Scientists connected to Columbia Climate School and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory received notable accolades from renowned national and international research societies this fall.| State of the Planet
Solar radiation management is gaining traction as a climate intervention—but new research warns that real-world constraints make it riskier and more uncertain than most models suggest.| State of the Planet
Effective climate policy must treat forest regeneration and emissions reductions as complementary strategies, not alternatives, according to a new paper.| State of the Planet
Join us next week for events on resilient water systems, sustainable fashion, the energy transition and much more.| State of the Planet
Aboard the R/V Marcus G. Langseth, 13 teachers traveled from San Diego to the Galápagos Islands this summer, learning about oceanography and collaboration along the way.| State of the Planet
Lamont scientists are working with lumber salvage companies to preserve old timbers from demolished structures that offer rich clues to climate data and human history.| State of the Planet
Measurements analyzed by an international research team indicate the global ocean absorbed significantly less CO₂ than anticipated during the unprecedented marine heatwave in 2023.| State of the Planet
In its new season, the Food Pod for Humanity podcast explores plant-based diets and alternative proteins to reduce food-related climate impacts.| State of the Planet
A warning system, which might involve integrating older technology like weather radios with new AI products and local knowledge, is key to preventing future loss of life.| State of the Planet
A new study finds that some forms of air pollution in the atmosphere have helped shade the Earth’s surface from the sun’s energy.| State of the Planet
A new study offers insight into natural hazards and river restoration, potentially guiding infrastructure projects ahead of disasters like the recent Texas flooding.| State of the Planet
On May 16, M.A. in Climate and Society students gathered to celebrate their accomplishments.| State of the Planet
Our Power, Our Planet is the theme of Earth Day 2025, and it invites the world to join together in support of renewable energy.| State of the Planet
Desertification is occurring in many parts of the world, including the western U.S., Brazil, most of Europe, Asia and central Africa. Is it too late to reverse it?| State of the Planet
Much research focuses on people fleeing climate risks and natural hazards. What about those who can't move?| State of the Planet
Jeffrey Schlegelmilch, director of the National Center for Disaster Preparedness, discusses why these fires have been so devastating and what can be done about wildfires going forward.| State of the Planet
The author discusses the essential role of culture in fighting climate change.| State of the Planet
New research demonstrates trees grow fastest in the neighborhoods that need them the most.| State of the Planet
The National Center for Disaster Preparedness at the Columbia Climate School will now offer FEMA-certified trainings on climate change, equity and emergency management.| State of the Planet
Geologists are combing the New Jersey countryside for signs of earthquakes past and present.| State of the Planet
