State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

bioplastics

  • The Truth About Bioplastics

    The Truth About Bioplastics

    Plastics made from organic material are often touted as being eco-friendly, but do they live up to the hype?

Composite banner with modern building at night and portrait of Dean Alexis Abramson that reads "Science for the Planet"

By studying thousands of buildings and analyzing their electricity use, Columbia Climate School Dean Alexis Abramson has been able to uncover ways to significantly cut energy consumption and emissions. Watch the Video: “Engineering a Cooler Future Through Smarter Buildings

  • The Truth About Bioplastics

    The Truth About Bioplastics

    Plastics made from organic material are often touted as being eco-friendly, but do they live up to the hype?