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There Has Never Been a Better Time for Environmental Journalism

Environmental devastation. Corporate capture. Disinformation’s diffusion. Hostility to news media. All this may seem overwhelming for environmental reporters. But for WatchDog Opinion, it means that journalism must rise to the challenge, take the truth seriously, report with conviction, cover corruption and tell the stories of the many whose stories are not being told. A case for why Trump 2.0 presents that opportunity.

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Assessing AI’s Importance in Journalism and Teaching — Part 1

Like with any new technology, the future of artificial intelligence in the newsroom and the classroom inspired excitement and fear for one journalism educator. But after experimenting with it at the University of Michigan, EJ Academy co-editor Emilia Askari gained practical insight into its smart use for teaching young reporters. Lessons on AI journalism, in Part 1 of a two-part series.

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"How Watch Duty Became The Go-To Wildfire App To Track L.A. Wildfires"

"Struggling to keep track of fast moving wildfires and the latest evacuation zones, residents of Los Angeles are rushing to download a free app called Watch Duty."

Source: Washington Post, 01/10/2025

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"Scientists Say Musk Wrongly Downplays Climate Role in L.A. Fires"

"Posting on the social media site he owns, Mr. Musk blamed the fires on government. Scientists said a warming planet set the conditions."

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Source: NYTimes, 01/10/2025

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"Trump Rails Against ‘Quagmire’ Of Enviro Rules"

"President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday doubled down on his pledge to expedite environmental reviews for some companies as he blasted a “quagmire” of U.S. regulations."

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Source: E&E News, 01/09/2025

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"What's In A Name? Trump Set To Wipe Government Language"

"As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume the White House on Jan. 20, the federal government is bracing for a massive overhaul in policy – and how it labels issues and individuals."

Climate Change

Environmental Politics

Source: Thomson Reuters Fdn., 01/08/2025

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Calif. And Greens Sued Exxon Over Plastics. Now Exxon Is Striking Back.

"On Monday, Exxon Mobil filed a lawsuit against California Attorney General Rob Bonta and a coalition of environmental groups over their criticism of the company’s plastics recycling initiatives."

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Source: Grist, 01/08/2025

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"Meta Ends Fact-Checking, Drawing Praise From Trump"

"Meta will dismantle its extensive fact-checking program in the United States, chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said Tuesday, ending a practice that has sought to limit the spread of falsehoods on its platforms but has been assailed as censorship in conservative circles."

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Source: Washington Post, 01/08/2025

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February 10, 2025

DEADLINE: HWR Khozem Merchant Non-Fiction Fellowship

Indian journalists and non-fiction writers can apply for this paid fellowship to develop their longform manuscripts. Attend a writing masterclass with Jerry Pinto, May 7-11, 2025, and a 21-day writing residency in the Himalayas in July. Financial support: INR50,000 plus INR20,000 travel fund. Apply by Feb 10.

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January 30, 2025

DEADLINE: EJN Asia Pacific Media Grants 2025

Earth Journalism Network seeks innovative project ideas from media outlets, journalism institutions and other organizations that work directly with media or content creators in the Asia-Pacific region. US$15,000 to US$20,000 grants. Apply by Jan 30, 2025.

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