Climate105
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Rising Seas Threaten Low-Lying Coastal Cities, 10% of World Population
In a new report, CIESIN researchers help to identify urban populations at risk from sea level rise. Their updated data set is meant to inform adaptation strategies.
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Five Ways Schools Can Advance Sustainability and Climate Justice
It is more important than ever for schools, educators, and students to lead the way toward a more sustainable future.
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Should New York Build a Storm Surge Barrier?
A recent event at Columbia University debated the pros and cons.
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Recommendations for Creating a Department of Sustainability and Climate Change in NYC
A graduate student workshop evaluated the challenges and opportunities for a bill that aims to unite sustainability and resiliency issues under one office in city government.
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Carbon Pricing as a Policy Instrument to Decarbonize Economies
A new study analyzes the suitability of different carbon pricing mechanisms as instruments to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
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Is Organic Food Really Better for the Environment?
Recent research suggests it might not be as sustainable as we might think, but it’s complicated.
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Northern Peatlands Contain Twice as Much Carbon as Previously Thought
New findings double potential emissions from these areas, with big implications for climate modeling.
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Join the Earth Institute’s Climate and Sustainability Communications Network
The network, open to all members of the Columbia community, will explore communications solutions to the challenges of climate change and sustainability.
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Cycle for Science: Glacier Edition Completes Its Circuit
Wrapping up a week-long bicycle trip that has brought climate science to underprivileged schools.

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