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Sleuths Tap Obscure Toxics Database To ID Loophole on PFAS

Data specialists working with two databases, one familiar and one little-known, have uncovered how companies may be able to hide releases of the family of toxic PFAS chemicals. The latest Reporter’s Toolbox details the data revelation and explores how journalists may make use of the Chemical Data Reporting service’s datasets for their own stories.

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"After 60 Years, ‘Silent Spring’ Is Still Changing the World"

"A scientist, farmer, journalist, biologist, and community organizer reflect on the power and ongoing impact of Rachel Carson’s groundbreaking book, and the work that remains to be done."

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Source: Civil Eats, 10/21/2022

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Secret Files Suggest Chemical Giant Feared Weedkiller’s Link To Parkinson’s

"Documents seen by Guardian detail effort to refute scientific research into paraquat and derail nomination of key EPA adviser"

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Source: Guardian, 10/21/2022

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November 4, 2022

SEJ Pre-Conference Happy Hour in Boise, Idaho

The Society of Environmental Journalists board of directors invites you to a happy hour event, 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Lost Grove Brewing in Boise. Come meet and mingle with board members meeting in Boise ahead of SEJ's annual conference in April 2023. Guests welcome.

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October 26, 2022

Podcasting 101

Are you curious about what it takes to make a podcast? This event features Science Writers and Communicators of Canada's Nicole Imeson and Jay Whetter, both avid podcast fans and podcasters themselves, to share everything they know about making a podcast. 12:00-1:00 p.m. ET.

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November 3, 2022

Journalism From Nature's Frontline

Join Mongabay founder Rhett Butler (pictured), recipient of a 2022 Heinz Award, Columbia Climate School's Andrew Revkin and The Allegheny Front's Kara Holsopple for a conversation on environmental journalism, including the threats, positive trends and how crucial this reporting is to driving impact. 4-5 p.m. ET.

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November 2, 2022

DEADLINE: Freelancer Wellness Grants

In honor of International Freelancer Day on Oct 19, Freelancers Union + Fiverr opened applications for $500 micro-grants to aid freelancers and independent workers worldwide in wellness areas including mental, physical, social and financial. Apply by Nov 2, 2022.

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"New Jersey Latest State To Sue Oil Companies Over Climate Misinformation"

"New Jersey has joined the ranks of Rhode Island, Delaware, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Minnesota and Vermont as the latest state to sue some of the world’s largest oil companies for their role in delaying climate policy and increasing the climate impacts, risks and costs borne by state governments."

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