State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

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  • Announcing a New Earth Institute Affiliation Program

    Announcing a New Earth Institute Affiliation Program

    Are you a Columbia faculty, researcher or staff person with work related to sustainability, climate or earth and environmental science? We invite you to join the Earth Institute community by becoming an Affiliate.

  • Behind the Science: Our Distinguished Staff

    Behind the Science: Our Distinguished Staff

    Get to know the 2016 and 2015 winners of the Earth Institute’s Distinguished Staff Award, and consider nominating a colleague for 2017.

Colorful icons representing nature, sustainable living, and renewable energy with text "Earth Day 2026"

The first Earth Day in 1970 ignited a movement to stop polluting our planet. Today, our scientists and experts are tackling the most pressing challenges to achieve real-world impact. This Earth Day, join us in our commitment to realizing a just and sustainable future for our planet. Visit our Earth Day website for ideas, resources, and inspiration.

  • Announcing a New Earth Institute Affiliation Program

    Announcing a New Earth Institute Affiliation Program

    Are you a Columbia faculty, researcher or staff person with work related to sustainability, climate or earth and environmental science? We invite you to join the Earth Institute community by becoming an Affiliate.

  • Behind the Science: Our Distinguished Staff

    Behind the Science: Our Distinguished Staff

    Get to know the 2016 and 2015 winners of the Earth Institute’s Distinguished Staff Award, and consider nominating a colleague for 2017.