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“Climate Change and Environmental Justice in Harlem" panel. Photo: Chris Dobens / WE ACT

Harlem Week Event Discusses Environmental Justice and a More Equitable Future

A century ago, the Harlem Renaissance changed the worlds of art and culture. Could Harlem one day become a leader in the transition to a green economy?

by |August 15, 2022

Congestion Pricing is Stuck in New York’s Political Traffic

The subway system requires new signals, switches, cars, and expanded routes. While congestion pricing can’t pay for all of that, it can help.

by |June 13, 2022
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Faye McNeill Combats Air Pollution, From the Molecular to the Global Scale

The first woman to earn tenure in Columbia’s chemical engineering department, McNeill is working for cleaner air in developing countries.

by |March 8, 2022
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A Road Map for Minibus Electrification

A report co-authored by the Center for Sustainable Urban Development offers recommendations for electrifying a popular mode of transportation in three African cities.

by Elise Gout |February 23, 2022
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It’s Time to Invest in New York City’s Parks

Mayor Adams understands the importance of parks and is committed to enhanced parks equity.

by |February 14, 2022

NYC Mayor Adams’ All-Star Environmental Leadership Team

Last week, Mayor Eric Adams took the time between the city’s many emergencies to announce his powerfully organized environmental leadership team.

by |February 7, 2022

Let’s Build a Train From Brooklyn to Queens and Someday to the Bronx

Let’s build that interborough train line and once it’s up and running, build a second phase to the Bronx.

by |January 10, 2022
Four data sets reveal somewhat different areas at risk to sea level rise.

Improving Estimates of Population Exposed to Sea Level Rise: Not as Straightforward as It May Seem

Data choices are critical in assessing the risk of sea level rise faced by people living in low elevation coastal zones.

Building and Financing the Infrastructure of a Sustainable New York City

The city’s environmental sustainability effort spans many agencies and needs control and coordination by a senior official with experience and clout.

by |December 20, 2021

American Geophysical Union 2021: Key Events From the Columbia Climate School

A guide to some of the most provocative talks at the world’s largest gathering of earth and space scientists.

by |December 7, 2021