Celebrating Women and Girls in Science

High in a Cloud Forest, Tapping Into the Breathing of a Volcanic Beast

Celebrating Women in Science: Tree-Ring Researcher Rose Oelkers

Celebrating the 2024 International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Science for the Planet: Uncovering the Mysteries of Greenland's Melting Ice Sheets

A Climate Expert Explains Why Atmospheric Rivers Are Causing Historic Rainfall in California

Servicing GNSS (GPS) in Bangladesh Once Again

Events

In February, we hosted our in-person Public Lecture, Seas of Change: The Microscopic World that Drives Ocean Health and Climate, presented by Sonya Dyhrman, marine biologist and professor of earth and environmental sciences. Watch the Recording

Hudson River Field Station

Join us on April 20 12-4:30pm ET for the Haverstraw Earth Day Arts and Science Festival!

Taking place in Emeline Park on the shores of the Hudson River Estuary in Haverstraw, NY, this family-friendly, fun-filled event aims to deepen understanding of and engagement with local environments through hands-on learning such as exhibits, educational activities, and crafts focused on nature. Stop by the Hudson River Field Station’s exhibit to learn about the Hudson Estuary and its inhabitants through activities such as identifying fish and crabs caught during the event! This outdoor festival, which is a collaboration between the Haverstraw Brick Museum, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, and Strawtown Studio, promises a safe, interactive learning experience for children and adults alike to foster an appreciation for the environment. Learn More

Education

Climate LIVE K12 features live lectures and interactive activities with our scientists and experts for K-12 students, educators, families, and the public! FREE but registration required.

Up Next:
On March 13 4-4:30pm ET, join us for Carbon Removal & Storage in a Just Transition, ideal for students grades 9-12, undergraduates, educators, the public. In this session, we will explore various carbon removal solutions and policy perspectives, and what it will take to scale up this nascent industry in ensuring a just energy transition. RSVP today!

Learn more about all upcoming events in the series.

Participants in the 2023 Polar Climate Ambassador Program visit the Core Repository to learn more about this unique climate archive retrieved from the bottom of the ocean.

Our Lamont summer internship programs for high school students are accepting applicants until mid-March for non-residential experiences involving local fieldwork. Each program is seeking a diverse group of students for these exciting summer research opportunities. Apply today!

• Next Generation of Hudson River Educators, based at the Hudson River Field Station, accepts Rockland and regional students. Apply

• Polar Climate Ambassadors Program, based at both Lamont and the Field Station. Apply

Pre-College workshops are for high school students (Grades 9-12, and rising 9th graders) who want to sharpen their knowledge and skills in climate change and sustainability, advancing their learning outside of school, and preparing them for the college experience. 

The Spring 2024 Pre-College Virtual Workshop, Climate Connections: Why We Should ALL Care About the Polar Regions, focuses on understanding the polar regions and their importance in driving and maintaining natural processes on Earth. Students will dive into understanding the changes that are occurring, the research in these regions, and how to become a Polar Climate Ambassador, trained to step up to educate and advocate for change to mitigate climate change impacts. This 7-week workshop begins Saturday, March 23.  Register Today!

Professional Learning workshops are for working professionals and adult learners who want to upskill and explore new topics to further job-related interests without the commitment of a degree program, developing an understanding of climate and sustainability challenges with our experts.

Climate Finance-The Challenges of Transitioning from Funding Climate Change to Funding Net-Zero 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. Discussion topics include the key actors in the transition, financial tools that can be employed, the role of government regulations, ESG and impact investing, and the role markets should play. Register today! 

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