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Still time to join hundreds of journalists learning to cover the climate crisis ahead of COP30

There are two more sessions in the six-part webinar series “Climate coverage and COPs: Tools, sources, and storytelling strategies for journalists.” You can also catch up on previous recordings.

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Traveling to COP30 in Belem is too costly for many Latin American journalists

With few hotel rooms and high travel costs to the heart of the Amazon, many reporters may be shut out of the climate summit, raising fears of fewer diverse voices in its coverage.

Cobertura Climática e COPs

Sign up for free webinar series to help report on climate and COP30

The Knight Center for Journalism in the Americas and Amazônia Vox are launching the free webinar series “Climate coverage and COPs: Tools, sources and storytelling strategies for journalists,” which will be streamed live from July 30 to Sept. 3, 2025.

El Periodismo de Soluciones Climáticas

Register for free course on solutions journalism for covering the climate crisis

The new free online course "Climate Solutions Journalism," running from Aug. 18-31, 2025 in Spanish, will help you develop more rigorous, constructive and focused reporting on responses to this global crisis.

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Journalists deal with psychological impact of covering climate change in Latin America

Preliminary data from a global survey with climate journalists reveals 60% show symptoms of psychological stress. Meanwhile, journalists said newsrooms do not offer adequate support.

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Investigating clandestine gold mines, deforestation and corporate misconduct: The reporter who made the Amazon his beat

Leading investigative journalist Hyury Potter shares his experiences of reporting in the Amazon, along with lessons and advice he has gathered throughout his career.

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Mongabay Latam launches journalist network to fight censorship and boost safety in environmental reporting

The network of more than 90 environmental journalists — known as PUMA — builds on Mongabay’s eight years reporting across the region. They plan to collaborate on shared challenges like a crisis of funding, threats by criminal groups and censorship by powerful interests.

Journalists interview an elderly woman in a rural community in the Amazon. The scene takes place outdoors, with wooden houses and hanging clothes in the background. One journalist is kneeling, holding a recorder, while another films with a cellphone.

Journalists in Brazil’s Amazon fight to prioritize local voices and issues as they prepare to cover COP30

News outlets in the Brazilian state of Pará, a gateway to the Amazon and the host state of the UN Climate Change Conference, also face logistical challenges and local expectations.

A journalist walking barefoot through a burnt forest, surrounded by ash and charred vegetation. He is wearing a green shirt and jeans, carrying a camera over his shoulder. The scene reflects severe environmental damage, with sparse trees and grey ash covering the ground.

Lack of resources and threats mark the work of freelancers covering human rights and the environment in Brazil

Working independently and without the consistent backing of a newsroom, reporters say they are motivated to cover these issues out of a desire to shed light on problems and create change.

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In Brazil’s Amazon, local radio stations are covering social and environmental issues and challenging powerful interests

A map by InfoAmazonia shows dozens of independent radio stations broadcasting from remote rainforest communities. Despite financial pressures, many confront agribusinesses while highlighting Indigenous and environmental rights.

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Starting from a place of hope, podcast tells stories of people who defend their land in Mexico

The creators behind Periodismo de lo posible are rethinking what it means to have an impact with journalism, looking beyond clicks and efforts to go viral.

Climate Solutions Journalism

New free two-week course offers solutions journalism approaches to improve climate reporting

The free online course “Climate Solutions Journalism: A Community-informed & Equity-focused Approach,” will equip you to make a real impact by focusing on practical solutions for everyday climate issues.