Postdoctoral Research Fellows Archives - State of the Planet

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Short Film Captures the Story of a Just Energy Transition in Tonawanda, NY

Directed by a former Earth Institute postdoc, the documentary shows how residents pushed for justice and dignity when two major coal plants closed down.

by Liv Yoon |October 10, 2022
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Mining, Land Grabs, and More: When Decarbonization Conflicts With Human Rights

Transitioning off fossil fuels isn’t all sunshine and roses. Experts from around Columbia Climate School weigh in on how governments and developers can move forward responsibly.

by |September 22, 2022

Columbia Climate School Postdoctoral Research Program Now Accepting Applications for 2023

The application deadline is October 31.

by |September 7, 2022

Earth Institute Postdoctoral Research Program Now Accepting Applications for 2022

Doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D. or Sc.D. recipients interested in research on sustainable development can apply by October 27.

by |September 2, 2021

Experts Weigh In on the Deep Freeze and Power Outages in Texas

Is a failure of wind power really behind the blackouts? How can we make sure this doesn’t happen again? Earth Institute scholars have answers to these questions and more.

by |February 18, 2021
Elisabeth Ilboudo Nébié sitting on concrete wall

Lisa Ilboudo Nébié: Studying Food Security, Environmental Changes and Migration in West Africa

She studies how environmental changes impact communities around the world, and how communities adapt.

by |February 11, 2021
resident stands near rainwater harvesting system

Study Paves Way for Rainwater Harvesting in Mexico City

The city has installed more than 20,000 systems for some its neediest residents.

by |January 14, 2021
people walk and bicycle in snowy central park

City Parks: A Lifesaver During COVID Winter

A study that explored winter park use among New Yorkers last year offers key insights into improving the mental wellbeing of urban dwellers as the pandemic merges with colder weather.

by Megan Maurer and Dan Poniachik |November 12, 2020
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Last Chance to Apply to the 2021 Interdisciplinary Postdoc Program

The Earth Institute Postdoctoral Research program is the premier program in the world for those dedicated to advancing the understanding of critical scientific and social issues in sustainable development.

by |October 21, 2020

Earth Institute Postdoctoral Research Program Now Accepting Applications for 2021

Doctoral candidates or recent Ph.D., M.D., J.D. or Sc.D. recipients interested in research on sustainable development can apply by October 28.

by |August 28, 2020