Despite a family tradition in journalism, freelancer Marigo Farr first spent a decade working on social justice issues before making a striking realization: They, too, wanted to be a journalist. Follow their journey in the new Freelance Files, from first clips to the rigors of J-school and discovering the power of networking. Plus, some bonus strategies.
Jobs are relatively plentiful in green energy fields, whether in solar, wind, geothermal, energy efficiency, storage or hydro. To get at the trend, environmental journalists can check in with area community colleges, many of which offer technical training — and local stories. TipSheet has a closer look at the phenomenon, with a dozen story ideas and reporting resources for your coverage.
"At the 184-year-old Cleveland Plain Dealer, a top editor’s push to let AI draft news articles is boosting traffic — and spooking staffers."
"The amazing monarch butterfly is as beautiful as it is mysterious. Every year, monarchs take part in an epic relay, with each generation playing a different but vital role."
"Linn County has adopted some of the nation’s strictest data center zoning rules. Residents say the protections aren’t enough."
"A push to emphasize affordability isn’t climate hushing, its advocates say. But a Democratic think tank has suggested this recalibration is in order — and some in the party are tweaking their messaging."
"The country’s largest exporter of liquefied natural gas benefited from what critics say is a questionable IRS interpretation of tax credits."
"As of last year, 34 states have programs that call on utilities to use smart thermostats and water heaters, batteries and EV chargers, and energy management systems at businesses and factories to combat rising electricity rates."
"The payments to states drain a large share of FEMA’s budget reserves, raising questions about the agency’s ability to respond to disasters."
"A North Dakota judge on Friday finalized a $345m judgment against Greenpeace in a lawsuit pursued by pipeline company Energy Transfer over the environmental group’s role in protests against the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline."
