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Science for the Planet: Tackling the Invisible Threat of Nanoplastics
Beizhan Yan, an environmental geochemist at the Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, has come up with new methods to detect and analyze tiny plastic particles to better understand their impact on human and environmental health.
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Five Ways To Make Your Life More Sustainable
Ready to go green(er) this Earth Day? Here’s a place to start.
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We Have the Power To Protect Our Planet
Our Power, Our Planet is the theme of Earth Day 2025, and it invites the world to join together in support of renewable energy.
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Meet the Woman Pioneering Sustainable Change in Fashion
Maxine Bédat advocates for improved transparency and sustainability goals within the apparel industry.
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Columbia Beautiful Planet 2024
Each year, we honor Earth Day by sharing some amazing photos celebrating the beauty and magic of our planet from our campuses to the far corners of the world as captured by the Columbia community.
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Plugging the Leak on Laundry Pollution
Laundry is the biggest source of microplastic fibers in our waterways. These Columbia researchers are working on a solution.
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Quiz: Plastics 101
Though you likely use plastic every day, how much do you really know about this “Material of a Thousand Uses”?
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Protecting Our Planet: 5 Strategies for Reducing Plastic Waste
Think global, fight local: In honor of Earth Day, here are some tips to reduce your plastic footprint.
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This Earth Day, Choose the Planet Over Plastics
In keeping with the theme of Earth Day 2024, how do we reduce global plastic pollution and ensure a more sustainable future?
Congratulations to our Columbia Climate School Class of 2026 and all of our 2026 Columbia University graduates! Learn more about our May 15 Climate School Class Day celebration. 💙 #Columbia2026 #ColumbiaClimate2026