What it is
HEATED is a newsletter by journalist Emily Atkin focused on fossil fuel industry accountability and climate justice. Published several times weekly, it combines original reporting, analysis, and commentary on how the fossil fuel industry influences policy, media, and public opinion. Atkin's reporting is sharp, specific, and names names.
Why we picked this
HEATED fills the accountability gap in climate journalism. While most climate media focuses on solutions and technology, Atkin focuses on the institutions and individuals blocking progress. Her reporting on fossil fuel industry advertising in mainstream media, lobbying expenditures, and the revolving door between industry and government provides the investigative journalism that holds obstructors accountable. For anyone who wants to understand not just what solutions exist but why they have not been implemented, HEATED provides the answer.
Key takeaways
- Original reporting names specific companies, executives, and politicians responsible for blocking climate action, providing accountability that mainstream outlets often avoid.
- Coverage of fossil fuel industry advertising spending in mainstream media revealed how ad revenue creates editorial conflicts of interest in climate reporting.
- HEATED's direct, subscriber-funded model allows aggressive accountability journalism without concern for advertiser relationships.