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Celebrating the 2022 International Day of Women and Girls in Science
This U.N.-designated day aims to accelerate gender equity and improve access to and participation in science for women and girls.
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Why Climate Science Needs More Women Scientists
Women scientists continue to face unequal access to resources and opportunities in climate science. This lack of gender diversity is concerning, since women around the world will bear the brunt of climate change impacts.
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A New Multimedia Package Offers Talks by Top Scientists on Climate Impacts and Adaptation
A printed book supplemented by electronic slides and a webinar series will present authoritative lectures from a wide variety of scientists across the world.
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New Report Examines Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Government-Owned Companies
State-owned companies emit more carbon dioxide than any country except China. Countries can leverage these enterprises to achieve climate and energy policy objectives.
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Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation Gift Establishes Inaugural Columbia Climate School Fellowships
A new gift will provide full tuition for students in the Master’s in Climate and Society program.
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Teaming Up for Coastal Resilience and Climate Justice in NYC
The Resilient Coastal Communities Project will help address the growing risks of storm surge, flash flooding and sea level rise, in an inclusive and holistic manner.
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Atmospheric Rivers Spur Debates on Flood Management in Washington State
After receiving unprecedented amounts of rainfall late last year, communities in northwestern Washington are asking questions about how to prevent flood damage in a warmer and wetter climate.
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Offshore Wind Farms Could Capture Carbon From Air and Store It
When the wind can produce more power than is needed, that unused power could be used to remove carbon from the air and lock it away.
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How Climate Change Will Affect Plants
While elevated levels of CO2 can help plants grow, the impacts of climate change mean it’s not all good news for the plant world.

AGU25, the premier Earth and space science conference, takes place December 15-19, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year’s theme—Where Science Connects Us—puts in focus how science depends on connection, from the lab to the field to the ballot box. Once again, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Columbia Climate School scientists, experts, students, and educators are playing an active role, sharing our research and helping shape the future of our planet. #AGU25 Learn More
