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The Mayor’s Shameful Mismanagement of New York City’s Parks
For a mayor who talks about equity and income inequality, he should remember that parks are one of the few services we already have that provide a measure of equality, access and opportunity for all. They should be treasured rather than trashed.
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Earth Institute Postdoctoral Research Program Now Accepting Applications for 2021
Doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D. or Sc.D. recipients interested in research on sustainable development can apply by October 28.
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Climate Change and the American Political Agenda
We’ve managed to avoid the topic for decades, but the force of public opinion is finally ending the era of American national climate nondecision-making.
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This ‘Green’ Space Shouldn’t Be So White
There are steps individuals can take to support more diversity in the environmental sciences.
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To Preserve Tropical Forests, Empower Local Communities
In a recent webinar, researchers discussed communities in Guatemala that sustainably manage the local forest, creating jobs and income while controlling fires and narcotrafficking.
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Alumni Spotlight: Diana McCarthy-Bercury Leads Sustainability in Branford, CT
She uses her Sustainability Management degree every day as the town’s sustainability and compliance manager.
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Students Study Conflict and Collaboration at Bears Ears
This year’s Clinic on Conflict and Collaboration in Natural Resource Management focused on the Bears Ears National Monument, conducting research to explore how the management of public lands contributes to peace and conflict among stakeholders in the region.
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Double Trouble: The Importance of Thinking About Compound Risk
Compound risk — when multiple risks occur simultaneously, or one after another — was the topic of a recent discussion as part of the Resilience Media Project, a part of the Initiative on Communication and Sustainability at the Earth Institute.
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Celebrating the Sustainability Management Program’s 10th Anniversary
The M.S. in Sustainability Management program is excited to celebrate its tenth anniversary this fall. Learn more about its history and future.
The first Earth Day in 1970 ignited a movement to stop polluting our planet. Today, our scientists and experts are tackling the most pressing challenges to achieve real-world impact. This Earth Day, join us in our commitment to realizing a just and sustainable future for our planet. Visit our Earth Day website for ideas, resources, and inspiration.
