Climate139
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The Story of Lake Gus
For this early part of the season the goal is to tease apart a record of historic precipitation and temperature for this region using isotopes from leaf waxes collected in the lake sediments.
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Analysis: Congressman Curbelo’s Carbon Tax Could Dramatically Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Columbia’s Center on Global Energy Policy has analyzed how the proposal would affect the U.S. economy and emissions, as well as low-income households.
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New Earth Institute Director Alex Halliday’s Vision Reaches Across Columbia and the World
The pioneering geochemist tells us his first impressions and why he’s so excited to be here.
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How China is Taking On Climate Change
A new guide explores the impacts of climate change in China and delves into Chinese climate policies.
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Scientists Are Superheroes With Super Powers
Superheroes are identified by their unique powers and skills, allowing them to see and act in ways that inspire awe in the rest of us. Do scientists have superhero powers?
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With a Carbon Tax, U.S. Could Surpass Paris Climate Goals
New report finds that a moderate carbon tax could dramatically cut greenhouse gas emissions, with only minor effects on the economy.
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If You Think This Summer’s Heat Waves Are Bad, Just Wait for the Future
Rising temperatures and humidity could make summers unbearable in the southeastern U.S. and beyond, according to a study published in December.
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An Icy Irony in Greenland
We awoke to messages that a towering iceberg is threatening the local waterfront settlement of Innaarsuit. There is perhaps a bit of irony in the fact that a massive looming block of ice is a potential threat to the start of our field season.
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Exploring Greenland With Wings, Boats and Drones
Snow on Ice is launching into the field with two teams of scientists this summer. The first group, an ‘advance team’ of six women, will focus on lakes where meltwater has collected on the southwestern flank of Greenland bedrock.
On Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 10am to 4pm, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House—our biggest, best science fun and discovery event of the year—will take place on our beautiful campus in Palisades, NY. Mark your calendar and join us for this free, family-friendly celebration of science! RSVP Today!
