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What's Next for Environmental Leaders? A discussion with journalists on environmental policy
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Environmental leaders face a new political landscape in 2025 with significant changes in political leadership at the state and national levels. What's your take? This Thursday, you're invited to a network discussion with journalists Dana Drugmand and Brendan DeMelle. You’ll get to hear their perspectives – and then we’ll open the floor for a facilitated discussion about addressing critical environmental issues, including fracking, oil and gas pollution, and climate action. What’s next for environmental leaders?Get the scoop from journalists Brendan DeMelle and Dana Drugmand (bios below), who are kicking off a discussion for environmental leaders to discuss next steps and strategies for 2025. I hope you’ll join us and share your take.
📌 This is a discussion for leaders in the network. Log in or create a profile to participate. If you have any issues, please respond to this email for assistance. Network Discussion w/ Special GuestsWe're so excited to kick of the discussion with two journalists covering the issues closely. Find links to recent articles they've shared on the event page. Brendan DeMelle is the Executive Director of DeSmog and a seasoned environmental researcher and writer. His career spans roles with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Environmental Working Group, and EPA Region 10. Known for making complex environmental issues accessible, his work has appeared in Vanity Fair, The Huffington Post, and other major outlets. He holds a BA in Sociology and Environmental Studies from St. Lawrence University and is based in Seattle. Dana Drugmand is a freelance environmental journalist covering topics such as climate accountability and climate change lawsuits, greenwashing and false climate solutions, plastics and petrochemicals, and environmental law and justice. In addition to Sierra, her writing has appeared in DeSmog, The New Lede, YES! Magazine, New Internationalist, Common Dreams, Truthout, and Earth Island Journal, among other outlets. I hope you’ll join us. Your point of view is important and welcome. Connect with peers, share insights, and identify ways we can work together more effectively in the years ahead. Join us and share your perspective! Sincerely, |
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HHN is an online directory, network, and online events calendar for leaders working to protect their communities and environment from the harms of oil & gas industry. Join for updates, to hear about our webinars series, and updates to the network.
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