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Methane and Climate Change Toolbox

Levels of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, have doubled in the past 150 years due to human activity, particularly from fossil fuels and extensive farming. As part of an ongoing Society of Environmental Journalists special project focused on covering climate solutions, check out a methane resource toolbox and stay tuned for a methane reporting tipsheet in the coming weeks. Plus, watch the recording of an SEJ virtual webinar, Covering Climate Solutions: Containing and Monitoring Methane.

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Meeting the Challenge of Making More Money

A career as an environmental journalist can be fulfilling — but it can also leave you crying all the way to the bank. Freelance Files gets guidance from four veteran journalists who’ve made the money side of independent reporting work better for them. Plus, six top tips for earning more with your own journalism. No. 1: “Ask for more.”

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December 4, 2025

SciLine Crash Course: Science Essentials for Local Reporters

SciLine is hosting a free, science reporting "Crash Course" designed for local and general assignment reporters, co-led by a freelance science reporter and a Ph.D. neuroscientist. Learn basic principles about how science works and ways it can be used to strengthen virtually any news story. 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET.

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"Many Developed Countries View Online Misinformation as ‘Major Threat’"

"New research from the Pew Research Center shows nearly three-quarters of respondents are very concerned about the spread of false information online."

"Nearly three-quarters of people across 19 countries believe that the spread of false information online is a “major threat,” according to a survey released on Wednesday by the Pew Research Center.

Source: NYTimes, 09/02/2022

"Global Fossil Fuel Subsidies Almost Doubled In 2021, Analysis Finds"

"Global public subsidies for fossil fuels almost doubled to $700bn in 2021, analysis has shown, representing a “roadblock” to tackling the climate crisis." "Support amid huge industry profits is a ‘roadblock’ to tackling climate crisis, says International Energy Agency".

 

Source: Guardian, 09/01/2022
September 7, 2022

SEJ Webinar: Covering Climate Solutions — Containing and Monitoring Methane

Join us at 1:00 p.m. ET for updates on the latest science, data and policy initiatives around methane, tips on covering methane and ways to track methane in your local region or around the world. All journalists welcome!

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