Environmental journalism is an increasingly significant area for study within the broader field of journalism studies. It connects the concerns of politics, science, business, culture and the natural world whilst also exploring the boundaries between the local, regional and global. A central and typical focus for its concerns are the global summits convened to share scientific knowledge about g…
This practical primer explains the primary issues in writing about the environment, identifies who to go to and where to find sources, and offers examples of writing and reporting the beat. Observations and story excerpts from experienced journalists provide real world context both for those in the U.S. as well as internationally. Practice story assignments, resources, and a glossary of critica…
This Handbook provides a thorough understanding of environmental journalism around the world. This volume is an essential text for both upper-level undergraduates and postgraduates who study journalism and global environmental issues.
Cover -- Half Title -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Foreword -- Preface -- Acknowledgments -- Part I: Environment Reporting -- 1. The Environment Beat -- 2. Studying Specialized Environment Reporters -- Part II: The Environment Reporters of the 21st Century -- 3. The Environment Reporters -- 4. The Work Environment -- 5. Covering the Environment -- 6. Wrestling with Objectivity a…