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The Midterm Elections and Environmental Protection
Tuesday’s election could be key in deciding federal environmental protection moving forward.
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Last Chance to Apply to the 2019 Interdisciplinary Postdoc Program
If you’re a postdoc interested in sustainable development, apply by October 31.
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9 Awesome Exhibits from the 2018 Lamont Open House
This annual celebration consists of talks by Lamont’s world-renowned experts as well as dozens of hands-on activities and experiments for kids to learn about how our planet works.
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Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Designated a Clean Air Campus
The award from the New York State Department of Transportation recognizes Lamont’s electric shuttle buses, bike-friendly engineering, and more.
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Navigating Political Polarization in Times of Crisis: Lessons from the Difficult Conversations Lab
AC4’s Peter T. Coleman weighs in on how we can do a better job at talking about hot topics like climate change, immigration, and Trump.
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Global Perspectives on the UN’s Global Pact for the Environment
Legal experts from around the world weigh in on a UN resolution that aims to codify a human right to the environment in international law.
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CIESIN seeks GIS Interns
Detail-oriented students interested in GIS data exploration, analysis, and documentation can apply by September 24.
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Center on Global Energy Policy Launches Carbon Management Research Initiative
The initiative will help to drive business models, investment vehicles, and policies for a new carbon economy.

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“

