There’s too much digital clutter. You’re feeling overwhelmed by all the information coming at you from various corners of the internet. The internet is a dauntingly, unimaginably big place. Which is why we’re helping you digitally declutter: here’s a list of newsletters you’ll actually want to subscribe to if you’re someone who cares about the state of the world but wants to cut through the noise…
Newsletters. There are a lot of questions around it: do people still care or are they just spam? Honestly, it’s really up to you! The idea behind a newsletter revolves around the types of topics, hobbies, or interests you are keen or eager about. But the idea is also simple: one scheduled email with all the necessary deets that you seek out. In this case, we’re sharing with you our favourite 10 conscious newsletters people should subscribe to.
Us, duh.
Well, since you’re already here, are you subscribed to our weekly newsletter (sent out every Thursday afternoon)? If yes, you’re a legend. If not, what are you waiting for? Honestly, we know everyone says they don’t spam. But we take that very very seriously.. Our weekly newsletter entails our featured article of the week, five cool, weird, and positive climate-related news highlights, and our latest #OnThePod episode from our founder’s podcast, Live Wide Awake or our CEO Sean Lee-Davies’, Our Future Nature Podcast. You’re sooooo missing out if you haven’t subscribed to us. It’s just the truth.
Positive news only.
A great friend of GITNB and trailblazing eco-warrior Helena Wasserman believes newsletters should be easy and light. And she’s done exactly that with her weekly newsletter called the Sustainability Shot where she features positive news and shares actionable insights and market news to keep you motivated in the transition to sustainability.
Similarly cheeky, Alaina Wood, a.k.a. The “Garbage Queen,” the very same Alaina Wood who posts “a weekly “Good Climate News” roundup on TikTok, has decided to take matters into her own hands and produced a newsletter specifically made for a dose of optimism. In Pathfinder, Alaina will draw on her background as a scientific communicator in business and government to curate the week’s top climate news. Individuals who are already concerned about climate change as well as others who are just starting to consider the topic will find this magazine a great resource.
There’s a lot of negativity nowadays in this world, and sometimes there’s nothing we can do about it. Helena’s and Alaina’s newsletter allows people to still feel hope in these trying times. So if you’re someone, or know someone who is all about sustainability and positive news in general, these are definitely (or one of) the podcast for you!
All about the climate
Looking for high-quality, climate-focused content delivered straight to your inbox? Check out Carbon Brief, a platform that covers the latest developments in climate science and policy. It’s quite information-heavy, but accessible for sure. (Meaning you don’t have to be a science nerd to follow.) You can choose between daily and weekly email summaries. They round up their own articles and selected papers. And not only can you expect expert analyses, but you can also find explainers, interviews, fact-checks, and more.
Climate change journalist Emily Atkin writes HEATED. As you can imagine, it’s informative and spicy. Here’s the elevator pitch: “It is not your fault that the planet is burning. Your air conditioner, your hamburger, your gas-powered car—these aren’t the reasons we only have about a decade to prevent irreversible climate catastrophe. No; the majority of the blame for the climate emergency lies at the feet of the greedy, the cowardly, the power-hungry, and the apathetic. And that’s why I created this newsletter: to expose and explain the forces behind past and present inaction on the most existential threat of our time.” Sign up here.
The only newsroom focused on exploring solutions at the intersections of climate and justice is Grist. You’re probably familiar with this platform. They’re quite popular, and the content they put out is well respected within the space. Grist tells stories of climate solutions and a just future. They believe in using the power of storytelling to illuminate the way toward a better world. And the best part? They offer a wide variety of newsletters for all kinds of occasions. Looking for a daily dose of climate optimism? They have the Beacon for that. A weekly roundup of stories? The Weekly. Need some green advice? A biweekly Ask Umbra would be perfect. So check out their offerings and sign up here.
Thanks GreenBiz for these two
The mission of the media and events firm GreenBiz Group is to hasten a fair transition to a clean economy “through events that galvanise stories that amplify, peer networks that bond, and industry-leading analysis, (they) define markets and advance opportunities at the intersection of business, technology, and sustainability.”
The first of the two from GreenBiz is a weekly newsletter, GreenFin Weekly, that provides news and analysis on ESG and sustainable finance. It covers a wide range of contentious matters by providing roundups of high-performing organisations and individuals within the context of ESG efforts as well as deeper dives into particular topics such as the confluence of social and environmental justice, the relationship between CEO compensation and ESG performance, and many more.
Like GreenFin, the other newsletter from Greenbiz, Climate Tech compiles and reports on recent developments in the field of climate technology. This newsletter is perfect for the sustainability professional with an interest in technology, since it focuses on cutting-edge methods being developed to address the climate catastrophe.
For something a lil’ different
We’re also constantly on the lookout for newsletters that aren’t as formal, so here’s something a little different. Atmos is “an exploration of climate and culture, a nonprofit biannual magazine and digital platform curated by a global ecosystem of artists, activists, and writers devoted to ecological and social justice, creative storytelling, and re-enchantment with the natural world”. You probably recognise their content from Instagram, but they’ve also got two great newsletters for something different delivered to your inbox.
The Frontline delivers words from Atmos’ Climate Editor Yessenia Funes, to remind you that the warming of the world is unjust, and that protecting the planet must include its people. Sign up here for perspectives from the frontlines: essential, grounded, and revolutionary. On the other hand, you also have The Overview, with words from Atmos’ Editor-in-Chief Willow Defebaugh, which offers a holistic look at life on Earth, seen from above. Sign up here for magically worded, ecologically informed insights from Willow.
