State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

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  • It’s Time to Regulate E-Bikes and Scooters in New York City

    It’s Time to Regulate E-Bikes and Scooters in New York City

    As the nation and city decarbonize and move toward electricity-based energy systems, new technologies will continue to emerge, and we will need to develop rules to ensure that new technologies are deployed safely.

  • The Big Impact of Electric Scooters

    The Big Impact of Electric Scooters

    A recent talk hosted by the Undergraduate Program in Sustainable Development discussed the challenges and benefits of micro-mobility as a form of sustainable transportation.

Blue banner with kids and Earth photos. Text: "Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Open House, Saturday, October 17, 2026, 10am-4pm.

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!

  • It’s Time to Regulate E-Bikes and Scooters in New York City

    It’s Time to Regulate E-Bikes and Scooters in New York City

    As the nation and city decarbonize and move toward electricity-based energy systems, new technologies will continue to emerge, and we will need to develop rules to ensure that new technologies are deployed safely.

  • The Big Impact of Electric Scooters

    The Big Impact of Electric Scooters

    A recent talk hosted by the Undergraduate Program in Sustainable Development discussed the challenges and benefits of micro-mobility as a form of sustainable transportation.