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Oceans Could Be Harnessed to Remove Carbon From Air, Say U.S. Science Leaders
Seaweed cultivation, altering the chemistry of seawater, or even injecting electrical currents should be studied, say the authors.
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Study Shows Success of New York City’s Clean Heat Program
The ban of heating oil #6 has been effective in reducing air pollution.
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Opinion: All Fossil Fuel Advertisements Should Be Banned
Greenwashing by Big Oil shifts blame away from fossil fuel companies and delays needed climate action.
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American Geophysical Union 2021: Key Events From the Columbia Climate School
A guide to some of the most provocative talks at the world’s largest gathering of earth and space scientists.
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Opinion: Composting Should Be Mandatory in New York City
Composting is good for the planet, and it can be profitable. New Yorkers should be required to separate compostable materials along with recycling.
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You Asked: When Will Polar Bears Go Extinct?
A recent study provides a rough timeline, but there’s still time to save them if we cut our carbon emissions.
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Build Back Better and American Climate Leadership
If we, once again, kick the “climate can” down the road, we should be prepared for the road to be flooded, washed away, covered in debris, and possibly surrounded by burning forests.
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International Team to Drill Deep Through Antarctic Ice Into Ancient Sediments
The research project, dubbed SWAIS 2C, will investigate the sensitivity of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet to global warming of 2 degrees Centigrade.
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Associated Press Offers Interactive ‘Primer’ on New Extreme Heat Data Set
The interactive graphic, based on a recent study out of Columbia, visualizes the threat of rising temperatures combined with soaring population growth.

By studying thousands of buildings and analyzing their electricity use, Columbia Climate School Dean Alexis Abramson has been able to uncover ways to significantly cut energy consumption and emissions. Watch the Video: “Engineering a Cooler Future Through Smarter Buildings“
