State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

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  • A Life Well Mapped

    A Life Well Mapped

    Mark Becker believed in the power of geospatial data and analysis to motivate our stewardship of the environment and guide development of sustainable approaches that balance human and environmental needs.

  • Mapping Flood Exposure in Southwest Haiti

    Mapping Flood Exposure in Southwest Haiti

    Mapping flood exposure in Haiti is part of ongoing research at CIESIN on environmental risks and integrated development there.

Composite banner with modern building at night and portrait of Dean Alexis Abramson that reads "Science for the Planet"

By studying thousands of buildings and analyzing their electricity use, Columbia Climate School Dean Alexis Abramson has been able to uncover ways to significantly cut energy consumption and emissions. Watch the Video: “Engineering a Cooler Future Through Smarter Buildings

  • A Life Well Mapped

    A Life Well Mapped

    Mark Becker believed in the power of geospatial data and analysis to motivate our stewardship of the environment and guide development of sustainable approaches that balance human and environmental needs.

  • Mapping Flood Exposure in Southwest Haiti

    Mapping Flood Exposure in Southwest Haiti

    Mapping flood exposure in Haiti is part of ongoing research at CIESIN on environmental risks and integrated development there.