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Alumni Spotlight: Advancing Ocean Governance Through Research, Policy and Diplomacy
April 17, 2025

Since graduating from the MPA-ESP program, Jeremy Raguain’s work has focused on ocean conservation and marine biodiversity.

Why Climate Finance Is Key To Fighting Climate Change
April 16, 2025

Massive sums of money are needed to mitigate climate disasters and to prepare for what’s on the horizon.

From Classroom to Climate Action: SDEV Alumni Share Diverse Career Paths
April 15, 2025

An alumni panel offered Columbia students the chance to learn about the various sectors and opportunities for climate and sustainability-related careers.

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Sabin Center’s Online Tracking Tools Monitor Government Actions on Climate Change
January 22, 2025

Since 2017, the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law has documented policies that restrict or expand initiatives in science and climate.

7 Questions for Columbia Climate School’s New Dean, Alexis Abramson 
January 6, 2025

The new Climate School dean discusses her commitment to climate action and the impact she thinks the school will have on the climate crisis.

Climate School Expands Faculty
December 19, 2024

Vijay Modi, Dan Steingart and Alan West will join Climate School faculty in 2025.

Communicating Science

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There are many resources to help scientists and scholars better connect with the press, public, policymakers, and each other. Here are some handy links, including handbooks, toolkits, insights on the relationships between science and the media, and fellowships for scientists who want to hone their communication skills.

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