environmental science
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Environmentalism Shouldn’t Be This White
An Asian environmentalist shares reflections on diversity and inclusion in higher education.
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This ‘Green’ Space Shouldn’t Be So White
There are steps individuals can take to support more diversity in the environmental sciences.
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The Role of Finance in Achieving Sustainability
Last month, the Earth Institute celebrated the publication of a new book and heard from panelists on the role of harnessing financial acumen to achieve long-run sustainability.
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Announcing a New Earth Institute Affiliation Program
Are you a Columbia faculty, researcher or staff person with work related to sustainability, climate or earth and environmental science? We invite you to join the Earth Institute community by becoming an Affiliate.
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Prof. Cohen Discusses Sustainability and Cities, Government, and Sustainable Lifestyles
The Columbia Alliance program profiled Steve Cohen to discuss approaches to shape a sustainable urban future.
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Institutionalizing Sustainability in New York City Government
Since the city’s term-limited mayor will be replaced by someone else, how do we assure that sustainability policy will continue to be implemented?
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The True Foundation of Civil Liberty
Over the doorway of James Madison High School in Brooklyn there is a quote from James Madison which states, “education is the true foundation of civil liberty”.
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The Use of Science in Environmental Decision Making
We need to do a better job of integrating scientific knowledge into management decision making. The world is too complicated, interconnected and dangerous to act without real scientific observations and analysis.
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Faculty Spotlight: Sara Tjossem Focuses on Sustainability and the History of Science
Senior lecturer Sara Tjossem discusses her research and role in the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy program.
COP31, the 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference, aims to advance dialogue, strengthen consensus, and accelerate climate action on a global scale. From November 9–20, 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye, heads of state, ministers, scientists, business leaders, and civil society will gather to advance efforts in emission targets, climate finance, and adaptation and resilience. Once again, our experts, students, and global thought leaders from Columbia Climate School and across Columbia University are contributing to key events, sharing insights, and helping shape the dialogue toward ambitious, science-based solutions. Learn More
