Sustainability74
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Not So Sweet: Tanzania Confronts Arbitration over Large-Scale Sugarcane and Ethanol Project
The legal battle underscores the challenges that arise when governments, international investors, and the rights of local communities are at odds.
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The Centrality of Science to Sustainability
The growth of this field of study is one of the reasons I am optimistic that we will overcome and meet the challenges of climate change and global sustainability.
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Can You Survive Our Climate Week Challenge?
These seven not-so-hard things will shrink your carbon footprint. We dare you to try them.
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6 Climate Change Solutions We Can All Agree On
These ideas hold merit no matter where you fall on the political spectrum
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Houston’s Post-Harvey Toxic Mess
If we are to maintain the way of life we enjoy while maintaining a safe and healthy environment, we need to require more careful management of toxic substances.
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From Oil Exploration to Sustainability Specialist
Emily Poorvin used to discover new drill sites for oil and gas companies; now she’s earning a masters degree in Environmental Science and Policy from Columbia.
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The Earth Institute’s Newest Sustainability Program Begins in January 2018
Sustainability Science graduates will have the scientific know-how to help organizations improve their environmental performance.
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A Look at the Israeli West Bank Barrier Wall
The small Arab community of Baqa al-Gharbiyye has been deeply impacted by the construction of the wall.
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Sustainable Macroeconomics Class Seeks Teaching Assistant
Taught by Jeffrey Sachs, the Massive Open Online Course will focus on the new directions of macroeconomic analysis required to integrate sustainable development challenges.

The first Earth Day in 1970 ignited a movement to stop polluting our planet. This Earth Month, 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.