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Maintaining Hope in A Horrible Time
Human ingenuity and persistence give me hope and help me navigate the worst public health catastrophe in a century.
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Protecting Biodiversity Requires Action at All Levels
As the U.N. gathers for a biodiversity summit, an alum reminds us that citizens’ actions and voices can make a difference, too.
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California’s Continuing Climate Leadership
California deserves our gratitude for again leading the way and providing hope in this most difficult time.
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How the Eco Ambassador Program is Transforming Environmental Education
The program from Columbia’s Center for Sustainable Development is equipping young people with skills to address environmental crises in their communities.
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Building the Profession of Sustainability Management
Today, most of those running sustainability units are trained in other fields. As they retire they will be replaced by well-trained sustainability professionals.
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Alumni Spotlight: Milo McBride, Climate Advocate and Creative Thinker
The recent graduate shares highlights from his time in the Environmental Science and Policy program, and advice for current students.
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An Interview with Bruce Kahn, an Ecologist Who Became an Investment Banker
The Sustainability Management lecturer shares his views on how consumer demand could and should drive sustainability transformations.
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How We Will Turn It Around: Rebounding From America’s 2020 Nightmare
The pandemic and the western fires are examples of a catastrophic failure by America’s government to protect the public.
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Re-Imagining Africa’s Food Future at the Intersection of Agriculture and Conservation
In order to sustainably feed a growing population, Africa must shift to an agricultural system that recognizes the value of both people and nature.
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
