Cuts to climate and environmental reporting at The Washington Post signal more than a newsroom shift.

They weaken the shared information infrastructure that helps societies connect decisions to responsibility — and spot risks before damage becomes harder to reverse, argues Mongabay founder Rhett Ayers Butler in a new commentary.

https://news.mongabay.com/2026/02/what-is-lost-when-environmental-coverage-is-cut/

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🕵️‍♀️ What if your next story could help expose corruption, protect ecosystems, and hold the powerful accountable? 🌍

Mongabay is hiring an Investigative Researcher and Reporter to join our global newsroom.

We’re looking for a journalist who thrives on uncovering hidden truths — someone who’s ready to dive deep into the forces behind environmental destruction and bring untold stories to light.

https://mongabay.org/opportunity/investigative-researcher-and-reporter/

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In 2025, nations return to the negotiating table for a global plastics treaty. Join Mongabay's June 24 webinar at 12:00 pm UTC to understand the stakes, challenges, and critical questions of the plastics crisis. RSVP: https://forms.gle/MBnBnZ6q1rYTBR97A

Details: https://mongabay.org/opportunity/how-to-cover-plastic-pollution/

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Plastic pollution is more than just an environmental issue—it's a global human health crisis. Join Mongabay's webinar on June 24, 2025, at 12:00 pm UTC to learn how to report on plastics from top science, civil society, and journalism experts. Live on YouTube and LinkedIn.

Register now: https://mongabay.org/opportunity/how-to-cover-plastic-pollution/

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As a nonprofit newsroom, charitable donations from readers are critical to keep journalists in the field, bring you environmental news, and hold decision-makers accountable.

Help us reach our goal this month by becoming a Mongabay Sustainer here:

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If you turn to Mongabay for reliable news about nature and the environment, consider becoming a Monthly Sustaining Donor

Your support today helps keep Mongabay going tomorrow.

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Did you know Mongabay is a nonprofit? Become a monthly donor and empower fact-based journalists on the ground worldwide to cover critical environmental and conservation issues from Nature’s frontline.

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🎤 From the Federal University of Santa Catarina to the forests of Kahuzi-Biega, from Bengaluru’s urban challenges to Costa Rica’s biodiversity — these are the paths of our newest Y. Eva Tan Fellows.

For six months, they’ll work with Mongabay editors to tell stories that matter — locally and globally.

👏 Join us in celebrating their journey.

Learn more about the Fellowship: https://mongabay.org/opportunity/the-y-eva-tan-conservation-reporting-fellowship/

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Over the next few weeks Mongabay is inviting you to help ensure our journalists can be on nature’s frontline by becoming a Monthly Sustainer

Take action today!
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