Grist establishes local distribution networks to ensure that the stories our reporters produce are widely shared among local outlets in each state or region, often appearing in a dozen or more publications. While many local news organizations lack dedicated climate reporters, our network enables those outlets to publish important local climate stories at no cost. This model allows a single piece of reporting to reach many diverse audiences through trusted sources in their communities. As seen in the maps above, of Georgia (left) and Michigan (right), each pin represents a different local outlet republishing Grist.
At Grist, we believe the messenger matters just as much as the message. That’s why we created our Local News Initiative. This program embeds Grist journalists at trusted, local media outlets across the country, bringing high-quality climate media to thousands of people who might not otherwise get it. Together, we’re increasing understanding – and driving action – on local climate issues.
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Stay tuned as we grow our Local News Initiative, embedding reporters in more local newsrooms across the US to bring in-depth coverage of regional climate impacts and solutions.
Georgia
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Climate change is sending ticks into new areas. Georgia researchers are on it.
They’ve mapped an unwelcome guest: the lone star tick.
Emily Jones September 19, 2024 -
Georgia governor calls for even more nuclear power despite budget woes
State leaders celebrate new reactors with cake while residents watch power bills rise.
Emily Jones May 31, 2024 -
Want clean electricity? These are the overlooked elected officials who get to decide.
As the Georgia Public Service Commission writes, “Very few governmental agencies have as much impact on people’s lives.”
Emily Jones March 5, 2024
Illinois
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Midwest wins funding for a new hydrogen hub. Not everyone is convinced it’s ‘clean.’
Policymakers and industry say the Midwest Hydrogen Hub will create green jobs and slash emissions, but environmentalists see a ploy to keep fossil fuels in use.
Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco December 2, 2024 -
Chicago teachers demand climate solutions in their next contract
“That contract means nothing if our Earth is on fire.”
Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco June 18, 2024 -
Illinois Legislature puts the brakes on a carbon capture boom
A two-year moratorium on pipelines would be a first in the Midwest. Already, more than 20 capture wells have been proposed.
Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco June 7, 2024
Michigan
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Michigan’s ambitious clean energy laws face a peninsula-sized hurdle
Natural gas power plants put in place just five years ago to replace coal in the state’s Upper Peninsula are now a conundrum for regulators.
Izzy Ross September 11, 2024 -
Northern Michiganders are getting off propane — and on to natural gas
The state’s largest utility says natural gas is a bridge fuel, but advocates say it’s no climate solution.
Izzy Ross May 22, 2024 -
Across the country, houses of worship are going solar
A federal rule makes it easier for churches, synagogues, and mosques to put solar panels on the roof.
Izzy Ross January 31, 2024
North Carolina (Southern Appalachia)
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As Helene’s immediate impacts recede, a public health threat rises
A shortage of potable water and the toxic stew of sewage and other pollutants the flood left behind has prompted a race to avert a public health crisis in North Carolina.
Katie Myers & Zoya Teirstein October 18, 2024 -
Saving ginseng means balancing conservation and culture
As Appalachian ginseng turns from rural tradition to global commodity, the Forest Service is trying to keep foragers at bay.
Katie Myers October 3, 2024 -
A new ‘green bank’ could bring solar power and electric buses to Appalachia
$500 million from the EPA will support small lenders to invest in renewable energy.
Katie Myers September 10, 2024
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