a regular contributor to the Columbia Climate School. She has written over 200 articles for State of the Planet on a broad range of topics. She was previously published by www.insideclimatenews.com, and other environmental magazines. Renee was Communications Coordinator for Riverkeeper, the Hudson River environmental organization. She received the Executive Education Certificate in Conservation and Sustainability from the Earth Institute Center for Environmental Sustainability. Follow me on Twitter: @ReneeCho_ Visit website »

How Buying Stuff Drives Climate Change

Consumerism causes a large chunk of our carbon emissions. Here are a few ideas for healthier habits during the holidays and beyond.
The State of Nuclear Energy Today — and What Lies Ahead

The IPCC has identified nuclear power as key to controlling climate change. Can new reactors bring about a nuclear revival?
2020 Election Will Be Crucial in Determining Whether We Avoid a Climate Catastrophe

Here’s a look at how the U.S.’s future climate regulation will look under Biden versus another four years of Trump.
Will the Pandemic Spell the End for Oil and Gas?

Fossil fuel companies were already suffering even before COVID-19 hit. More and more, they’re looking like a bad investment.
Why Climate Change is an Environmental Justice Issue

Climate change is a threat to everyone, but some groups—socially and economically disadvantaged ones—face the greatest risks.
The Coming 5G Revolution: How Will It Affect the Environment?

5G, the next generation of cellular network technology, is imminent. How will it help or harm our environment?
Lamont-Doherty Program Aims to Bring More Diversity to Earth Science

The Secondary School Field Research Program offers a diverse group of young people a unique opportunity to do field and laboratory research.
COVID-19’s Long-Term Effects on Climate Change—For Better or Worse

Changes in carbon emissions, individual behaviors, and government responses will have a big impact on the environment and our ability to combat climate change.
COVID-19 Highlights the Need to Plan for Joint Disasters

Summertime brings hurricane season, heat waves, wildfires, and flooding. Is the U.S. prepared to deal with extreme weather at the same time as a pandemic?

How Buying Stuff Drives Climate Change

Consumerism causes a large chunk of our carbon emissions. Here are a few ideas for healthier habits during the holidays and beyond.
The State of Nuclear Energy Today — and What Lies Ahead

The IPCC has identified nuclear power as key to controlling climate change. Can new reactors bring about a nuclear revival?
2020 Election Will Be Crucial in Determining Whether We Avoid a Climate Catastrophe

Here’s a look at how the U.S.’s future climate regulation will look under Biden versus another four years of Trump.
Will the Pandemic Spell the End for Oil and Gas?

Fossil fuel companies were already suffering even before COVID-19 hit. More and more, they’re looking like a bad investment.
Why Climate Change is an Environmental Justice Issue

Climate change is a threat to everyone, but some groups—socially and economically disadvantaged ones—face the greatest risks.
The Coming 5G Revolution: How Will It Affect the Environment?

5G, the next generation of cellular network technology, is imminent. How will it help or harm our environment?
Lamont-Doherty Program Aims to Bring More Diversity to Earth Science

The Secondary School Field Research Program offers a diverse group of young people a unique opportunity to do field and laboratory research.
COVID-19’s Long-Term Effects on Climate Change—For Better or Worse

Changes in carbon emissions, individual behaviors, and government responses will have a big impact on the environment and our ability to combat climate change.
COVID-19 Highlights the Need to Plan for Joint Disasters

Summertime brings hurricane season, heat waves, wildfires, and flooding. Is the U.S. prepared to deal with extreme weather at the same time as a pandemic?