Search

Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions

6 results for "investigative reporting"

Brazilian Editor Exposes Amazon Carbon Credit Scam
Acts of Kindness3h ago

Brazilian Editor Exposes Amazon Carbon Credit Scam

A veteran journalist is using investigative reporting to uncover environmental crimes in Brazil's rainforests, proving that good journalism can still make criminals face justice. His latest exposé led to arrests and asset seizures in a major carbon credit fraud scheme.

Mongabay3 min read
How Satellites and Reporters Team Up to Fight Amazon Crime
SolutionsApr 9

How Satellites and Reporters Team Up to Fight Amazon Crime

Mongabay Latam has spent a decade building a regional network that combines satellite technology with on-the-ground reporting to expose illegal mining, deforestation, and wildlife trafficking across Latin America. Managing editor Alexa Vélez reveals how environmental journalism evolved from eyewitness accounts to high-tech investigations that cross borders and hold criminals accountable.

Mongabay3 min read
Mexico Launches Air Monitors After Pollution Exposé
SolutionsFeb 1

Mexico Launches Air Monitors After Pollution Exposé

Following investigative reporting that revealed dangerous heavy metal contamination around a Monterrey factory, Mexico's government has rolled out sweeping pollution reforms including Latin America's first industrial air monitoring network. The action shows how transparency and accountability can drive real environmental progress.

Guardian Environment2 min read
Washington Launches Major Green Energy Push After Ranking Last
SolutionsJan 26

Washington Launches Major Green Energy Push After Ranking Last

After investigative reporting revealed Washington ranked dead last in the nation for renewable energy growth, the state has launched a sweeping effort to speed up clean energy projects. Four state agencies are now working together to clear bottlenecks and get solar and wind farms built faster.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
Washington Launches Green Energy Push After Ranking Last
Planet WinsJan 26

Washington Launches Green Energy Push After Ranking Last

After investigative reporting revealed Washington ranked dead last in renewable energy growth, the state launched a sweeping effort to speed up clean power projects. Four state agencies are now working together to break through bottlenecks and prevent predicted blackouts within five years.

Google News - Clean Energy3 min read
Liberia Journalists Stop Illegal Mining, Protect Forests
SolutionsJan 26

Liberia Journalists Stop Illegal Mining, Protect Forests

Independent reporters in Liberia are turning investigations into real action, leading to dozens of arrests, revoked land deals, and $685,000 returned to forest communities. The media watchdog's work shows how journalism can directly protect natural resources and empower rural voices.

AllAfrica - Environment3 min read