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  • The Pros and Cons of Working from Home

    The Pros and Cons of Working from Home

    Looking at remote work from the perspective of management, one can see advantages and disadvantages; organizations will continue to search for the balance of in-person and remote work that best fits their operation.

  • Two Years Into COVID-19, the City That Never Sleeps Returns to Waking Up Early

    Two Years Into COVID-19, the City That Never Sleeps Returns to Waking Up Early

    Higher electricity usage in NYC homes reflects the “new normal,” and raises concerns about winter energy costs.

  • Post-Pandemic Globalization

    Post-Pandemic Globalization

    Authoritarian and nationalistic forces may be seizing on COVID-19 as an opportunity to restrict people and businesses to stay within their borders, but in the long run, the forces of technology, economic development and human curiosity will not be contained.

Banner with images representing environmental issues and text "You Asked: Our Scientists and Experts Answer Your Burning Questions."

You Asked invites you to share your most pressing questions about climate, science, and sustainability. Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Columbia Climate School experts will respond with clear, evidence-based answers. Pose your questions and story ideas!

  • The Pros and Cons of Working from Home

    The Pros and Cons of Working from Home

    Looking at remote work from the perspective of management, one can see advantages and disadvantages; organizations will continue to search for the balance of in-person and remote work that best fits their operation.

  • Two Years Into COVID-19, the City That Never Sleeps Returns to Waking Up Early

    Two Years Into COVID-19, the City That Never Sleeps Returns to Waking Up Early

    Higher electricity usage in NYC homes reflects the “new normal,” and raises concerns about winter energy costs.

  • Post-Pandemic Globalization

    Post-Pandemic Globalization

    Authoritarian and nationalistic forces may be seizing on COVID-19 as an opportunity to restrict people and businesses to stay within their borders, but in the long run, the forces of technology, economic development and human curiosity will not be contained.