MPA in Environmental Science and Policy Archives - State of the Planet

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Environmental Science and Policy Students Win Third Place in Sustainable Fashion Competition

The team invented a hypothetical denim brand that centers sustainability and reusability.

by Alyssa Ramirez, Maya Navabi, Ariela Levy, Rashika Choudhary, and Allison Day |April 7, 2021
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How to Nudge Climate Deniers Into Doing the Right Thing

With the right kind of language and framing, some kinds of skeptics are willing to take action around climate change.

by Allison Day |April 7, 2021
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Future of Food: Exploring Challenges to Global Food Systems

The effectiveness of global food system is undermined by two key challenges: waste and nutrition.

by Mahak Agrawal |January 15, 2021
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Alumni Spotlight: Milo McBride, Climate Advocate and Creative Thinker

The recent graduate shares highlights from his time in the Environmental Science and Policy program, and advice for current students.

by Jiaqi Wang |September 17, 2020
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Re-Imagining Africa’s Food Future at the Intersection of Agriculture and Conservation

In order to sustainably feed a growing population, Africa must shift to an agricultural system that recognizes the value of both people and nature.

by Alice Ruhweza, Jeff Worden, and Brighton Kaoma |September 10, 2020

Alumni Spotlight: Gabe Cowles, Creatively Adapting During the COVID-19 Crisis

He works for a company that normally makes batteries to support renewable energy. During the pandemic, however, they have pivoted to making hand sanitizer.

by Chandler Precht |August 27, 2020

The Coming 5G Revolution: How Will It Affect the Environment?

5G, the next generation of cellular network technology, is imminent. How will it help or harm our environment?

by |August 13, 2020
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To Battle COVID and Climate Change, NYC Should Invest in Cycling

New York has the potential to be a model for how cities around the country can employ bicycling to improve environmental conditions and quality of life for residents.

by Josh Cooper |July 29, 2020
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Summer 2020 Workshop in Environmental Policy Addresses Crucial Sustainability Challenges

Five workshop teams will analyze the science behind several bills that have been proposed in Congress.

by Jiaqi Wang |July 15, 2020
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Waste in the World of COVID-19

Single-use plastics are having a revival. Some of the changes have been brought on not by necessity, but by the powerful plastics lobby taking advantage of a time of crisis.

by Kelly Rose Nunziata |June 24, 2020