Welcome
A compelling case for the existence of anthropogenic, or human-induced, climate change has been made and the climate science community now faces the challenge of identifying actions to minimize further negative impacts of climate change.
This challenge requires a multidisciplinary approach that involves climate scientists, engineers, economists, experts in public health, and social and political scientists, to:
- Improve our understanding of future climate impacts.
- Develop and evaluate strategies for adaptation and mitigation.
- Effectively communicate the science and impacts of climate change.
- Work with stakeholders to develop best practices for adaptation and mitigation.
The Columbia Climate Center was formed by the Earth Institute to meet the climate challenge by integrating and building upon the many climate-related activities and research efforts conducted throughout Columbia University.
Our Mission:
The Columbia Climate Center seeks to improve humankind's capacity to understand, predict, and respond to climate variability and change within a multidisciplinary approach to sustainable development. By integrating basic and applied research in climate science, engineering, public health, economics, social science and political science conducted throughout Columbia University, the Center will develop strategies for adaptation to and mitigation of climate change, while communicating the science and impacts of climate change to society and providing policy analysis and advising to stakeholders and decision makers.
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday, November 24
The National Academy of Engineering Grand Challenges: An Overview and Focus on Water
3:00 to 4:30 PM (reception to follow)
1501 International Affairs Building
In the News:
Why Isn't the Brain Green? by Jon Gertner
New York Times Magazine, April 16, 2009
Ted Turner on Murdoch, CNN and Jacques Cousteau by Marnie Hanel
Vanity Fair/Politics and Power, April 3, 2009
New climate centre launches at Columbia by Bill Hewitt
Nature/Climate Feedback, April 1, 2009
Earth Hour 2009: A Billion to Go Dark Saturday? by Ker Than
National Geographic News, March 26, 2009
Measuring Emissions of Greenhouse Gases: EPA Takes a Critical First Step by Steve Cohen
The New York Observer, March 17, 2009
Adapting to Climate Change in New York City by Steve Cohen
The New York Observer, February 27, 2009