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Within Sight of New York City, an Old-Growth Forest Faces Storms and Sea Level Rise
On a peninsula within sight of New York City, researchers are studying trees dating as far back as the early 1800s. Rising seas and more powerful storms, both fueled by climate change, could eventually spell their end.
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Photo Essay: An Old-Growth Forest Near New York City Faces Storms and Sea-Level Rise
Centuries-old trees on a peninsula near New York City could provide an important record of past storms. Researchers recently traveled there to sample the trees before they are wiped out by rising seas and powerful storms.
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‘Changing Planet’ Lecture Series Will Be Open to the Public
A three-part lecture series will welcome residents of nearby communities to get an up close, exclusive look at Lamont’s world-class research in Palisades, New York.
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American Geophysical Union 2019: Key Events From the Earth Institute
A chronological guide to key talks and other events at the Dec. 9-13 American Geophysical Union meeting in San Francisco.
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Volcanologist Yves Moussallam Honored With Rolex Award for Enterprise
He treks to remote volcanoes to measure their gas and aerosol emissions, in order to improve climate change predictions.
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The Symbolic and Substantive Politics of Climate Change
The many efforts to communicate the climate emergency are all necessary but not sufficient methods for reducing greenhouse gas pollution. Today’s words must lead to tomorrow’s actions.
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Brighton Kaoma: Empowering Communities for Climate Action Since Age 14
As a teenage radio journalist in Zambia, Kaoma helped communities voice their environmental concerns. Now he’s a graduate student in Environmental Science and Policy.
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How Should Columbia Drive Climate Change Innovation?
The university asks students to collaborate on building a roadmap for climate response and a more sustainable future.
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Planet Earth May Have a Metabolism Problem
In a recent talk, a visiting scholar argued that Earth’s energy balance is out of whack, and it’s up to humanity to fix it.
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
