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Coronavirus and Wildfires Combine to Pose Potential Threat to Indigenous Lives and Lands
But experts say it’s not too late to reduce the most serious effects of these compound issues.
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Huge Land Buys Are Driving Tropical Forest Destruction
A new study finds that investments to establish new oil palm or tree plantations seem to consistently have higher rates of forest loss than other types of activities, such as mining and logging.
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Environmental Protection and Infrastructure Investments Are Necessities, Not Luxuries
A clean and healthy environment and environmental justice are necessities and not luxuries.
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How Ecotourism Can Harm Indigenous Communities
The lack of a clear set rules for ecotourism means it’s often not as sustainable as it sounds.
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New Book Will Highlight Important Lessons for Peacebuilding and Social Transformation
The Youth, Peace, and Security program shares lessons from working with youth leaders in Medellin, Colombia, to foster peace in communities afflicted by violence.
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A Sustainable Arctic Has to Include Indigenous Groups
Assimilation and colonization are still happening in our own backyard.
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A New Primer on Climate Change Science
A new primer lays out the basics of climate science in compact form.
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‘Building’ Sustainability for Buildings
As part of the Spring 2020 Speaker Series, the CEO of Urban Green Council spoke to students about policy solutions to improve energy efficiency in buildings.
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Bringing Sustainability Into the Restoration of an Architectural Jewel
Professor Lynnette Widder was recently featured in an article about how she integrated sustainability into her restoration of a historic home in upstate New York.
COP31, the 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference, aims to advance dialogue, strengthen consensus, and accelerate climate action on a global scale. From November 9–20, 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye, heads of state, ministers, scientists, business leaders, and civil society will gather to advance efforts in emission targets, climate finance, and adaptation and resilience. Once again, our experts, students, and global thought leaders from Columbia Climate School and across Columbia University are contributing to key events, sharing insights, and helping shape the dialogue toward ambitious, science-based solutions. Learn More
