Environmental Books by SEJ Members (2021)
Check out the environmental books authored, co-authored or edited by SEJ members, and published in 2021.
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The Energy Transition: Opportunities and Challenges for Indigenous Communities in the US and Canada
You're invited to a discussion, 6:00-7:00 p.m. ET in NYC or virtually, about opportunities and risks for Indigenous communities in the North American energy transition. Hosted by the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. Free registration is required.
"Twinkle, Twinkle Fading Stars: Hiding In Our Brighter Skies"
"Every year, the night sky grows brighter, and the stars look dimmer. A new study that analyzes data from more than 50,000 amateur stargazers finds that artificial lighting is making the night sky about 10% brighter each year."
Source: AP, 01/20/2023
"Racist Beauty Standards Leave POC More Exposed To Harmful Chemicals: Study
"Racist beauty standards are driving the use of beauty products that are often contaminated with chemicals that alter the human endocrine system, cause organ damage, and spur cancer in communities of color, according to new research."
Source: EHN, 01/20/2023
"Environmental Groups Sue U.S. To Stop Deepwater Oil-Export Facility"
"Environmental groups on Thursday sued the United States to overturn its approval of a deepwater oil-export facility off the Texas Gulf Coast, saying it would boost oil-production and greenhouse gas pollution."
Source: Reuters, 01/20/2023
Renewables Soon To Be One-Fourth of US Electricity Generation. Really Soon
"The latest EIA report shows [U.S.] renewable generation is about to cross the 25 percent mark, while coal and natural gas lose ground."
Source: Inside Climate News, 01/20/2023
DEADLINE: IJA Indigenous Journalism Fellowship
The Indigenous Journalists Association invites applications from current Indigenous, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Native Hawaiian, First Nations and Métis college students, undergraduate and graduate, pursuing media degrees. Deadline: Feb 3, 2025.
"Feds Send $930 Million To Curb ‘Crisis’ Of US West Wildfires"
"The U.S. is directing $930 million toward reducing wildfire dangers in 10 western states by clearing trees and underbrush from national forests, the Biden administration announced Thursday, as officials struggle to protect communities from destructive infernos being made worse by climate change."
Source: AP, 01/20/2023
Enviro Groups, Justice Company Reach Settlement Over Cleanup Of Va. Mines
"Environmental groups announced Thursday they had reached a settlement with A&G Coal Corporation, a business owned by West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice’s family, over the cleanup of three coal mines in Virginia’s Wise County."
Source: States Newsroom, 01/20/2023
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