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How the Sustainability Management Program Has Evolved During Its First 10 Years
A look at how the program’s coursework has expanded over time to cover the depth and breadth of its students’ interest.
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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.
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Student-led Sustainable Development Journal Celebrates Year of Rapid Growth
Editors of the journal Consilience look back on the successes of the 2019-2020 school year, and discuss goals for the new school year.
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Celebrating the Sustainability Management Program’s 10th Anniversary
The M.S. in Sustainability Management program is excited to celebrate its tenth anniversary this fall. Learn more about its history and future.
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Student Spotlight: Graduating Seniors Reveal How to Thrive in Undergraduate Program in Sustainable Development
Three students discuss their experiences, achievements, and advice for the future students.
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How Do You Measure Innovation in Sustainable Development?
New research analyzes how four countries are utilizing individually tailored platforms to develop economically and sustainably.
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Huge Land Buys Are Driving Tropical Forest Destruction
A new study finds that investments to establish new oil palm or tree plantations seem to consistently have higher rates of forest loss than other types of activities, such as mining and logging.
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A Guide to the Good, Low-Carbon Life
For about 10 years, environmental law professor Karl Coplan has been trying to winnow down his direct footprint of CO2 emissions. He has been successful, and has just published a book chronicling his efforts.
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The Next Climate Tech Breakthrough May Have Already Happened, We Just Didn’t Notice
How biomimicry and evolution can offer sustainable solutions for adaptation and resilience.

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