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  • Climate Change Getting You Down? Here Are Some Coping Strategies

    Climate Change Getting You Down? Here Are Some Coping Strategies

    Psychologist Wendy Greenspun shares techniques for dealing with climate burnout and staying resilient in the face of humanity’s greatest challenge.

  • Dead Plants Strengthen Beliefs in Global Warming

    Dead Plants Strengthen Beliefs in Global Warming

    Subtle stimuli in the environment exert a strong influence on the way we think about global warming. The notion that surrounding objects unconsciously influence our thoughts and behavior is of interest to individuals who are interested in developing strategies to promote sustainable behavior.

Blue banner with kids and Earth photos. Text: "Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House, Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10am-4pm.

On Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 10am to 4pm, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House—our biggest, best science fun and discovery event of the year—will take place on our beautiful campus in Palisades, NY. Mark your calendar and join us for this free, family-friendly celebration of science! RSVP Today!

  • Climate Change Getting You Down? Here Are Some Coping Strategies

    Climate Change Getting You Down? Here Are Some Coping Strategies

    Psychologist Wendy Greenspun shares techniques for dealing with climate burnout and staying resilient in the face of humanity’s greatest challenge.

  • Dead Plants Strengthen Beliefs in Global Warming

    Dead Plants Strengthen Beliefs in Global Warming

    Subtle stimuli in the environment exert a strong influence on the way we think about global warming. The notion that surrounding objects unconsciously influence our thoughts and behavior is of interest to individuals who are interested in developing strategies to promote sustainable behavior.