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Environmental News Site Launches Solutions Journalism Desk
Planet WinsApr 11

Environmental News Site Launches Solutions Journalism Desk

Mongabay launched a dedicated Solutions Desk to report on what's actually working to save the planet, not just the problems. Their evidence-based journalism has already influenced Microsoft's carbon investments and community conservation efforts.

Good Good Good2 min read
6 Young Reporters Write Letters to Journalism's Future
Acts of KindnessFeb 26

6 Young Reporters Write Letters to Journalism's Future

Six emerging environmental journalists from three continents wrote letters to the future instead of their editors, revealing what the next generation believes journalism must become. Their words offer hope grounded in ethics, collaboration, and a promise to keep paying attention.

Mongabay3 min read
Environmental News Site Launches Desk for Climate Solutions
InnovationApr 8

Environmental News Site Launches Desk for Climate Solutions

Mongabay, a global environmental news outlet, just created a dedicated Solutions Desk to spotlight what's actually working to save the planet. The team will rigorously investigate and share real-world conservation wins so readers can find hope and replicate success.

Mongabay2 min read
Kenya Journalist Joins Environmental Reporting Leadership
Acts of KindnessMar 30

Kenya Journalist Joins Environmental Reporting Leadership

Capital FM journalist Bruhan Makong has been elected to lead Kenya's Environment Science Journalists Association, joining a new team committed to making climate and conservation stories accessible to everyone. The organization helps ensure vital environmental issues reach the public in clear, understandable ways.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Florida Detention Center Closes After Environmental Lawsuit
VideosJul 2

Florida Detention Center Closes After Environmental Lawsuit

A controversial detention center in the Florida Everglades has shut down after a year of aggressive legal challenges from environmental groups who proved the facility violated federal environmental laws. The win shows how enforcing bedrock environmental protections can stop hastily built projects that threaten fragile ecosystems.

CleanTechnica2 min read
MTN Launches Pan-African Journalism Program for 2026
VideosApr 11

MTN Launches Pan-African Journalism Program for 2026

A new 12-week journalism program is bringing African media professionals together to master digital skills and build networks across the continent. The MTN Media Innovation Programme combines online learning with hands-on experience in Johannesburg, with applications open until April 30.

Google News - Africa Innovation2 min read
South Africa Approves 96% of Environmental Projects
Planet Wins5d ago

South Africa Approves 96% of Environmental Projects

Worried that environmental reviews are blocking progress? New data from South Africa shows the opposite: 96% of development projects sail through the approval process, proving that environmental protection and economic growth can work together.

Daily Maverick2 min read
Mongabay Launches Indigenous Desk for Untold Stories
SolutionsMar 3

Mongabay Launches Indigenous Desk for Untold Stories

A leading environmental news outlet just created a new team dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices in journalism. The move tackles a critical gap in how the world learns about environmental challenges.

Mongabay2 min read
Zimbabwe Court Blocks Mine, Orders Environmental Compliance
Planet WinsMar 20

Zimbabwe Court Blocks Mine, Orders Environmental Compliance

A Zimbabwean court just delivered a landmark ruling that puts environmental protection ahead of mining profits. The decision canceled two mining certificates and sent a clear message: follow environmental laws or lose your mining rights.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Pace Students Win $12K for Environmental Tech Incubator
InnovationMay 20

Pace Students Win $12K for Environmental Tech Incubator

A new environmental tech center at Pace University is already making waves through student-led projects, including a $12,000 award-winning proposal to expand public access to water quality data. Just months after opening, the center is proving that combining technology with environmental advocacy creates real-world impact.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Rhode Island Student Wins $60K Journalism Scholarship
Acts of KindnessMar 25

Rhode Island Student Wins $60K Journalism Scholarship

Scarlett Biancuzzo, a Barrington High School graduate passionate about broadcast journalism, received a four-year scholarship worth up to $60,000 from Ocean State Media. The scholarship supports aspiring journalists in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts, with applications for 2026 now open until April 13. ##

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Washington Post, AP Win 2025 Pulitzers for Journalism
InnovationMay 5

Washington Post, AP Win 2025 Pulitzers for Journalism

Major news organizations took home journalism's highest honor Monday, proving that investigative reporting thrives even as the industry faces historic challenges. The wins celebrate stories that held power accountable and revealed truth to millions of Americans.

Japan Today2 min read
Four Heart Groups Unite to Combat Environmental Threats
Health & WellnessJan 20

Four Heart Groups Unite to Combat Environmental Threats

The world's leading cardiovascular organizations just issued their first joint statement declaring environmental pollution a major, preventable cause of heart disease. Up to 6 million heart-related deaths each year can be traced to air pollution, noise, and climate hazards.

Medical Xpress3 min read
Delta Convicts 17 for Environmental Violations
SolutionsApr 21

Delta Convicts 17 for Environmental Violations

Nigeria's Delta State just proved environmental laws have teeth, convicting 17 offenders in a single crackdown. It's a promising sign that cleaner, healthier communities are becoming a priority.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
African Editors Unite in Nairobi to Save Journalism
InnovationFeb 8

African Editors Unite in Nairobi to Save Journalism

Africa's top media leaders are gathering in Kenya next year to tackle the biggest challenges facing journalism on the continent. The two-day congress aims to rebuild trust, secure fair pay from tech giants, and create sustainable funding models for newsrooms.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
PA Offers $3K in Environmental Science Scholarships
Acts of KindnessMar 29

PA Offers $3K in Environmental Science Scholarships

Pennsylvania students passionate about protecting the planet can now apply for three $1,000 scholarships honoring conservation legends. Applications close May 22 for awards supporting the next generation of environmental leaders.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
South Africa Moves to Protect Environmental Whistleblowers
Acts of KindnessApr 22

South Africa Moves to Protect Environmental Whistleblowers

South Africa's Parliament is taking bold steps to shield people who speak up about environmental harm after two individuals came forward with pollution concerns. The move signals stronger protections for those who risk their careers to defend public health.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Jesse Jackson Championed Environmental Justice for Decades
Acts of KindnessFeb 20

Jesse Jackson Championed Environmental Justice for Decades

Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at 84, made environmental justice a cornerstone of his 1988 presidential campaign and inspired a generation of activists. His groundbreaking work connected civil rights to clean air, safe water, and healthy communities across America.

Grist3 min read
Lagos Seals Bank Branch for Environmental Violations
SolutionsApr 2

Lagos Seals Bank Branch for Environmental Violations

After a whistleblower exposed illegal sewage dumping, Lagos authorities took swift action against a major bank, proving no one is above environmental protection laws. The incident shows how citizen reporting and government accountability can protect public health.

AllAfrica - Environment2 min read
Colombia Launches Protection Plan for Environmental Defenders
SolutionsApr 25

Colombia Launches Protection Plan for Environmental Defenders

Colombia unveiled a national action plan to protect environmental advocates at a major international conference, marking a significant step despite ongoing challenges. The country participated for the first time as a full member of the world's only treaty designed to safeguard those who defend nature.

Google News - Colombia Progress2 min read

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