Climate change is full of stories for business journalists. (Image by "robynm" via Pixabay, CCO Creative Commons)

Climate change and the business reporter

Climate change is an enormous topic for science writers. But those changes don’t exist in a vacuum. You can’t modify climate, sea level, storm severity

The energy crisis in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria has local implications for many on the mainland. (Image by Birga via Pixabay, CC0 Creative Commons)

How to localize two big energy stories

There have been two major energy stories headlining national—and international—news lately: oil and Puerto Rico. Oil prices are reaching two-year highs. Much of an American

Robot advisors are gaining popularity with U.S. investors. ("Robot Pencil Sharpener" by "Kat" via Flickr, CC BY 2.0)

Story idea: The rise of robo-advisors

On robo-advising platforms, algorithms manage investment portfolios with minimal human involvement, making advice accessible to investors with smaller balances (often the more you invest, the

Business reporters cover people and businesses typically capable of launching robust law suits. Learn how to protect yourself. (Image by "timokefoto" via Pixabay, CC0 Creative Commons)

How not to be sued for libel

One of the scariest communications a journalist can get is the notification of a lawsuit for libel. Not too long ago, a colleague was sued for statements backed up

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Reynolds review: Ayad Akhtar’s “Junk”

Business has had a major influence on American culture, with movies like “The Wolf of Wall Street” portraying traders and CEOs as near-mythological figures. In

Veterans Day, Nov. 11, is full of story ideas for business reporters. (Image by Jennifer1051 via Pixabay, CCO Creative Commons)

3 business stories for Veterans Day

Since 1918, when America celebrated the armistice ending WWI, November 11 has been an important day in the United States. It became even more notable

Two power plants sit by a river in Doel, Belgium.

Going nuclear: A crash course

You’ve heard of Chernobyl, Three Mile Island and Fukushima. But beyond that, nuclear energy is probably a mystery of smoke plumes and yellow radiation signs.

Legalized pot is a topic business reporters can easily cultivate. (Image by "rexmedlen" via Pixabay, CCO Creative Commons)

Reporting cannabis: Five new story ideas

In California’s Monterey County, where until recently I lived and reported, the cannabis industry has been ramping up.  The cultivation and sale of medical marijuana

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