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Kew’s ‘State of the World’s Plants and Fungi’ Report Warns Of Extinctions

"The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew’s “State of the World’s Plants and Fungi” report assesses our current knowledge of plants and fungal diversity, the threats they face and how to protect them. The report warns that many plant and fungal species, 45% of documented flowering plants and half of all analyzed fungi risk extinction (though less than 0.4% of identified fungi have been assessed for extinction to date)."

Source: Mongabay, 10/12/2023

"Island Nations Sign Climate Solidarity Declaration In Indonesia"

"Dozens of island nations signed a declaration in Indonesia on Wednesday to boost solidarity and cooperation on fighting climate threats, including rising sea levels."

Source: AFP, 10/12/2023

"ExxonMobil Boosts Fossil Fuel Commitment With Pioneer Buyout"

"ExxonMobil has sealed a $59.5 billion (€56 billion) deal to acquire shale oil giant Pioneer Natural Resources, the companies announced on Wednesday, marking the oil giant's biggest acquisition since the late 1990s buyout of Mobil by Exxon. ... It also demonstrates ExxonMobil's commitment to fossil fuels even as climate concerns become ever more pressing."

Source: DW, 10/12/2023

As Heat Deaths Rise, New Program Puts Community Clinics On The Front Lines

"An initiative in Florida, Louisiana, and Arizona enlists clinicians to ensure resources go to the right places during heat waves."

Source: Grist, 10/12/2023

Backyard Sewage And Parasitic Disease: EPA Opens Civil Rights Probe In Alabama

"Sewage collecting in crudely dug trenches. Failing septic tanks that send waste bubbling into backyards. These are some of the common sights across Alabama’s Black Belt, a strip of 24 continuous counties blessed with deep fertile soil but long plagued by inadequate wastewater infrastructure and the commensurate parasitic disease."

Source: Grist, 10/12/2023

Supreme Court Passes On Red State Challenge To Biden ‘Social Cost Of Carbon’

"The Supreme Court will not take up a lawsuit led by the state of Missouri that sought to block the Biden administration’s “social cost of carbon” measure."

Source: The Hill, 10/12/2023

Artificial Intelligence for Energy: AI & Energy Technology Discovery

Join the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University for discussions on how the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the energy sector can advance the discovery of new technologies, aid in the prediction of successful energy-related systems, and optimize operations. 12:00-1:00 pm ET.

Media Briefing on Plastic Pollution in Port Arthur, Texas

Beyond Plastics and the Port Arthur Community Action Network are hosting a free media briefing for journalists on multiple issues related to plastics, including a kickoff by Dr. Robert Bullard on the 24th and a “toxic tour”of Port Arthur on the 26th. Lodging and meals included if you register by Dec 1.

Google News Lab — Trends and Advanced Search

Google News Lab will host this free session which will equip you with practical reporting tips including examples. Learn how search modifiers and specialized search engines can unearth story ideas and sources, and how Google Trends can lead to insights on local audiences and complement your storytelling. Noon ET.

DEADLINE: States Newsroom's Capital Reporting Fellowship

States Newsroom's paid fellowship is for those who believe that journalism can be a powerful force for social good. This summer program places students and new journalists in newsrooms across the country. Preference given to applicants whose identities are underrepresented in journalism. Apply by Oct 31, 2024.

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