State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

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  • The Communication Climate After 2020: Stormy but Hopeful

    The Communication Climate After 2020: Stormy but Hopeful

    A global community, including the Earth Institute’s Initiative on Communication and Sustainability, is working hard to make information and connectivity matter a little more each day.

  • Journalism Needs More Diverse Voices

    Journalism Needs More Diverse Voices

    Journalism is supposed to be a two-way conversation, but many voices and cultures are not included on either end of the dialogue. It’s time for a reckoning, according to a recent webinar.

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The first Earth Day in 1970 ignited a movement to stop polluting our planet. Today, our scientists and experts are tackling the most pressing challenges to achieve real-world impact. This Earth Day, join us in our commitment to realizing a just and sustainable future for our planet. Visit our Earth Day website for ideas, resources, and inspiration.

  • The Communication Climate After 2020: Stormy but Hopeful

    The Communication Climate After 2020: Stormy but Hopeful

    A global community, including the Earth Institute’s Initiative on Communication and Sustainability, is working hard to make information and connectivity matter a little more each day.

  • Journalism Needs More Diverse Voices

    Journalism Needs More Diverse Voices

    Journalism is supposed to be a two-way conversation, but many voices and cultures are not included on either end of the dialogue. It’s time for a reckoning, according to a recent webinar.