Tag Archives: climate

Science Friday host Ira Flatow is sitting down with acclaimed science fiction author Kim Stanley Robinson to talk about his latest book New York 2140. The book envisions a not-so-distant future in which sea levels have risen, the streets of New York have become canals, and skyscrapers have become islands. The discussion will include a Q&A, book signing, and a demonstration from the Science Friday Education team. Tickets are $15 and include a Strand gift card for the same amount.

At this moment, two very different and unusual projects for addressing climate change are being explored in New York City. Plans are proceeding for a project by BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group to create a storm barrier called The Dryline (BIG U), which addresses New York City’s vulnerability to coastal flooding with a protective ribbon […]

As the world seeks to move from consensus to action on climate change, one burning question remains: can natural resource investments be sustainable in the age of climate change? This Conference brings together diverse stakeholders to explore the key challenges of and necessary steps to developing and implementing such a vision. The Conference takes as […]

'2016 marks the point where we realize that climate change is deeply intertwined with problems like poverty, inequality, and the long-term sustainability of the planet.'

This Earth Day, get inspired to take action with a thought-provoking film on climate change and global food security.

"Museums are leaders, and we're asking them to demonstrate their leadership."

"This is not about just incremental change. This is about whole system change. And this applies to all of us, whatever sphere of influence we have."

Public opinion lags scientific understanding of climate, and so our political system doesn't move fast enough. A new book offers ideas to change that around.

"An ounce of laws is worth 10,000 pounds of rhetoric."

The Earth Institute's Center for Research on Environmental Decisions (CRED) presents "What We Think About When We Try Not To Think About Global Warming," with Per Espen Stoknes, Author, Psychologist and Economist.

A new crowdsourced map shows some important features of the city and describes how we can respond to changing climate.

The people behind the Urban Climate Change Research Network (UCCRN) are passionate about delivering climate science to cities, with over 100 citations in the latest IPCC report. So who are they?

Four City Atlas interns and the editor reflect on their experiences at the People's Climate March.

As shown in the event description: The Earth Institute’s Center for Environmental Sustainability (EICES),the International Research Institute for Climate and Society (IRI) and the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) invite you to a high level scientific discussion on the side of the United Nations Climate Summit. Speakers include: Eduardo Brondizio, Professor, Department of Anthropology; […]

Jessie Reilly's participatory project Our Climate Projected is one way you can help spread the word about the UN Climate Summit and march.

This year NYC Climate Justice Youth Summit will focus on: the connection between fossil fuel extraction and climate justice. The Summit will serve as the launch to prepare the youth for what we hope to be the biggest climate march in New York City-The People’s Climate March.

This year NYC Climate Justice Youth Summit will focus on: the connection between fossil fuel extraction and climate justice. The Summit will serve as the launch to prepare the youth for what we hope to be the biggest climate march in New York City-The People’s Climate March.

Learn about everyday weather events including lightning and thunder, clouds and the water cycle, and hurricanes and other extreme storms.