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Faculty Spotlight: Sara Tjossem Focuses on Sustainability and the History of Science
Senior lecturer Sara Tjossem discusses her research and role in the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy program.
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Scott Barrett is Not Hopeful About Climate Change, But He is Determined
Focusing on collective action that aligns with human nature, he studies solutions to the greatest problem facing the world today.
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Student Spotlight: From Marine Biology to Environmental Policy
MPA in Environmental Science and Policy student Shirley Binder aims to incorporate environmental policy fundamentals into her marine biology background.
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Six Reasons to Be Hopeful About Fighting Climate Change
Depressing news and turbulent politics can leave many of us discouraged, but it’s not all doom and gloom; Earth Institute experts weigh in on what gives them hope.
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Studying Sustainability in Israel: It’s Complicated
MPA in Environmental Science and Policy students travel to Israel to learn more about the geopolitical climate and resource management as a tool for peace.
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Alum Spotlight: Applying Management, Strategic Communication and Policy Expertise to Human and Environmental Health
MPA in Environmental Science and Policy alum Julie Manoharan leverages her degree to help shape communications strategies and program development.
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What it Will Take to Create a Circular Economy
Building an economy based on reusing and repurposing products will require big transformations. Participants at a recent event outlined concrete steps on how we can move forward.
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Student Spotlight: A Shift From Education to Environmental Science and Policy
Pivoting from a career in high school science education, Sid Tulsiani hopes to engage with issues of climate change and energy.
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Project Drives Sustainability Commitments From Guinea’s Bauxite Mining Industry
In response to guidance from Earth Institute researchers, the largest mining companies in Guinea have committed to sharing sustainability best practices.
AGU25, the premier Earth and space science conference, takes place December 15-19, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year’s theme—Where Science Connects Us—puts in focus how science depends on connection, from the lab to the field to the ballot box. Once again, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory and Columbia Climate School scientists, experts, students, and educators are playing an active role, sharing our research and helping shape the future of our planet. #AGU25 Learn More
