Articles by Philip Bump

Philip Bump wrote about the news for Gristmill. He now writes for The Atlantic Wire.

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How coal is keeping its firm grip on miners and elected officials

A lawsuit against a whistleblower, huge contributions to Congress: The coal industry spends big, but it still won't spend to clean up its act.

Philip Bump Technology
As Sandy aid finally arrives, FEMA unveils new flood maps

With a fatal flaw: The new flood zone designations ignore climate change.

Philip Bump Cities
Almost half of all coal burned in the world is burned in China

Which bodes poorly for just about every possible climate and health metric.

Philip Bump Climate & Energy
Texas is thinking about giving its oil and gas inspectors guns

Nothing helps resolve tense, volatile situations like firearms.

Philip Bump Climate & Energy