Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University

Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University
Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory seeks fundamental knowledge about the origin, evolution, and future of the natural world. Our scientists study the planet from its deepest interior to the outer reaches of its atmosphere, on every continent and in every ocean, providing a rational basis for the difficult choices facing humanity.   Lamont is the scientific research heart of the Columbia Climate School, which was founded in 2020 to develop and inspire knowledge-based solutions and educate future leaders for just and prosperous societies on a healthy planet.  (www.ldeo.columbia.edu)
Founded in 1949

Headquarters

61 Rt 9W
Palisades, NY, 10964 United States