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Report: Major Accomplishments of the ACToday Project
ACToday aims to combat hunger and improve food security by increasing climate knowledge in Ethiopia, Senegal, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Colombia, and Guatemala.
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New Podcast Lets You Eavesdrop on Conversations Between Climate Scientists
‘Deep Convection’ is a podcast about climate, science, and life.
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Rain, More Than Wind, Led to Massive Toppling of Trees in Hurricane Maria, Says Study
The surprising finding suggests that future hurricanes stoked by warming climate may be even more destructive to forests than scientists have already projected.
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Biden vs. Sanders: Who Has the Better Plan to Fix Climate Change?
Both democratic frontrunners have pledged to take action on climate change, but their plans differ widely.
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Tribes Claim U.S. Government Violates Human Rights by Failing to Address Climate-Forced Displacement
Five U.S. tribes claim that climate change compromises their human rights, including rights to life, health, housing, water, sanitation, and a healthy environment.
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Prime Minister Sanna Marin of Finland Is Coming to Columbia
On March 6, Prime Minister Sanna Marin of Finland will speak about climate change, gender equality and social welfare. The talk will include a question and answer session with students in the audience.
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Symposium Will Discuss How Businesses Can Lead on Climate
An event on March 6 will bring together representatives from the world’s most powerful industries to discuss the role of business in addressing today’s urgent sustainability challenges.
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Coronavirus Response Shows the World Is Not Ready for Climate-Induced Pandemics
The outbreak in China shows we still have a lot to learn when it comes to dealing with global pandemics, which are expected to increase due to climate change.
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More Plastic Is On the Way: What It Means for Climate Change
Fossil fuel companies are ramping up production of virgin plastics, with huge potential consequences for climate and the environment.

COP31, the 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference, aims to advance dialogue, strengthen consensus, and accelerate climate action on a global scale. From November 9–20, 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye, heads of state, ministers, scientists, business leaders, and civil society will gather to advance efforts in emission targets, climate finance, and adaptation and resilience. Once again, our experts, students, and global thought leaders from Columbia Climate School and across Columbia University are contributing to key events, sharing insights, and helping shape the dialogue toward ambitious, science-based solutions. Learn More
