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The Earth Commons—Georgetown University’s Institute for Environment & Sustainability—accelerates action on the most pressing issues of our earth through education, research, and action at Georgetown and beyond.
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Bird populations are declining. Experts are getting closer to figuring out why
Experts, including Dr. Pete Marra, explore data and patterns that might explain why there has been a decline in bird populations.
May 12, 2026
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Tony Inhorn (MS-EIA’26) bridges energy policy, science and community at Georgetown
April 30, 2026
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Meet One of the First Graduates of the Environment and Sustainability Undergraduate Degree
April 28, 2026
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Georgetown Hosts Dr. Fauci, Jesse Eisenberg in ‘Oedipus Rex’ Reading for DC Climate Week
April 23, 2026