MPA in Environmental Science and Policy10
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Brighton Kaoma: Empowering Communities for Climate Action Since Age 14
As a teenage radio journalist in Zambia, Kaoma helped communities voice their environmental concerns. Now he’s a graduate student in Environmental Science and Policy.
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Recommendations for Creating a Department of Sustainability and Climate Change in NYC
A graduate student workshop evaluated the challenges and opportunities for a bill that aims to unite sustainability and resiliency issues under one office in city government.
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How Climate Change Threatens NYC’s Transportation Infrastructure
Environmental Science and Policy alum Susanne DesRoches has testified before Congress on how to build resiliency in roadways and public transit.
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The Hidden Costs of Food Waste
Nearly 40 percent of all food goes uneaten in the U.S. Environmental policy alumni examine the impacts of food waste and how we can make a difference.
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Student Spotlight: Incorporating Sustainable Policies Within the Mining Industry
Former mining consultant Josefina Correa is studying Environmental Science and Policy in order to provide sustainable solutions to mining industry challenges.
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Where Science Meets Policy: Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Hosts Environmental Policy Students
As part of the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy, students undertake science courses that will serve as a foundational basis for tackling policy issues. Who better to learn from than the individuals who dominate earth science research?
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Environmental Science and Policy Students Tackle Legislation Head-on
As part of their coursework, the students will analyze and develop implementation plans for five real-world bills.
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Alum Spotlight: Presidential Management Fellow Reflects on Transition to the Public Sector
An MPA in Environmental Science and Policy alum discusses her role as an international trade specialist and how Columbia helped facilitate a pivot to the public sector.
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Summer 2019 Teaching Assistantship Available in Environmental Science and Policy Program
The Master of Public Administration in Environmental Science and Policy is seeking to hire a teaching assistant for the Summer 2019 semester.
The first Earth Day in 1970 ignited a movement to stop polluting our planet. This Earth Month, 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.
