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American Geophysical Union 2018: Key Events From the Earth Institute
The American Geophysical Union fall meeting takes place Dec. 10-14 in Washington, D.C. Here is a guide to key talks and other events from Columbia’s Earth Institute.
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Building Resiliency in Sierra Leone’s Fishing Communities
Coastal communities in Sierra Leone face threats from climate change, overfishing, and erosion. A new vulnerability assessment helps to pinpoint solutions.
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Columbia Researchers Help With Plan to Restore and Protect the Hudson River
A comprehensive plan outlines ways to clean up the Hudson River and reduce the impacts from development and climate change.
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CIESIN seeks GIS Interns
Detail-oriented students interested in GIS data exploration, analysis, and documentation can apply by September 24.
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The Intersection of Climate Science and Hope: A Personal Story
A man from Mali explains why he spent his summer working with Columbia’s Center for International Earth Science Information Network.
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Fall 2018 Earth Institute Internship Opportunities
A variety of undergraduate, graduate and PhD positions are available in various departments and research centers. Apply by September 16, 2018.
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Pictures Worth a Thousand Words: How Satellite Imagery is Improving Agriculture in Developing Countries
A partnership between two research institutes is helping to promote sustainable land-use practices in African nations.
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Addressing Climate Migration Within Borders Helps Countries Plan, Mitigate Effects
A new report is the first to focus on longer-term climate impacts on crop and water resources, and the ways in which they may influence internal migration.
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Climate Migrants Will Soon Shift Populations of Many Countries, Says World Bank
If emissions of greenhouse gases remain high, as many as 143 million “internal migrants” might move within their own countries by 2050.
Congratulations to our Columbia Climate School Class of 2026 and all of our 2026 Columbia University graduates! Learn more about our May 15 Climate School Class Day celebration. 💙 #Columbia2026 #ColumbiaClimate2026
