Bill Nye Slams CNN For Putting Climate Change Skeptic On Earth Day Panel
"Bill Nye will gladly talk to the media about climate change, but he has no time for climate change skeptics."
Source: Huff Post, 04/27/2017
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"Despite Website Message, The EPA Isn't Deleting Its Open Data Website"
"Scientists and data experts are closely tracking the websites of federal agencies, noting changes to pages dealing with climate change and energy since President Donald Trump took office. On Monday, they noticed an alarming message posted to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) open data website, indicating it would shut down on Friday, April 28."
Source: Mashable, 04/25/2017
Data-Driven Journalism Delivers … Mostly
Make sure data-driven reporting fulfills its potential with your environmental coverage. This extensive ToolBox looks at the broader trends in the burgeoning field, then zeros in on best uses for data journalism, spotlights great examples, and shares the resources, reading and helpful sites to get you on your way.
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Climate Marches Point Toward Local Climate Stories
Looking for ways to focus on climate change impacts in your area? Dozens of climate marches taking place this Saturday around the United States and the globe may be your opportunity. The latest TipSheet has more, plus info on understanding regional impacts and how states and cities are increasingly in the driver's seat.
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A (Student) Journalist’s Guide to Covering Dissent
For student journalists and others planning to report this weekend's climate actions or future protests, our new EJ Academy column has a dozen rules for smart, safe reporting. Get tips on prepping and securing your gear, filing fast with the latest apps and knowing your rights so you can stand your ground.
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EPA Reverses Course on Open Data Shutdown
UPDATE (10:50 EDT, 4/24/17): In a reversal, the EPA website now says its Open Data Service will continue. "Donald Trump is to completely shut down one of the government's most important data services." "The Environmental Protection Agency's Open Data Web service – which stores information on climate change, life cycle assessment, health impact analysis and environmental justice – is to have its funding removed and will no longer be in operation, according to people working on the plan."
Source: Independent, 04/24/2017
Educators Decry Denier Group's Climate 'Propaganda' Sent to Teachers
"Teaching material sent by Heartland Institute to thousands of teachers denies climate science, aims to teach a 'debate.'"
"Science teachers and legislators are fighting back after a conservative advocacy organization mailed false information on climate science to thousands of school science teachers nationwide.
Source: InsideClimate News, 04/11/2017
Gag Order Keeps Oregon From Telling Public About Cancer-Causing Pollutant
"Oregon officials think they've found high levels of a cancer-causing chemical in the air near a Lebanon battery parts maker, but a judge won't let them say a word about it.
Linn County Circuit Court Judge Thomas A. McHill on Friday agreed to Entek International's request for what appears to be an unprecedented gag order against state environmental and health regulators. Entek would be "irreparably harmed" if the regulators told the public about the preliminary finding, McHill wrote.
Source: Portland Oregonian, 04/11/2017
Leaker’s Guide, Part Two — What’s Legal, What’s Not?
As journalists ramp up the cultivation of potential sources within government, WatchDog provides a guide to leaking and whistleblowing. What actions does the law cover? How are whistleblowers protected? What about reporter-source privilege and shield laws? Plus, is there a U.S. EPA policy on talking to media anyway?
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BLM Website Drops Sunny Hiking Photo To Feature Black Wall of Coal
"It is a tale of two photographs, one light and airy, the other kind of, well, dark."
Source: Washington Post, 04/07/2017
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