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What to Expect From the COP26 Meeting
What’s at stake this year at the United Nations’ climate change conference
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What Does the Changing Climate Mean for Food Security?
Best-selling author and climate activist Bill McKibben recently joined Columbia Mailman professor Lew Ziska for a conversation about the threat of climate change on global food security.
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Alumni Spotlight: Sharelle Pampo Copple
Copple, a recent alumna of the Sustainability Science program, shares how her experiences at Columbia have helped her make an impact on climate change research.
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There Is More Than One Way to Accelerate Decarbonization
There is more than one way to accelerate decarbonization, and we need to use every tool our toolbox can hold.
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Scientists and Native People Jointly Study Sea-Ice Declines Threatening Seal Hunts
Seals have been a staple for the coastal village of Kotzebue for generations. Rapid changes in sea ice driven by ocean warmth are presenting a challenge for hunters.
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Asian Mountain Nations to Present Unified Voice at Global Climate Conference
Countries from the Hindu Kush Himalayas seek to present a unified voice at COP26 with their #HKH2Glasgow campaign.
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Arctic Sea Ice May Make a Last Stand in This Remote Region. It May Lose the Battle.
Researchers have zeroed in on what they call the Last Ice Area, where the last year-round Arctic ice, and associated ecosystems may–or may not–survive in a warmer future.
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How Utilities Can Help Communities Build Economic Resilience to Disasters: Part II
Given the essential role of the power grid, electric utilities are in a unique position to lead disaster mitigation and preparedness.
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A New Global Study Refines Estimates of Rooftop Solar Potential
Rooftop solar can generate vast amounts of energy. But, how much of that energy could actually be used?
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
