'Climate Gaslighting': Fossil Giants Have Abandoned Their Net Zero Pledges
"A new analysis warns that some of the world’s biggest fossil fuel companies have entered a ‘gaslighting’ phase to bolster their profits."
Source: Euronews, 03/24/2026
Journalism & Media
NASA Earthdata Offers a New Look at What Satellites See Down Here
The capacity to visualize Earth’s ecosystems in detail is an invaluable aid to reporting on the environment. That’s now being bolstered with an ongoing upgrade to NASA’s Earthdata program, fueled by its ranks of satellites. Reporter’s Toolbox says the refurbishment offers treasures for journalists ranging from oceans, groundwater and land surfaces to the biosphere and atmosphere.
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"12 Climate Reads For Women’s History Month"
"These books and reports explore climate change through historical, scientific, social, and political lenses."
Source: Yale Climate Connections, 03/23/2026
"EPA Chief to Headline Event by Group That Says There’s No Climate Crisis"
"Lee Zeldin, the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, will be the opening speaker at a conference next month sponsored by the Heartland Institute, a group that rejects the overwhelming scientific consensus on climate change, the organization has announced."
Source: NYTimes, 03/23/2026
US Judge Blocks Pentagon Restrictions On Press In New York Times Lawsuit
"A federal judge has blocked key portions of the Pentagon’s press access policy, siding with the New York Times and ruling that the Trump administration’s controversial policy was unconstitutional." "Lawsuit alleged changes gave DoD free rein to punish reporters and outlets over coverage it did not like"
Source: Guardian, 03/23/2026
What Displays Get Scrapped at America’s Parks? Looks Like Anyone’s Guess.
"President Trump ordered officials to remove information deemed disparaging to the United States. A review of government documents shows little guidance and striking inconsistencies."
Source: NYTimes, 03/17/2026
"Group Says “God Squad” Meeting Ignores Procedures Set By Law"
"As the Trump administration prepares to convene the Endangered Species Committee, also known as... the “God Squad,” conservation groups are expressing anger over what they call an “illegal end-run around” that doesn’t seem to be following clear procedures set forth in the law. The committee is planning to discuss exemptions for Gulf of Mexico oil and gas activities from the requirements of the Endangered Species Act."
Source: National Parks Traveler, 03/17/2026
‘Poisoned for Gold’ Project Pricks Nation’s Conscience
Two Ghanian video journalists traveled their country to document how contamination from illegal gold mining was harming the health of workers and nearby communities. Their resulting reporting not only won acclaim from their peers but also ignited a debate that resulted in the closing of polluting mining operations. Read more about their award-winning project and its impact in Inside Story Q&A.
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Wild and Scenic Rivers Carry a Raft of Great Stories
Thousands of miles of rivers across the United States are part of the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and any one of them can help tell some splashy tales of the power of conservation and the wonders of nature. TipSheet dips a toe into the backstory, then offers story ideas and resources to help report on local wild rivers near you.
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