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Join Us on May 30 to Celebrate Hudson River World Fish Migration Day
Hosted by scientists and educators at multiple locations along the lower Hudson River Estuary, this event celebrates the vital role played by estuaries in the life cycle of many ocean fish species.
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Why Manhattanhenge Matters Beyond the Sunset
Manhattanhenge is a reminder that we live on a tilted, rotating planet orbiting something much larger—a perspective scientists link to stronger spatial awareness and environmental concern.
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Ancient Dust Points To Retreat of West Antarctic Ice Sheet During Last Warm Period
Antarctica’s Ross Ice Shelf and the West Antarctic Ice Sheet may have been far smaller during one of Earth’s most recent warm periods, according to a new study.
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The Paradox of AI and Climate
AI is a two-sided coin, with tremendous potential to benefit the environment while also requiring an immense amount of water and energy. How will these two opposing dynamics balance out—or can they?
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Can Coney Island’s Dunes Protect Against Another Sandy?
The Coney Island Creek dune planting project started in 2021, with the goal of increasing coastal resilience and giving community members hands-on experience protecting their environment.
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Columbia’s Energy Tech Conference Spotlights the Race for AI’s Clean Power Future
How do we power the AI boom without blowing past climate goals and breaking the grid?
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Congratulations to the 2026 Graduates of the Columbia Climate School
On May 15, M.A. in Climate and Society and M.S. in Climate Finance students gathered to celebrate their accomplishments.
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Columbia Climate School Mace Bearer Carries a Tradition Forward
This year, professors Kristina Guild Douglass and Michel Sadelain will both hold the ceremonial role.
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Indonesia May Soon Lose Its Last Glaciers
Scientists estimate that Indonesia will lose its two remaining glaciers by 2030—a warning for glaciers around the world.
