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Biden Rollbacks of Trump Energy-Efficiency Cuts Generate Local Stories [1]

From cardigans to orange tans, the history of presidential politics around energy efficiency has been an odd one. But the story of so-called nega-watts is actually a compelling one. And with new efficiency rules being eyed by the Biden administration, it’s also time for reporters to explore the local angle to energy savings. Our latest TipSheet explains how.

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TipSheet [2]
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Climate Change [3]
Consumer [4]
Energy & Fuel [5]
Environmental Politics [6]
Government [7]
Journalism & Media [8]
Laws & Regulations [9]
Policy [10]
Science [11]
Technology [12]
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National (U.S.) [13]
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Public [14]
March 26, 2021

DEADLINE: iLCP Associate Fellow [15]

Fellowship in the International League of Conservation Photographers (iLCP) is for professional conservation photographers and filmmakers who devote their professional efforts to the promotion of positive conservation impacts around the globe. Apply by Mar 26, 2021 (fee applies).

Workshops and Fellowships [16]
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Public [14]
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Environmental Studies [17]
Journalism & Media [8]
May 10, 2025

DEADLINE: International Documentary Film Festival Flahertiana [18]

The 2025 festival is scheduled for Sep 19-25 in Perm, Russia. Documentary filmmakers worldwide may submit new full- or short-length films released after Jan 1, 2024. Entries must reflect the style of documentarian Robert Flaherty and his film "Nanook of the North." Cash prizes. Deadline: May 10.

Awards and Grants [19]
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Public [14]
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Journalism & Media [8]
March 16, 2025

DEADLINE: National Press Club Scholarship Opportunities [20]

The National Press Club is offering five scholarships in 2025 for students pursuing journalism, high school to graduate studies, three supporting diversity in the field. Deadline: Mar 16.

Awards and Grants [19]
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Public [14]
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Diversity [21]
Journalism & Media [8]

"What’s Really Behind Corporate Promises on Climate Change?" [22]

"Many big businesses have not set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Others have weak goals."

Climate Change [3]
Economy & Business [23]
Journalism & Media [8]
Public [14]
International [24]
Source: NYTimes [25], 02/24/2021

Indian Judge Grants Bail To Climate Activist Charged With Sedition [26]

"A New Delhi court on Tuesday granted bail to 22-year-old climate activist, saying there was “scanty and sketchy evidence” of sedition in her efforts to help farmers protest in a case that has drawn global attention."

Activism [27]
Climate Change [3]
Environmental Justice [28]
Environmental Politics [6]
Journalism & Media [8]
Laws & Regulations [9]
Science [11]
Public [14]
Asia [29]
Source: Reuters [30], 02/24/2021
February 23, 2026

DEADLINE: Planet Forward Storyfest Awards [31]

Planet Forward's Storyfest recognizes and rewards the best and most compelling student-told stories illuminating environmental issues and solutions. Winners travel to a TBA destination to see and report on the environment. Submissions due Feb 23, 2026.

Awards and Grants [19]
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Journalism & Media [8]

"4 More States Propose Harsh New Penalties For Protesting Fossil Fuels" [32]

"Industry-designed bills to silence climate protests are under consideration in Arkansas, Kansas, Minnesota and Montana. More are likely to come."

Activism [27]
Chemicals [33]
Climate Change [3]
Disasters [34]
Energy & Fuel [5]
Environmental Health [35]
Environmental Justice [28]
Environmental Politics [6]
Journalism & Media [8]
Laws & Regulations [9]
Pollution [36]
Public [14]
National (U.S.) [13]
Source: HuffPost [37], 02/22/2021

Grid Data Can Guide Reporting on Power Disasters [38]

The power and water fiasco that followed a deep freeze in Texas was a predictable debacle and, thus, a warning signal to journalists covering disasters and climate-driven weather extremes. To help, the latest Reporter’s Toolbox provides a rundown of data sources about power grids, from local, regional and national entities, and recommends you start tracking the numbers and be prepared.

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Reporters Toolbox [39]
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Climate Change [3]
Consumer [4]
Disasters [34]
Energy & Fuel [5]
Government [7]
Infrastructure [40]
Journalism & Media [8]
Laws & Regulations [9]
Planning & Growth [41]
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National (U.S.) [13]
Northeast (CT MA ME NH NJ NY RI VT) [42]
Southwest (AZ NM OK TX) [43]
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Public [14]
April 1, 2021

DEADLINE: Green River Field Institute [44]

This journalistic exploration of the Green River’s Desolation Canyon in Utah, Jun 12-18, 2021, will focus on inquiry, truth-telling and resonance in the realm of Western water resources, hosted by SEJ member Heather Hansman (pictured at left), author of "Downriver: Into the Future of Water in the West." Register by Apr 1 or earlier; space is limited.

Other Events [45]
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Journalism & Media [8]
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Mountain West (CO ID MT NV UT WY) [46]

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