Center for Environmental Research and Conservation
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Bushfires in Australia Continue to Devastate New Zealand Glaciers
Smoke and ash from Australia’s devastating fires pose a significant threat to New Zealand’s glaciers.
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Sustainability Certification in Aquaculture: Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is?
Should we certify aquaculture? A look at mounting challenges in the push for sustainable seafood.
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Keeping America Competitive by Sparking Curiosity in the Classroom
To keep America competitive in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (the STEM disciplines), a report from the National Academy of Sciences calls for strengthening the skills of some 250,000 teachers across the United States through university-run science training programs. The report asserts that when teachers gain laboratory experience and conduct fieldwork alongside active researchers, they…
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
