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MPA Students Showcase Research Results at Midterm Presentations
On Wednesday, October 10, students in the Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) program presented their midterm Workshop briefings for fellow students, staff, and invited guests at the School of International and Public Affairs. This fall’s Workshop projects, intended for ESP students to gain experience tackling tough environmental problems by working…
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Ecology and Sustainable Water Management
Human societies require a constant supply of clean water to survive and environmental guidelines are designed to protect critically important aquatic ecosystems. Register for Ecology and Sustainable Water Management, a course in the Earth Institute’s Executive Education Certificate Program in Environmental Sustainability.
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Online Presentations Drive Discussion in Sustainability Management Course
“After over three decades of teaching at Columbia, what has truly impressed me about the new digital student presentation format we are using in my Sustainability Management class is how well it fosters engaging class discussion,” stated Professor Steve Cohen. Students in Professor Cohen’s Sustainability Management class use Adobe Connect to create and share presentations…
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Mapping Vulnerable Populations to Support Disaster Preparedness
As demonstrated by Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans, poverty is a critical factor in the vulnerability of populations to natural hazards.
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Join us for Fall 2012 Sustainability Management Midterm Briefings
On Tuesday, October 23, students from Columbia’s Master of Science in Sustainability Management program (MSSM) will be presenting their Midterm Briefings for the Capstone Workshop. The Midterm Briefings presentations are an opportunity for students to act as sustainability consultants by applying the sustainability management skills that they learn in the program to real world clients.
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Sustainability Management Alum Embarking on Corporate Consulting Career
MS in Sustainability Management alum Sarah Gudernatch (’12) knew from the moment she started the program that she wanted to work in corporate sustainability. After having worked in the non-profit and real-estate sectors, she felt that business was where she could really make a difference. As a Sustainability Consultant at Two Tomorrows, an international corporate…
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Field Trip to the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
Students visit Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, the Earth Institute’s center for scientific research, which housed research facilities in fields ranging from marine geology to climate change.
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Open House: Certificate in Conservation and Environmental Sustainability
Join CERC for an Open House to learn more about The Earth Institute’s Certification in Conservation and Environmental Sustainability.
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Apply Now for Environmental Sustainability Fellowship Awards
The early decision deadline to apply for the Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Environmental Science and Policy at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs is quickly approaching. By submitting your application for our early decision deadline, you will be considered for a prestigious Environmental Sustainability Fellows award, so apply today! Environmental Sustainability…
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
