State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

Earth Day7

  • Things You Can Do to Make A Difference (And Have Fun) on Earth Day

    Things You Can Do to Make A Difference (And Have Fun) on Earth Day

    Looking for ideas about how to get out, get involved and make a difference this Earth Day? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

  • Your Earth Questions, Answered

    Your Earth Questions, Answered

    In celebration of Earth Month and Earth Day, our scientists are tackling reader questions on science and sustainability.

  • Earth Institute Celebrates Earth Day 2018 in Herald Square

    Earth Institute Celebrates Earth Day 2018 in Herald Square

    As part of NYC’s Car-Free Earth Day, we took to the streets to spread the word about climate change.

  • How We Can All Make Waves: Earth Day Reflections from Columbia Water Center

    How We Can All Make Waves: Earth Day Reflections from Columbia Water Center

    Members of Columbia Water Center share what Earth Day means to them, and offer ways – large and small – that we can all advocate for water and a healthier planet.

  • Earth Day’s Importance and Evolution Since 1970

    The issue for Earth Day, 2015, is how we marshal the forces of technology toward the goal of creating a sustainable, high-throughput economy. Some of these new technologies will damage our environment. Some, like solar power, can help protect the environment.

  • Earth: Utilities Included

    by Shahid Naeem, Professor of Ecology, Columbia University The day all utilities and service providers stop sending us bills would be a day of unparalleled celebration, with ticker-tape parades for the executives of utilities companies, and the naming of national heroes. Until that day comes, we have Earth Day. Our most vital utilities and services…

Banner with images representing environmental issues and text "You Asked: Our Scientists and Experts Answer Your Burning Questions."

You Asked invites you to share your most pressing questions about climate, science, and sustainability. Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Columbia Climate School experts will respond with clear, evidence-based answers. Pose your questions and story ideas!

  • Things You Can Do to Make A Difference (And Have Fun) on Earth Day

    Things You Can Do to Make A Difference (And Have Fun) on Earth Day

    Looking for ideas about how to get out, get involved and make a difference this Earth Day? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

  • Your Earth Questions, Answered

    Your Earth Questions, Answered

    In celebration of Earth Month and Earth Day, our scientists are tackling reader questions on science and sustainability.

  • Earth Institute Celebrates Earth Day 2018 in Herald Square

    Earth Institute Celebrates Earth Day 2018 in Herald Square

    As part of NYC’s Car-Free Earth Day, we took to the streets to spread the word about climate change.

  • How We Can All Make Waves: Earth Day Reflections from Columbia Water Center

    How We Can All Make Waves: Earth Day Reflections from Columbia Water Center

    Members of Columbia Water Center share what Earth Day means to them, and offer ways – large and small – that we can all advocate for water and a healthier planet.

  • Earth Day’s Importance and Evolution Since 1970

    The issue for Earth Day, 2015, is how we marshal the forces of technology toward the goal of creating a sustainable, high-throughput economy. Some of these new technologies will damage our environment. Some, like solar power, can help protect the environment.

  • Earth: Utilities Included

    by Shahid Naeem, Professor of Ecology, Columbia University The day all utilities and service providers stop sending us bills would be a day of unparalleled celebration, with ticker-tape parades for the executives of utilities companies, and the naming of national heroes. Until that day comes, we have Earth Day. Our most vital utilities and services…