COVID-1911
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The Amazon Continues to Burn
The environmental tragedy does not stop even in the face of the pandemic. From January to April, over 1200 square kilometers of forest were wiped out.
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Glaciers Preserve Our History. We Must Defend Them.
In a century or two, future generations will be able to ‘read’ the pandemic chapter in ice cores — if glaciers still exist then.
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How to Disinfect Your Mask: A Step-by-Step Guide
Social distancing and mask-wearing are here to stay for the foreseeable future. This guide will help you safely disinfect and reuse some types of disposable masks.
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Predicting the Future Response to Our Current Cascading Crises
Anyone who confidently predicts the second half of 2020 hasn’t been paying serious attention to the first half of the year.
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The Search for Nature in Times of Crisis and Beyond
Seeing nature outside of the city has always been a privilege very few New Yorkers could afford. The rest of us can cope with being housebound by shifting how we define ‘nature.’
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Notes From a Diplomat in Isolation
During the coronavirus pandemic, a Sustainability Management student learns to focus on what’s most important.
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Coronavirus Is Improving Water Quality — For Now, At Least
With less pollution entering the air, our waterways are getting cleaner. Whether or not they stay that way is up to us.
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What Will the Weather Be After Coronavirus?
Pollution is going down, but temperatures could still rise. Here’s why.
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Going Back ‘Home’ in the Time of Coronavirus
An international student recounts her experience of trying to return home while borders were closing due to the pandemic.
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
