MS in Sustainability Science
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The Environmental Cost of War
Daryush Nourbaha, an M.S. in Sustainability Science alum, reflects on the heavy toll of global conflict.
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Two Sustainability Students See Opportunity Hidden in Laundry-Induced Microplastic Pollution
Students and faculty at Columbia’s M.S. in Sustainability Management and Sustainability Science programs turned cutting-edge research on microplastics into Moby Filter, a sustainability startup tackling laundry-induced pollution at its source.
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Columbia Climate School Hosts 10th Annual Sustainability Careers Reception
Sustainability professionals and Columbia students from varying backgrounds and degree pursuits gathered to discuss the opportunities, skills and projects in sustainability and climate.
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Why Sustainability Matters in Marathons
An M.S. in Sustainability Science graduate reflects on the pros and cons of running marathons—for people and the planet.
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Columbia Climate School Hosts Ninth Annual Sustainability Careers Reception
Thirty-three sustainability professionals and 88 Columbia students from varying backgrounds and degree pursuits gathered to discuss the ever-pressing challenges and real-world applications of sustainability and climate.
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Unlocking Climate Finance: Navigating Challenges, Tools and Strategies for a Net-Zero Future
A professional learning workshop will teach participants from diverse backgrounds all about the complexities and opportunities for climate finance.
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Climate School Appoints Five New Faculty Members
New faculty members from a variety of disciplines will add to the breadth of Climate School education programs.
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Army Veteran and Environmental Advocate: A Sustainability Science Student’s Journey to Columbia
Olivia Colton reflects on her experience in the military and how it connects with her education in environmental conservation.
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Celebrating the 2024 International Day of Women and Girls in Science
In honor of this year’s sustainability theme, we highlight just a few examples of the outstanding women scientists from the Columbia Climate School.

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
