The latest earth, climate, and environmental science news from across Columbia.
A new study could provide insight into natural hazards and help guide infrastructure and revitalization projects.
New research suggests that resilience to climate change is driven by ecological fit, flexibility, and local knowledge.
The index provides a novel and more realistic picture of risk, including access to financing to address climate vulnerabilities
A Climate School marine geophysicist shares her perspectives on marine research, and what brings her hope for the field.
Alexis Abramson’s first love was the study of heat—how to use it, conserve it and eliminate waste.
On May 13, Acting President Shipman visited labs across disciplines that are advancing bold solutions to today’s most urgent challenges.
The cities include not just those on the coasts, but many in the interior. Houston is sinking fastest.
Columbia climate scientists led a project to provide officials, organizations, and families with tools to plan for the worst.
People in impoverished urban areas, refugee camps, and war zones can be particularly vulnerable to climate threats.
A new study warns that widespread areas may soon become too hot during extreme heat events for even healthy people to survive.
Jeffrey Schlegelmilch, director of Columbia's National Center for Disaster Preparedness, discusses the path forward.
Alexis Abramson says the Climate School is in a unique position to tackle the climate crisis.