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Key Takeaways From the 2020 Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change
The report brings together experts from across the globe, including Melissa Lott, who examines the impacts of air pollution from the energy sector.
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COVID-19 and Biodiversity Loss: How Destruction of the Environment Leads to Pandemics
To protect ourselves from future pandemics, we must rethink humanity’s relationship with nature.
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Thanksgiving 2020: How to Have a Safe and Happy Celebration
With COVID-19 raging out of control, it’s not safe to hold a traditional Thanksgiving celebration this year. But there’s still a lot we can do to enjoy this holiday season.
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Glaciers Unlock Clues to Spanish Flu Pandemic
A timely article published in GeoHealth explores the links between unusual climate conditions during the Spanish Flu and the mortality rate from the disease.
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City Parks: A Lifesaver During COVID Winter
A study that explored winter park use among New Yorkers last year offers key insights into improving the mental wellbeing of urban dwellers as the pandemic merges with colder weather.
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Virtual Talk Emphasizes Links Between Housing, Energy, and Environmental Justice
Sociologist Diana Hernandez highlighted the need to consider a variety of factors when it comes to designing solutions for low-income and communities of color.
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Technology Behind GRID3 Program Helps Eradicate Wild Polio in Nigeria
Geospatial data holds great potential to improve health, food security, and educational opportunities in developing countries.

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


