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Celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Women scientists play an essential role in the Earth Institute’s mission to understand how the planet works, how humans are changing it, and how to build a sustainable future.
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Researchers Study How Mauritius Achieves and Sustains Peace
At a time of harsh divisions across the world, this small island off the coast of Africa is one of only four countries free from both domestic and international conflict. What’s its secret?
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Tackling Environmental Dilemmas Requires Integrating the Legacy of Colonialism
Why Malcom Ferdinand advocates for ecological movements to engage in the struggle against racism, and vice versa.
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Combating Global Climate Change at the Regional Scale
In a recent forum, researchers explained how Columbia Global Centers helped them appreciate the different priorities and approaches of other countries in regards to the climate crisis.
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Uma Óptica de Género É Essencial Para Sustentar a Paz: Evidências de Moçambique
Um novo relatório revela a importância de um entendimento amplo de ‘paz e segurança’ para explicar a insegurança enfrentada por mulheres e raparigas moçambicanas em suas vidas quotidianas.
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A Gender Lens is Essential to Sustaining Peace: Evidence from Mozambique
A new report reveals the importance of a broad understanding of “peace and security” to account for the challenges Mozambican women and girls face every day.
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Apply Now for the Peace and Social Change Fellowship
The fellowship supports women grassroots activists working to promote peace and security. The deadline for applications is October 23.
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How to Save a Rainforest: It’s All About Conflict Resolution
A new Earth Institute study offers practical lessons in the implementation of conflict sensitive conservation, a first outside of Africa.
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Fusing Sustainability and Education in New York City Schools
Oren Pizmony-Levy works to help schools engage with environmental and social justice issues at every level.

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
