decolonization
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Water Week Event Sparks Deep Discussion Around Community-driven Urban Planning
More than 70 researchers, government officials, consultants, and academics came together at the Forum to discuss alternative solutions and approaches for water action in cities.
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How Colonialism Spawned and Continues to Exacerbate the Climate Crisis
Colonialism was motivated by the promise of plundering the environment and subjugating populations. Its legacy makes it far more challenging to address the climate crisis and implement equitable solutions.
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Colonialism Distorts the Quest to Save Heritage Threatened by Climate Change, Say Researchers
Climate change threatens to destroy invaluable heritage sites and traditions in marginalized countries — but empowering local people is key to saving it.
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Decolonizing Through Music and Dance: Reflections From Huehca Omeyocan
The co-founder of a group that promotes the cultural practices of the Anahuac Indigenous people explains how this work contributes to decolonization and sustainability.
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!
