You Asked: Dinosaurs Survived When CO2 Was Extremely High. Why Can’t Humans?
Our expert says: Although carbon dioxide levels have been much higher in the past, they generally increased slowly, giving plants and animals time to adapt. When the rate of climate change was...
View ArticleHow Colonialism Spawned and Continues to Exacerbate the Climate Crisis
Colonialism was motivated by the promise of plundering the environment and subjugating populations. Its legacy makes it far more challenging to address the climate crisis and implement equitable...
View ArticleMining, Land Grabs, and More: When Decarbonization Conflicts With Human Rights
Transitioning off fossil fuels isn’t all sunshine and roses. Experts from around Columbia Climate School weigh in on how governments and developers can move forward responsibly.
View ArticleHow Do We Deal With the Polarization Around Climate Change?
Suggestions from Peter Coleman, psychologist and expert in conflict and cooperation.
View ArticleColumbia Climate School Named University Partner for Climate Week NYC 2023
The week will see over 400 events and activities across the city designed to push the world to put their climate plans into action.
View ArticlePutting This Summer’s Record Global Heat Into Context
A roundup of articles aimed at explaining what is happening, and why.
View ArticleClimate Week 2023 at Columbia Climate School
As the official university partner of this year's Climate Week NYC, the Climate School has an exciting lineup of events planned for September 17-24.
View ArticleCharting the Course for Innovations in Food Systems
A multi-session Climate Week event at Columbia included presentations, interactive activities, and panels on the most challenging and hopeful avenues for the future of food.
View ArticleUsing Recycled Materials, Designer Jianhui Yan Is Creating Sustainable Fashion
An interview with fashion designer Jianhui Yan, who's been making beautiful and eco-friendly apparel for almost two decades.
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