State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

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  • Sustainability Policy: Hastening the Transition to a Cleaner Economy

    Sustainability Policy: Hastening the Transition to a Cleaner Economy

    On Tuesday, authors Steven Cohen, William Eimicke, and Alison Miller celebrated the release of their new book, Sustainability Policy: Hastening the Transition to a Cleaner Economy. Moderated by Columbia MPA in Environmental Science and Policy alum Curtis Probst, the authors discussed the critical role of government and public policy in bringing about a sustainable economy…

  • Donor Communications and Research Internship Opportunity

    The Office of Funding Initiatives is seeking an intern to provide research and communications support for the Spring 2015 semester. Tasks will include donor/prospect research, database maintenance, mailing support and communications and writing.

  • Josh Fisher Named Director of Consortium on Cooperation, Conflict and Complexity

    Josh Fisher Named Director of Consortium on Cooperation, Conflict and Complexity

    “The road ahead for AC4 involves integrating the lessons learned from the peace, conflict and security communities into the work being done at The Earth Institute on developing solutions for sustainable development.” — Josh Fisher

  • Faculty Profile: Steve Cohen

    Faculty Profile: Steve Cohen

    Dr. Steven Cohen is a Professor in the Practice of Public Affairs at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs and the Director of the Research Program on Sustainability Policy and Management at Columbia University’s Earth Institute. He is also the Director of the Master of Public Administration Program in Environmental Science and Policy…

  • MPA Students Focus on Campus Waste

    MPA Students Focus on Campus Waste

    During the fall 2014 semester, members of the MPA in Environmental Science class of 2015 conducted campus-wide waste audits to gain a better understanding of student recycling habits. Read an account of the project from Adrian Ang, one of leaders of the waste audit project

  • Birth of a Desert

    Birth of a Desert

    North Africa once was quite green, From ancient lakes, clues we can glean:

  • Summer Program Opens Door to the Life of a Scientist

    Summer Program Opens Door to the Life of a Scientist

    For Destiny Torres, a biology major at Brown University and a Gates Millennium Scholar, the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory’s Secondary School Field Research Program in 2010 offered her the perfect combination of research, mentorship, lab work, and a glimpse into the daily life of a scientist.

  • MS Student Aims for Career in ESG Measurement

    MS Student Aims for Career in ESG Measurement

    Current Master of Science in Sustainability Management (MSSM) student Divya Bendre had just completed postgraduate work in Policy Studies and was working in management consulting in Singapore when she stumbled upon an article by Steve Cohen entitled “Educating Sustainability Professionals” that changed the trajectory of her career path. Divya joined the program because she felt…

  • Rebuilding After Hurricane Sandy

    Rebuilding After Hurricane Sandy

    In June 2013, the Rebuild by Design competition was launched to find innovative solutions to the vulnerabilities of the region that Sandy exposed. The six winning projects were chosen for their excellence in design and resilience, and engagement with local communities. How will they protect their communities?

Photo of the Earth from space with the text "Lamont at AGU25" on top.

AGU25, the premier Earth and space science conference, takes place December 15-19, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year’s theme—Where Science Connects Us—puts in focus how science depends on connection, from the lab to the field to the ballot box. Once again, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Columbia Climate School scientists, experts, students, and educators are playing an active role, sharing our research and helping shape the future of our planet. #AGU25 Learn More

  • Sustainability Policy: Hastening the Transition to a Cleaner Economy

    Sustainability Policy: Hastening the Transition to a Cleaner Economy

    On Tuesday, authors Steven Cohen, William Eimicke, and Alison Miller celebrated the release of their new book, Sustainability Policy: Hastening the Transition to a Cleaner Economy. Moderated by Columbia MPA in Environmental Science and Policy alum Curtis Probst, the authors discussed the critical role of government and public policy in bringing about a sustainable economy…

  • Donor Communications and Research Internship Opportunity

    The Office of Funding Initiatives is seeking an intern to provide research and communications support for the Spring 2015 semester. Tasks will include donor/prospect research, database maintenance, mailing support and communications and writing.

  • Josh Fisher Named Director of Consortium on Cooperation, Conflict and Complexity

    Josh Fisher Named Director of Consortium on Cooperation, Conflict and Complexity

    “The road ahead for AC4 involves integrating the lessons learned from the peace, conflict and security communities into the work being done at The Earth Institute on developing solutions for sustainable development.” — Josh Fisher

  • Faculty Profile: Steve Cohen

    Faculty Profile: Steve Cohen

    Dr. Steven Cohen is a Professor in the Practice of Public Affairs at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs and the Director of the Research Program on Sustainability Policy and Management at Columbia University’s Earth Institute. He is also the Director of the Master of Public Administration Program in Environmental Science and Policy…

  • MPA Students Focus on Campus Waste

    MPA Students Focus on Campus Waste

    During the fall 2014 semester, members of the MPA in Environmental Science class of 2015 conducted campus-wide waste audits to gain a better understanding of student recycling habits. Read an account of the project from Adrian Ang, one of leaders of the waste audit project

  • Birth of a Desert

    Birth of a Desert

    North Africa once was quite green, From ancient lakes, clues we can glean:

  • Summer Program Opens Door to the Life of a Scientist

    Summer Program Opens Door to the Life of a Scientist

    For Destiny Torres, a biology major at Brown University and a Gates Millennium Scholar, the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory’s Secondary School Field Research Program in 2010 offered her the perfect combination of research, mentorship, lab work, and a glimpse into the daily life of a scientist.

  • MS Student Aims for Career in ESG Measurement

    MS Student Aims for Career in ESG Measurement

    Current Master of Science in Sustainability Management (MSSM) student Divya Bendre had just completed postgraduate work in Policy Studies and was working in management consulting in Singapore when she stumbled upon an article by Steve Cohen entitled “Educating Sustainability Professionals” that changed the trajectory of her career path. Divya joined the program because she felt…

  • Rebuilding After Hurricane Sandy

    Rebuilding After Hurricane Sandy

    In June 2013, the Rebuild by Design competition was launched to find innovative solutions to the vulnerabilities of the region that Sandy exposed. The six winning projects were chosen for their excellence in design and resilience, and engagement with local communities. How will they protect their communities?