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"All-Night Streetlights Make Leaves Inedible To Insects, Study Finds" [1]

"Scientists believe artificial light may be affecting natural ecology of plant life by creating extended photosynthesis"

Biodiversity [2]
Forests [3]
Infrastructure [4]
Natural Resources [5]
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Public [8]
International [9]
Source: Guardian [10], 08/07/2024

"Project 2025 Plan Calls For Demolition Of NOAA and National Weather Service" [11]

"Among its many sweeping calls for change in American government, a conservative platform document known as Project 2025 urges the demolition of some of the nation’s most dependable resources for tracking weather, combating climate change and protecting the public from environmental hazards."

Climate Change [12]
Disasters [13]
Environmental Politics [14]
Fish & Fisheries [15]
Laws & Regulations [16]
Natural Resources [5]
Science [7]
Water & Oceans [17]
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National (U.S.) [18]
Source: LA Times [19], 07/29/2024

Track Harmful Algal Blooms With Data. Avoid Bad Clams [20]

It’s summertime and the living is easy for algae that can be hazardous to human health. Climate heating and agricultural pollution are making the problem worse. The latest Reporter’s Toolbox explores useful sources of data for tracking trends. Plus, tips on how to use the data for local reporting on the risks posed by this seasonal threat.

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Agriculture [22]
Biodiversity [2]
Climate Change [12]
Economy & Business [23]
Environmental Health [24]
Fish & Fisheries [15]
Food [25]
Government [26]
Health [27]
Journalism & Media [28]
Natural Resources [5]
Pollution [6]
Science [7]
Water & Oceans [17]
Wildlife [29]
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August 16, 2024

DEADLINE: Travel Grants for CASW Workshop on Covering Climate and Health, Nov. 8 in N.C. [30]

Journalists who cover topics at the intersection of climate change and health are invited to apply to attend a full-day pre-conference workshop to be presented in Raleigh, N.C., on November 8, in connection with ScienceWriters2024. Travel grants available; Aug 16 deadline.

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Climate Change [12]
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‘Dark Oxygen’ In Pacific Depths Could Force Rethink About Origins Of Life [33]

"In the total darkness of the depths of the Pacific Ocean, scientists have discovered oxygen being produced not by living organisms but by strange potato-shaped metallic lumps that give off almost as much electricity as AA batteries."

Energy & Fuel [34]
Environmental Politics [14]
Natural Resources [5]
Science [7]
Water & Oceans [17]
Public [8]
International [9]
Source: AFP [35], 07/24/2024

"123 House And Senate Republicans Deny Climate Science: Analysis" [36]

"A total of 123 members of the House and Senate deny the scientific consensus that climate change is occurring as a result of human activity, according to an analysis from the liberal Center for American Progress."

Climate Change [12]
Energy & Fuel [34]
Environmental Politics [14]
Science [7]
Public [8]
National (U.S.) [18]
Source: The Hill [37], 07/23/2024

"Would Trump Privatize Weather Forecasting? What To Know." [38]

"Project 2025 proposes breaking up the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the parent agency for the National Weather Service, describing it as “one of the main drivers of the climate change alarm industry.”"

Climate Change [12]
Consumer [39]
Disasters [13]
Government [26]
Journalism & Media [28]
Science [7]
Water & Oceans [17]
Public [8]
National (U.S.) [18]
Source: Washington Post [40], 07/23/2024
July 24, 2024

Radioactive Waste Symposium: Growing Threats, Emerging Solutions [41]

Hosted by the Samuel Lawrence Foundation in cooperation with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, panels will assess the current state of radioactive waste dangers at the San Onofre Generating Station (SONGS), in coastal areas of the U.S. and nationwide.​ 10am-5pm PT.

Other Events [42]
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Energy & Fuel [34]
Environmental Health [24]
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Water & Oceans [17]
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Sniffing Out Invasive Plant Species — Conservation Canines in Action [46]

Plant species that take root outside their normal range and spread aggressively are wreaking havoc in ecosystems worldwide. But specially trained detection dogs are on the job, following their noses to find the invaders so they can be eradicated. Contributor Nancy Castaldo reports on a demo of this conservation tool by a scent-savvy Lab and his devoted handler.

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Biodiversity [2]
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Forests [3]
Science [7]
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"How A Republican Election Sweep Could Transform U.S. Climate Policy" [51]

"President Biden’s signature environmental actions could be reversed if the GOP takes control of the House, Senate and White House. The EPA and other agencies could see their budgets slashed."

Climate Change [12]
Energy & Fuel [34]
Environmental Health [24]
Environmental Justice [52]
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Science [7]
Public [8]
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Source: Washington Post [53], 07/19/2024

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