Columbia’s Path to Net Zero
Plan 2030 is a ten-year strategic plan that outlines aggressive sustainability goals, grounded in climate science, for Columbia’s New York campuses to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. The plan uses the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) and United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to establish principles and measurable targets that will help ensure Columbia will achieve this goal.
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Columbia Presents Case Study at Anniversary Event for Plant-Powered Carbon Challenge
During Earth Week, the NYC Mayor’s Office of Food Policy hosted signatories from its Plant-Powered Carbon Challenge (PPCC) for an anniversary event. Columbia, among the first signatories for the program, presented a case study detailing accomplishments and challenges from its first full year of participation.
2025 Earth Week Event Showcases Student Research and Operational Progress
As part of Earth Week 2025, the Office of Sustainability and Columbia Climate School co-hosted their annual Earth Month Showcase.
Earth Week 2025 Events
Every year, groups and individuals across Columbia celebrate Earth Day as a moment to reflect on the importance of appreciating and protecting our planet and natural resources, as well as an opportunity to plan for the future. This year, the Office of Sustainability and student sustainability clubs across campus hope to combine efforts in one campus-wide Earth Week. There will be various activities and workshops throughout the week hosted by individual clubs, culminating in a panel on Friday as a collaboration between student sustainability leaders and Columbia University.