Peter B. Kelemen
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Earth’s Continents Stabilized Due to Furnace-Like Heat, Study Reveals
The new discovery has implications beyond geologic history, such as the search for critical minerals and habitable planets beyond Earth.
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New Report Examines Key Steps Forward in Removing Carbon Dioxide from Air
The report describes how “negative emissions technologies” that remove and sequester carbon dioxide from the air will need to play a significant role in mitigating climate change.
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
