Forests, Forecasts, and Firsts

Events

Hurricanes are responsible for some of the most costly and devastating disasters to impact the USA, as recent events like Hurricane Helene have underscored. While hurricanes play a crucial role in Earth's climate system, their characteristics are increasingly influenced by the rising concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, particularly carbon dioxide (CO2).

On November 13 6-8pm ET, join us for our next Public Lecture, The Influence of Climate Change on Hurricanes, with Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory climate scientist Suzana Camargo, who will examine both the changes we can already detect in recent years and the projections for the end of the century. Hosted by Lamont interim director Steven L. Goldstein, this in-person event begins with a reception from 6-7pm ET followed by the discussion from 7-8pm ET. Learn More/RSVP

Climate Disasters Inspired by Great Masters: Sea Level Rise Inspired by Hokusai by Mary Tiegreen with Bing AI

At the Public Lecture Series reception, visitors have the opportunity to view two incredible art exhibits: Climate Disasters Inspired by Great Masters, 27 canvases by Mary Tiegreen + Bing AI representing current climate issues, and Research as Art, intersections of art and science by Lamont researchers to spark conversations about each through the lens of the other.

Research as Art: Sail by Glacial Hauntologies

Dinosaurs Thrived After Ice, Not Fire, Says a New Study of Ancient Volcanism

Shaking From April's New Jersey Quake Went Oddly Far, Raising Questions on Regional Hazard

Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Celebrates 75 Years of Geosciences

Highlights From the 2024 Lamont Open House: 75th Anniversary Edition

Tree Rings, Climate Change and the Rainy Season

In Morningside Park, a Restored Waterfall, a Renewed Pond, and a Blueprint for Climate-Resilient Public Space

Amplifying Youth Voices in Sustainable Planning

A Showcase Combining Knowledge and Action

Education

Last chance to register for Climate Finance-The Challenges of Transitioning from Funding Climate Change to Funding Net-Zero Professional Learning Workshop! 

This workshop will explore a wide array of issues and controversies regarding climate finance with the objective of helping participants understand the challenges of mobilizing money to mitigate GHG emissions and adapt to the physical impacts of climate change. 

Learn more in Unlocking Climate Finance: Navigating Challenges, Tools and Strategies for a Net-Zero Future, our interview with workshop instructors Paul DeNoon and Gerry Paul, and 

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On November 6 4-4:30pm ET, join us for Bringing Youth Voices to the Climate Conversation, ideal for students, educators, and families grades 6-12. Our high school Polar Climate Ambassadors and Lamont experts Margie Turrin and Marisa Annunziato will share their takeaways from a summer of discussing the role of young people in tackling climate change issues. Learn best practices for amplifying voices in the fight for a sustainable world and enjoy a fun conversation with this impressive group. RSVP today (free but registration required)!

And check out our YouTube archive of all past workshops.

Hudson River Field Station

Celebrating the 22nd Annual Day in the Life of the Hudson and Harbor!

During this year’s Day in the Life of the Hudson and Harbor, we hosted over 160 Rockland County high school students. The Field Station was among 100 sites connecting students to their local waterfronts, spanning over 150 miles of the Hudson River, and including the East, Bronx, Harlem, and Mohawk Rivers.

Our students jumped into a wadable section of the Hudson off Piermont Pier to catch fish and crabs and collect sediment cores. They measured the tides and currents over the course of the day, tested the water for important chemical properties, measured turbidity, and finally, delved into the microscopic world of the Hudson to identify plankton! Check out our Day in the Life website to learn more about the event and the amazing data that has been collected by students of all ages over the years.

Community Science Programs at the Hudson River Field Station!

Despite the weather cooling off, our community science programs continue to help us collect important information and data! Monthly microplastic sampling investigates potential sources of microplastics along Piermont Pier and elevates our knowledge about the prevalence of microplastics in our section of the Hudson River Estuary. With the return of our eastern oyster cages through the Billion Oyster Project, community scientists can learn more about how important oysters are to the ecosystem and all the wildlife they support. And stay tuned for a new community science program that will look at enterococcus levels! Questions? Contact Marisa Annunziato.

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