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#SEJSpotlight: Emilio Godoy, Freelance Journalist

Meet SEJ member Emilio Godoy! Emilio has been a journalist since 1996. Based in Mexico, since 2007 Emilio has focused his work on the socio-economic and environmental effects of the climate crisis, the need to move towards a low-carbon economy, and sustainable development modalities in Mexico and Latin America.

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September 20, 2023

The Politics and Geopolitics of Latin America's Energy Transition

Join the Center on Global Energy Policy in New York City (or via Zoom) for a discussion on the potential impact of recent developments on LAC’s energy transition, the region’s role in global energy markets, global supply chains and  critical mining commodities necessary for the global clean energy transition. 5:30-7:00 p.m. ET.

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"A Deadly Tick-Borne Epidemic Is Raging"

"The boy came home from school weakened by fever, his ears burning-hot. ... Then, the telltale red spots appeared on his hands. But none of the doctors in this rural community along Mexico’s Pacific coast recognized the warning sign for one of the most lethal infectious diseases in the Americas — Rocky Mountain spotted fever. A week later, the boy was dead."

Source: Washington Post, 08/30/2023

"Expect A Hot, Smoky Summer In Much Of America." Better Get Used To It.

"The only break much of America can hope for anytime soon from eye-watering dangerous smoke from fire-struck Canada is brief bouts of shirt-soaking sweltering heat and humidity from a southern heat wave that has already proven deadly, forecasters say."

Source: AP, 06/30/2023

Monarch Butterflies' White Spots May Help Them Fly Farther: Scientists

"Think of a monarch butterfly, and a distinctive image pops up: black-and-orange wings, with a sprinkling of white spots around the black edges. Those white spots may actually help monarchs complete their long-distance migration by altering the air flow around their wings."

Source: NPR, 06/22/2023

The Seven Stages of Beach Exploitation (and Restoration)

When most people think of coastal tourist destinations, they imagine beaches lined by palm trees and exclusive resorts. But those are exactly the kind of realities that contribute to the environmental and economic decline of coastal communities and their local residents, argues a new book. Contributing Editor Jenny Weeks has our review in the new BookShelf.

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