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Climate change — caused by human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrialization — is one of the most urgent challenges facing our planet. These activities increase greenhouse gas emissions, trapping heat in the atmosphere and disrupting global climate systems. The impacts are far-reaching, from more frequent extreme weather events to rising sea levels and ecosystem shifts. Tackling climate change will require a sustained commitment to cutting emissions, transitioning to renewable energy, and strengthening resilience in vulnerable communities worldwide.

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• Art History & the Caribbean Imagination
  Thursday, April 3, 2025 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Where: Casa Hispanica, 612 W. 116 St., New York, NY 10027 Description: The Greater Caribbean Program presents Climate Change and the Caribbean, the third of four roundtables in a series highlighting Columbia and Barnard faculty work on Greater Caribbean studies.  Speakers:  Yasmine Espert, Visual Studies  Alexander Alberro, Art History Frances Negrón-Muntaner, English & CSER Moderator:  Maja Horn Registration closes April 2nd at noon. […]
• Sustainability in the Age of AI & Driving Climate Tech Solutions
  Monday, March 31, 2025 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Where: Pulitzer Hall, 2950 Broadway, New York, NY 10027 Description: About this event Artificial intelligence (AI) is undeniably transforming the world—accelerating innovation, reshaping industries, and redefining how we tackle global challenges.  Recognizing AI’s potential to monitor environmental conditions, enhance corporate sustainability strategies, and accelerate climate solutions, this event will bring together thought leaders in tech and sustainability to explore how AI […]
• CBS Alumni Shaping the Future of Social Enterprise
  Tuesday, March 25, 2025 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Where: Columbia Business School, David Geffen Hall, 645 West 130th Street, New York, NY 10027 Description: Join us for a live event and taping with Professor Ray Horton, founder of the Social Enterprise Program (today’s Tamer Institute for Social Enterprise and Climate Change), director Sandi Wright, and the groundbreaking social enterprise leaders featured in this season’s More MPE podcast series for a discussion on lessons from successful careers […]

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