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Time to Give Up on a Carbon Tax?
Although generally a good idea, taxing carbon is politically difficult. And there are solutions that may be more effective.
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Joe Biden’s Inspiring and Strategic Climate and Economic Leadership
Joe Biden is providing America with inspiring and strategic climate and economic leadership.
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Columbia University Releases New Plan to Reach Net Zero Emissions by 2050
The plan provides a set of strategies and benchmarks, grounded in science, for Columbia to achieve its ambitious sustainability goals.
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On the Eve of Earth Day, A Live Discussion About the Consequential Decade Ahead
Tonight’s Earth Lecture takes a hard look at climate change and the path forward.
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Rebuilding America’s National Government
The presence of a competent national government capable of investment in the future will enable environmentally sustainable economic growth.
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Social Cost of Carbon: What Is It, and Why Do We Need to Calculate It?
It can help us weigh the costs and benefits of climate regulations, but nailing down an exact number is difficult.
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Biden’s Climate Summit and the Practical Path to Decarbonization
Following four years of Trump’s climate denial, the Biden administration has gone all in and is starting to articulate a comprehensive climate policy.
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Community Group Welcomes Step Forward for Offshore Wind in New York
On March 18, the New York Public Service Commission green-lighted a critical component of the state’s first offshore wind farm.
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Forget Fossil Fuels and Focus on Renewables
Instead of taxing fossil fuels we should subsidize and invest in renewable energy.
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
