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"Seas Have Drastically Risen Along Southern U.S. Coast In Past Decade" [1]

"Scientists have documented an abnormal and dramatic surge in sea levels along the U.S. gulf and southeastern coastlines since about 2010, raising new questions about whether New Orleans, Miami, Houston and other coastal communities might be even more at risk from rising seas than once predicted."

Climate Change [2]
Water & Oceans [3]
Public [4]
National (U.S.) [5]
Source: Washington Post [6], 04/11/2023
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Seasonal Fishing Stories Reflect a Changing Environment [7]

As fishing season begins in many parts of the United States, climate change and pollution can make the sport a, well, can of worms. For the latest TipSheet, though, that means insights and stories for environmental journalists. A thumbnail on key issues, with story ideas and reporting resources. Plus, for those going to #SEJ2023 Boise, famed fishing spots.

SEJ Publication Types: 
TipSheet [8]
Topics on the Beat: 
Climate Change [2]
Environmental Health [9]
Fish & Fisheries [10]
Journalism & Media [11]
Pollution [12]
Water & Oceans [3]
Wildlife [13]
Region: 
National (U.S.) [5]
Mountain West (CO ID MT NV UT WY) [14]
Visibility: 
Public [4]
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Is EV-Driven Demand for Lithium on Collision Course With Environment Concerns? [15]

The push to replace gas-guzzling vehicles with electric-powered alternatives is hitting significant speed bumps. The existing supply of lithium for batteries can’t keep up with demand, and new mining proposals often face opposition from area residents worried about local impacts. Radio reporter David Boraks has been covering one such conflict in North Carolina. He shares his insights and reporting tips.

SEJ Publication Types: 
Features [16]
Topics on the Beat: 
Activism [17]
Agriculture [18]
Air [19]
Biodiversity [20]
Climate Change [2]
Consumer [21]
Economy & Business [22]
Energy & Fuel [23]
Environmental Health [9]
Environmental Politics [24]
Government [25]
Journalism & Media [11]
Laws & Regulations [26]
Natural Resources [27]
Policy [28]
Pollution [12]
Technology [29]
Transportation [30]
Water & Oceans [3]
Region: 
National (U.S.) [5]
California [31]
Mountain West (CO ID MT NV UT WY) [14]
SE (AL AR FL GA KY LA MS NC PR SC TN) [32]
International [33]
Asia [34]
Visibility: 
Public [4]
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"Scientists Find Deepest-Ever Fish, 5 Miles Beneath Ocean's Surface" [35]

"There are more than 300 known species of the tadpole-like creatures found around the world, but this one was special. Five miles beneath the ocean’s surface — about the height of Mount Everest with a bit of the top cut off — this snailfish was thriving."

Biodiversity [20]
Fish & Fisheries [10]
Science [36]
Water & Oceans [3]
Public [4]
International [33]
Source: HuffPost [37], 04/07/2023
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Displaced Victims Living In Tents While Ian Insurance Claims Still Open [38]

"More than six months after Hurricane Ian slammed Southwest Florida, crippling or destroying homes, thousands of residents trying to make repairs have been delayed by extreme insurance-claim problems."

Climate Change [2]
Disasters [39]
Economy & Business [22]
Water & Oceans [3]
Public [4]
SE (AL AR FL GA KY LA MS NC PR SC TN) [32]
Source: States Newsroom [40], 04/07/2023
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‘Scary’ Data On The Last Ice Age Raises Concerns About Future Sea Levels [41]

"A new study shows an ancient ice sheet retreated at a startling 2,000 feet per day, shedding light on how quickly ice in Antarctica could melt and raise global sea levels in today’s warming world".

Climate Change [2]
Water & Oceans [3]
Public [4]
International [33]
Source: Washington Post [42], 04/07/2023
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"Southwest Alaska Tribes Sue To Stop Donlin Gold Project" [43]

"Three Alaska tribes are suing the federal government to halt the Donlin Gold project."

Environmental Health [9]
Environmental Justice [44]
Environmental Politics [24]
Fish & Fisheries [10]
Laws & Regulations [26]
Natural Resources [27]
Pollution [12]
Water & Oceans [3]
Public [4]
National (U.S.) [5]
Alaska and Hawaii [45]
Source: Anchorage Daily News [46], 04/07/2023
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"Biden Vetoes Clean Water Act Resolution" [47]

"President Joe Biden on Thursday vetoed a Congressional Review Act resolution against the administration’s rule to define the Clean Water Act’s reach."

Environmental Health [9]
Environmental Politics [24]
Fish & Fisheries [10]
Laws & Regulations [26]
Natural Resources [27]
Pollution [12]
Water & Oceans [3]
Public [4]
National (U.S.) [5]
Source: E&E News [48], 04/07/2023
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April 21, 2023

#SEJ2023: Interior Secretary Deb Haaland Keynote and Q&A [49]

Join the livestream of this #SEJ2023 discussion hosted by Interior Secretary Deb Haaland on how the Department is honoring Indigenous communities through co-stewardship and an emphasis on Indigenous Knowledge, employing nature-based solutions and investing in ecosystem restoration, and tackling the fundamental challenges of climate change. 3:45-4:45 a.m. MT.

SEJ Regional Conferences [50]
Visibility: 
Public [4]
Topics on the Beat: 
Biodiversity [20]
Climate Change [2]
Diversity [51]
Energy & Fuel [23]
Environmental Justice [44]
Government [25]
Natural Resources [27]
Planning & Growth [52]
Water & Oceans [3]
Region: 
National (U.S.) [5]
Mountain West (CO ID MT NV UT WY) [14]

"Snot Otters And Other Wildlife Are Not Rock Stars. Should They Be Saved?" [53]

"Heelsplitters, mudbugs and ferrets are among the critters that could benefit from a bipartisan bill, the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act".

Biodiversity [20]
Laws & Regulations [26]
Water & Oceans [3]
Wildlife [13]
Public [4]
National (U.S.) [5]
Source: Washington Post [54], 04/06/2023
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