gowanus canal
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Toxic Legacies and Transformative Learning: MPA-ESP Students Explore the Gowanus Canal
In June, a group of students stepped out of the classroom and into one of New York City’s most environmentally complex sites.
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Dredging up New York City’s Glacial Memory
Glaciologist Elizabeth Case spoke to New Yorkers about the role glaciers have played in designing the city’s landscape.
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Students Tour Gowanus Canal Superfund Site
With the help of local tour guides, Environmental Science and Policy students learned about the background and current state of one of the most contaminated sites in the country.
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Nature’s Toxic Crusaders
Can mushrooms help clean up oil spills? Can oysters filter sewage pollution? Industrial waste is being injected into the planet’s soil and water as a result of human activity. Pioneers in the field of conservation and sustainability are employing nature’s own biological task force to help clean up.
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.
