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Expert Advice Helps Journalists Navigate Unfamiliar Scientific Seas [1]

Journalists who lack a strong science background can find themselves in deep water when reporting environmental stories. How do you avoid over- or understating research findings? What’s the difference between observational and experimental studies? And what about those pesky percentages? Former Washington Post science reporter Rick Weiss and his SciLine colleagues have some answers.

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Agriculture [3]
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Climate Change [5]
Environmental Health [6]
Environmental Studies [7]
Journalism & Media [8]
Pollution [9]
Science [10]
Wildlife [11]
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National (U.S.) [12]
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Pitching High and Tight — An Independent Journalist Finds Success [15]

In her early days, freelancer Gloria Dickie aimed high, pitching her dream publication first, as well as offering newsier stories and short features instead of long-form. The formula worked, leading to assignments, a book project and a prestigious staff job. Freelance Files Co-Editor Christine Woodside spoke with Dickie about the lessons of a life as an independent. Plus, a BookShelf review [16] of “Eight Bears” by a fellow bear connoisseur.

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"World Will Miss 1.5C Warming Limit - Top UK Expert" [21]

"A leading British climate scientist has told the BBC he believes the target to limit global warming to 1.5C will be missed."

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Public [14]
International [13]
Source: BBC News [22], 07/21/2023

Shipping Rule Backfires, Diverting Sulfur Emissions From Air to Ocean [23]

"When large ships use scrubbers to meet international air pollution limits, the treated fuel exhaust gets dumped into the sea along with other contaminants. Researchers say the discharges are packed with metals and organic compounds that threaten marine environments."

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Source: Inside Climate News [25], 07/18/2023

"John Kerry Hails China’s ‘Incredible Job’ On Renewables, Warns On Coal" [26]

"U.S. special climate envoy John F. Kerry praised China’s “incredible job” expanding renewable energy sources Monday, while urging the world’s largest greenhouse gas emitter to stop building coal-fired power plants."

Climate Change [5]
Energy & Fuel [27]
Environmental Politics [28]
Public [14]
International [13]
Source: Washington Post [29], 07/18/2023

"The Problem with Boating’s High-Fiberglass Diet" [30]

"Fiberglass revolutionized boating, but decades later, discarded and degraded vessels are adding to marine pollution."

Pollution [9]
Water & Oceans [24]
Public [14]
National (U.S.) [12]
International [13]
Source: Hakai [31], 07/17/2023

"Climate Aid, War Fallout Feature At Berlin Climate Talks" [32]

"Officials from 40 countries met Monday in Berlin to discuss how to stay focused on fighting the increasing impacts of climate change while the world reels from the economic fallout of the pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine."

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Source: AP [33], 07/17/2023
July 27, 2023

Webinar: How To Cover Planetary Boundaries [34]

Are you interested in learning how to write about and cover the Earth’s nine planetary boundaries? Do you have a story idea related to ecological tipping points and the impacts on Earth’s ecosystems? Mongabay's latest webinar features a panel with experience on this increasingly covered topic. 7:00 a.m. ET.

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July 20, 2023

ICFJ Webinar: Crisis Reporting — Exploring Mathematics' Uncrowded Space for Journalists and Writers [37]

ICFJ's third math webinar features mathematics writer Erica Klarreich, who will provide valuable insights into mathematics' lesser-explored realms, uncovering captivating stories and opportunities for journalists and writers, whether you have a strong background in math or are simply curious about the subject. 1:00 p.m. ET.

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"Cement Warms The Planet. This Green Version Just Got A Key Nod Of Approval." [38]

"Companies are finding more environmentally friendly ways to make cement, which accounts for about a twelfth of global carbon dioxide emissions, making it worse for the climate than flying. Now they have to convince builders that their climate-friendly cement will hold just as well as the conventional stuff."

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Technology [40]
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Source: Washington Post [41], 07/14/2023

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