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New Book Highlights Threatened Plants of the Tropical Andes
It includes species that live nowhere else on Earth, and emphasizes the need to protect these unique mountain forests.
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This Unique Andean Ecosystem is Warming Almost as Fast as the Arctic
One science team is finding out why—and investigating what a warmer, drier future will mean for biodiversity and water supply in Latin America.
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Climate Change Threatens Fragile Ecosystem in the Andes
A new audio slideshow about the páramo ecosystem in the Andes, at risk of becoming drier because of changing climate conditions
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
