climate
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Dangerous Hot Days Are Spreading Beyond Summer
Extreme heat has become more common. But a new study finds that these events are no longer confined to the warmest part of the year; they are also becoming more frequent in the months before and after.
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August Research Roundup: Select Papers
This month, we covered a long-term analysis suggesting that landfill methane emissions may be far higher than estimated, as well as new research on unexpected trends in U.S. extreme rainfall. Here are additional studies worth noting.
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Alex de Sherbinin Named Director of New Earth Institute Hub
The new initiative at Columbia Climate School is designed to strengthen university-wide collaboration on issues spanning climate, Earth, society and sustainability.
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Columbia Climate School Welcomes Environmental Social Scientist Garrett Albistegui Adler
Albistegui Adler is an interdisciplinary environmental social scientist whose research examines the political and social impacts of climate change and climate variability.
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Columbia Climate School Mace Bearer Carries a Tradition Forward
This year, professors Kristina Guild Douglass and Michel Sadelain will both hold the ceremonial role.
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Make Every Voice Count This Earth Day
We all have the power to protect our planet, this month and beyond.
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Celebrating the 2026 International Day of Women and Girls in Science
In honor of this year’s theme, “Synergizing AI, Social Science, STEM and Finance: Building Inclusive Futures for Women and Girls,” we’re highlighting just some of the exceptional women researchers from the Columbia Climate School.
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American Geophysical Union 2025: Key Scientific Presentations From Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Columbia Climate School
Check out a guide to some of our notable research at this year’s AGU conference.
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Amplifying Action: Adam Met and Alexis Abramson Talk Climate on ‘Sing for Science’ Podcast
Ready to get involved in the climate movement? Musician Adam Met and Climate School Dean Alexis Abramson share practical, inspiring ways to take action on the popular Sing for Science podcast.
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