individual behavior
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Individually, We Can’t End Climate Change. But That Doesn’t Mean We Shouldn’t Try.
Although one person can’t save the world, they can make choices that avoid making things worse.
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The Role of Individual Responsibility in the Transition to Environmental Sustainability
The path to environmental sustainability is long and winding and will require decades of listening and learning from each other.

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
