International Research Institute for Climate and Society, Columbia Climate School Employee Directory
Research ServicesNew York, United States11-50 Employees
The International Research Institute for Climate and Society, affiliated with the Columbia Climate School, pursues a dual aim: advancing knowledge about climate risks and turning that understanding into practical capacity through research, education, and capacity-building activities. It also develops forecasts and informational products intended to support real-world decisions, stressing reliability and the value of partnerships for implementation. The organization is based in Palisades, New York. Its focus is on improving human welfare and environmental outcomes, particularly in developing countries, by helping communities understand, anticipate, and respond to climate-related impacts. By blending science with user-oriented information, the institute seeks to translate climate insights into guidance that decision-makers can apply.