Earth is the climate and sustainability journalism desk at Annenberg Media. We aim to take a multimedia approach to climate journalism and focus on the people at the center of the climate crisis.
Mend-It Monday kicks off USC’s Green Week
Students learned how to fix holes and patches in their clothes at the kickoff event for the Sustainability Center’s Green Week.
Cracking the Code on “Super Kelp” Genetics
Cracking the Code on “Super Kelp” Genetics -- A kelp species originally transplanted in Newport Beach is being studied by USC students and experts for its potential to help struggling kelp forests across the state.
Green week meets cardinal red ink: USC’s sustainability at a crossroads
USC’s Green Week celebrates its fifth anniversary amidst uncertainty surrounding the impact of University budget cuts.
Earth Day awareness at USC is still low, but green spaces keep the spirit alive
USC celebrates the planet all for the whole month of April.
USC Office of Sustainability celebrates accomplishments and outlines a plan for an uncertain future
While some projects will be paused due to university budget cuts, Chief Sustainability Officer Mark Dalrymple said the office is still working towards ambitious goals of climate
Climate Clock art installation draws criticism from students
The climate change-inspired art installation in New York City has sparked online discourse and conversation about the effectiveness of its messaging.
‘In Solidarity for a Green World’: The United Nations climate change conference enters its second week
How do people on the ground advance climate transparency through action and climate empowerment?
How does climate change policy motivate voters?
For some voters, climate change policy can be a deal breaker.
Prop. 4 passes in California: What does the measure mean for the state and the climate?
Once in effect, the state will allocate billions in resources to tackle climate change.
Community gardening initiatives in LA food deserts sprout change
1 in 4 Angelenos live in a food desert with limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables, so community organizations have taken to building inner city gardens to remedy the produce problem
The making of short-film Fastidiosa
Ming Leng, a double major in Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies and a Bachelor of Art in Media Arts + Practice at USC, discusses the inspiration behind her short film "Fastidiosa." Initially created for a class on Critical Thinking and Procedural Media, the film explores the plant epidemic caused by the bacteria Xylella fastidiosa in southern Italy's Puglia region.
U-Pass expansion boosts LA Metro ridership
Recent data from the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) indicates a positive trend in ridership, with 2023 marking the highest numbers since 2019. This uptick coincides with the expansion of USC's U-Pass program in Fall 2023, offering free access to Metro trains and select buses for all students.
Building a sustainable future: Inside USC’s LEED Platinum certified Ginsburg Hall
Explore the innovative sustainability features of USC's Ginsburg Hall, a LEED Platinum certified building that represents a step towards a more environmentally conscious future. Discover how this building is leading the way in green construction practices, offering hope for a more sustainable approach to architecture.
Q&A with actress and activist Jane Fonda: Environmental issues, her childhood and the best hikes in L.A.
Fonda reflects on the past and offers advice for the future in an exclusive with Annenberg Media.