The Earth Institute
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The Earth Institute is a research institute at Columbia University created in 1995 for addressing complex issues facing the planet and its inhabitants, with a focus on sustainable development. With an interdisciplinary approach, this includes research in climate change, geology, global health, economics, management, agriculture, ecosystems, urbanization, energy, hazards, and water. The Earth Institute's activities are guided by the idea that science and technological tools that already exist could be applied to greatly improve conditions for the world's poor, while preserving the natural systems that support life on Earth.
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Founded | 1995; 29 years ago (1995) |
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Founder | Peter B. de Menocal |
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Key people | Alex N. Halliday (director) |
Affiliations | Columbia University |
Website | www |
The Earth Institute supports projects in the biological, engineering, social, and health sciences.