State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

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  • Up (roofs) and Down (wells)

    Up (roofs) and Down (wells)

    Today went a lot better than yesterday.  Just as well that I forgot my camera so that there are fewer pictures to document it. We said goodbye to Nano, Humayun and Ellie as they went back to Dhaka.  Their extra hands helped a lot.  And Ellie was a big attraction for all the kids.  Adults,…

  • Giant Jellyfish Swarms – Are Humans the Cause?

    Giant Jellyfish Swarms – Are Humans the Cause?

    Many scientists believe that jellyfish, particularly jellyfish swarms or blooms, are on the increase worldwide, turning up in regions where they never existed before. Research shows shows that many human activities are strongly correlated to jellyfish blooms.

  • A Natural Wonder Rediscovered

    A Natural Wonder Rediscovered

    Scientists using underwater sensors to explore Lake Rotomahana in New Zealand have uncovered remnants of the “Pink Terraces,” once considered the eighth natural wonder of the world. Lamont-Doherty scientist Vicki Ferrini was working with colleagues from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and GNS Science of New Zealand at the site, near Rotorua, to map the…

  • Delays and progress

    Delays and progress

    The days have been so long and jam-packed days that none of us can believe it’s only been two full days here. The wells and preparations have taken longer than expected, but we are finally seeing progress.

  • CERC Symposium – Live Coverage on Twitter

    CERC Symposium – Live Coverage on Twitter

    On March 1st, 2011, CERC will host Sustaining Life, Securing Our Future, a day-long symposium that brings together leaders in biodiversity research, conservation, and education to present on the extraordinary diversity of the natural world and its role in securing a sustainable future. CERC will be tweeting live information as the conference unfolds!

  • Dead Baby Dolphins and The Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico

    Dead Baby Dolphins and The Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico

    Researchers report that dead baby dolphins emerged along the shores of the Gulf, potentially an important finding in light of the spill.

  • What is the Model Districts project?

    What is the Model Districts project?

    We are excited to introduce the Earth Institute’s newest project in India, the Model Districts. This is a 5-year initiative focused on maternal and child health, and will serve as a roadmap of progress towards MDGs 1, 4, and 5.

  • Celebrating the end of the Antarctic field season

    Celebrating the end of the Antarctic field season

    It is the end of a highly successful field season for our ‘Antarctica’s Secrets’ team – a mix of sadness and joy

  • Sustaining Life, Securing Our Future: A Symposium Celebrating the Diversity of Life on Earth

    Sustaining Life, Securing Our Future: A Symposium Celebrating the Diversity of Life on Earth

    On March 1st, 2011, CERC will host Sustaining Life, Securing Our Future, a day-long symposium that brings together leaders in biodiversity research, conservation, and education to present on the extraordinary diversity of the natural world and its role in securing a sustainable future. The day’s panels will discuss the range of efforts to study, conserve,…

Blue banner with kids and Earth photos. Text: "Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House, Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10am-4pm.

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!

  • Up (roofs) and Down (wells)

    Up (roofs) and Down (wells)

    Today went a lot better than yesterday.  Just as well that I forgot my camera so that there are fewer pictures to document it. We said goodbye to Nano, Humayun and Ellie as they went back to Dhaka.  Their extra hands helped a lot.  And Ellie was a big attraction for all the kids.  Adults,…

  • Giant Jellyfish Swarms – Are Humans the Cause?

    Giant Jellyfish Swarms – Are Humans the Cause?

    Many scientists believe that jellyfish, particularly jellyfish swarms or blooms, are on the increase worldwide, turning up in regions where they never existed before. Research shows shows that many human activities are strongly correlated to jellyfish blooms.

  • A Natural Wonder Rediscovered

    A Natural Wonder Rediscovered

    Scientists using underwater sensors to explore Lake Rotomahana in New Zealand have uncovered remnants of the “Pink Terraces,” once considered the eighth natural wonder of the world. Lamont-Doherty scientist Vicki Ferrini was working with colleagues from the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and GNS Science of New Zealand at the site, near Rotorua, to map the…

  • Delays and progress

    Delays and progress

    The days have been so long and jam-packed days that none of us can believe it’s only been two full days here. The wells and preparations have taken longer than expected, but we are finally seeing progress.

  • CERC Symposium – Live Coverage on Twitter

    CERC Symposium – Live Coverage on Twitter

    On March 1st, 2011, CERC will host Sustaining Life, Securing Our Future, a day-long symposium that brings together leaders in biodiversity research, conservation, and education to present on the extraordinary diversity of the natural world and its role in securing a sustainable future. CERC will be tweeting live information as the conference unfolds!

  • Dead Baby Dolphins and The Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico

    Dead Baby Dolphins and The Oil Spill in the Gulf of Mexico

    Researchers report that dead baby dolphins emerged along the shores of the Gulf, potentially an important finding in light of the spill.

  • What is the Model Districts project?

    What is the Model Districts project?

    We are excited to introduce the Earth Institute’s newest project in India, the Model Districts. This is a 5-year initiative focused on maternal and child health, and will serve as a roadmap of progress towards MDGs 1, 4, and 5.

  • Celebrating the end of the Antarctic field season

    Celebrating the end of the Antarctic field season

    It is the end of a highly successful field season for our ‘Antarctica’s Secrets’ team – a mix of sadness and joy

  • Sustaining Life, Securing Our Future: A Symposium Celebrating the Diversity of Life on Earth

    Sustaining Life, Securing Our Future: A Symposium Celebrating the Diversity of Life on Earth

    On March 1st, 2011, CERC will host Sustaining Life, Securing Our Future, a day-long symposium that brings together leaders in biodiversity research, conservation, and education to present on the extraordinary diversity of the natural world and its role in securing a sustainable future. The day’s panels will discuss the range of efforts to study, conserve,…