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‘Carbon Colonialism’ Details the Exporting of Degradation, Climate Collapse

The climate change debate is often so focused on fossil fuels and mining that it ignores impacts in economic, political, neo-colonial and social terms, writes BookShelf’s Melody Kemp in her review of “Carbon Colonialism: How Rich Countries Export Climate Breakdown.” Why concepts like corporate social responsibility do little to stem the losses that come with such development.

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Rockets and Bombs and Chemicals — The Environmental Horrors of War

With the world in the midst of wars in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip, it’s time for journalists to appraise — and report on — the intersection of conflict and the environment, argues the new Backgrounder. That means considering the environment not only as a victim of war, but also as the cause of war and a means of carrying it out.

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"UN Expert Condemns UK Crackdown On Environmental Protest"

"A severe crackdown on environmental protest in Britain with “draconian” new laws, excessive restrictions on courtroom evidence and the use of civil injunctions is having a chilling impact on fundamental freedoms, the United Nations special rapporteur has said."

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Source: Guardian, 01/24/2024

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"EU Bans ‘Misleading’ Environmental Claims That Rely On Offsetting"

"Terms such as “climate neutral” or “climate positive” that rely on offsetting will be banned from the EU by 2026 as part of a crackdown on misleading environmental claims."

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Source: Guardian, 01/18/2024

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February 19, 2024

DEADLINE: Reuters Institute Journalist Fellowship Programme

These three- or six-month fully funded fellowships at the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, University of Oxford, are for journalists and editors with a minimum of five years' experience to take some time out from their day jobs to explore journalism in depth. Apply by Feb 19, 2024.

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"Norway Moves to Allow Seabed Mining Exploration"

"The Norwegian Parliament voted on Tuesday to authorize the opening of parts of the Norwegian Sea to seabed mining exploration, a move that reflects rising international demand for the metals needed to build batteries for electric vehicles worldwide."

Source: NYTimes, 01/10/2024

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"Extreme Cold Grips Nordic Countries, Russia As Floods Hit Western Europe"

"Europe experienced stark weather contrasts on Wednesday, with extreme cold and snowstorms disrupting transportation and closing schools in Scandinavia while strong winds and heavy rain in western Europe caused flooding and at least one death."

Source: AP, 01/05/2024

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"In Search Of A New Job For Portugal’s Ancient Pony Breed"

"Known since Palaeolithic times, valued by the Romans and key to Portugal’s empire-building, there are now less than 3,000 Garranos left".

Source: Guardian, 01/03/2024

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"The Ecologist Championing Britain’s Ancient Forests"

"Ted Green, a conservation adviser to the crown estate at Windsor, has a provocative take on our ‘living heritage’".

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Source: Guardian, 01/03/2024

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Environmental Digital Storytelling — A Best-in-Show Sampler

As part of its periodic survey of the compelling work by digital journalists using data and multimedia, Reporter’s Toolbox looks at some favorite projects in the last year or so. On the list are granular maps and spinning globes, compelling photo essays and clickable storytelling. But the heart of the best digital journalism, Toolbox reminds us, is that it matters. And these do.

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