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The Planet Has a Fever
A recent study shows heat waves are growing longer and more frequent in almost every part of the world. The findings emphasize the need to take action against climate change.
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10 Climate Change Impacts That Will Affect Us All
And how to protect yourself from them.
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Adam Sobel Testifies on Extreme Weather and Climate Change: Uncertainty is Not Our Friend
In a hearing of the House Science Committee, the meteorologist weighed in on heatwaves and hurricanes, and underscored the need for action.
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Longer Summer Stretches of Drought, Extreme Heat and Flooding Expected in a Warming World, Study Says
The changes could affect health, agriculture and ecosystems, the study suggests.
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Greener Ways to Keep Cool During a Heat Wave
The world is warming and our air conditioners are making it worse. Here are some less energy-intensive ways to survive the rising heat.
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If You Think This Summer’s Heat Waves Are Bad, Just Wait for the Future
Rising temperatures and humidity could make summers unbearable in the southeastern U.S. and beyond, according to a study published in December.
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Defining and Predicting Heat Waves in Bangladesh
New research shows that in Bangladesh, heat wave predictability exists from a few days to several weeks in advance, which could save thousands of lives.
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NYC’s Heat Waves: A Harbinger of Things to Come?
As global temperatures rise and heat records are broken, many wonder if New York City’s heat waves this summer were a result of climate change, and if we will experience more of them in the future.
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Study Warns of Surge in Heat-Related Deaths in New York City
A new study projects that as many as 3,331 people a year could be dying from the heat during New York City summers by 2080 as a result of the warming climate. That compares to 638 heat-related deaths on average between 2000 and 2006.
During COP30—the 2025 UN Climate Change Conference taking place November 10–21 in Belém, Brazil—experts from Columbia Climate School and Columbia University will be contributing to key events, sharing insights, and helping shape the dialogue toward ambitious, science-based solutions. Learn More
