Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, reshaping ecosystems, economies and communities around the world. As the global conversation intensifies ahead of the UN climate change summit, COP30, journalists need practical tools and strategies to report accurately, highlight local solutions and counter misinformation responsibly.
That’s why the Knight Center and Amazonia Vox invite you to join "Climate Journalism and COP30: From Science to Local Solutions and Fighting Disinformation," a free multilingual online course happening from Oct. 13–26, 2025. This course is offered in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
This three-module course will guide students through practical methods for effectively covering climate issues. You’ll learn how to translate complex scientific data into compelling stories, investigate local and global climate impacts, and strengthen your reporting credibility while combating greenwashing and disinformation.
Instructors Daniel Nardin, Larissa Noguchi and Signe Iversen, along with a team of climate experts, will provide hands-on guidance to ensure your coverage is accurate, insightful and solutions-focused.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to accurately interpret climate science, identify misinformation, highlight community-driven solutions and apply investigative techniques to climate reporting. You’ll explore real-world examples of effective climate coverage, understand the context and key discussions at COP30 and learn how to make your reporting resonate with audiences at both local and global levels.
"Climate Journalism and COP30" is designed for journalists, editors, freelancers, independent reporters and media professionals interested in improving climate coverage, strengthening credibility and producing stories that inspire action.
The course is asynchronous, so you can complete activities at your own pace. It includes videos, readings and discussion forums across three modules:
The course features insights from climate specialists, including Ana Carolina Cazetta, Priscilla Santos, Ciro Brito, Maria Gabriella Souza, Thalison Correa and Lise Tupiassu, alongside the main instructors.
Once you register, you’ll gain instant access to the introductory module and can begin exploring how to report on climate issues with accuracy, depth and credibility. You’ll also join a community of journalists and media professionals sharing ideas and best practices. Participants who complete all course requirements will receive a free certificate of completion.
Don’t miss this opportunity! Sign up today and take the first step toward improving your climate coverage and contributing to informed, solutions-focused reporting ahead of COP30.
