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Tristan Ahtone

Tristan Ahtone

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Editor-at-Large, Grist

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Total articles 297

  • 'Like a virus': Corruption has infected the fight against climate change

    By Taylar Stagner Verified, Tristan Ahtone Verified| Grist Verified Bribery, theft, conflicts of interest, and other forms of corruption are hampering global efforts to fight climate change and protect the environment. That‚Äôs according to a new study by Transparency International that reveals countries that experience high levels of corruption often bypass environmental laws to exploit natural resources, and rely on violence to silence resistance. That violence, one author explains, is often directed at Indigenous peoples.

    By Taylar Stagner Verified, Tristan Ahtone Verified · Grist

    Mar. 03, 2025

  • ‘It’s about control’: Why Trump renamed Denali to Mount McKinley

    By Taylar Stagner Verified, Tristan Ahtone Verified| Grist Verified There is a game children play called “King of the Mountain.” The rules vary, but generally, kids race to the top of a mound and push or wrestle until only one child stands and is declared the king. Displacing other children on the mound is the only way to win, and the game often rewards particularly vicious players — those who will bite, punch, and scratch to get to the top of the hill and win the title. It’s a game the Trump administration is also keen on playing.

    By Taylar Stagner Verified, Tristan Ahtone Verified · Grist

    Feb. 18, 2025

  • 'Like a virus': Corruption has infected the fight against climate change

    By Taylar Stagner Verified, Tristan Ahtone Verified| Grist Verified Bribery, theft, conflicts of interest, and other forms of corruption are hampering global efforts to fight climate change and protect the environment. That‚Äôs according to a new study by Transparency International that reveals countries that experience high levels of corruption often bypass environmental laws to exploit natural resources, and rely on violence to silence resistance. That violence, one author explains, is often directed at Indigenous peoples.

    By Taylar Stagner Verified, Tristan Ahtone Verified · Grist

    Mar. 03, 2025

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Grist

Grist is a nonprofit, independent media organization based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to reporting on climate change and environmental issues. Founded in April 1999 by Chip Giller, Grist aims to engage the public about the challenges of climate change while highlighting pathways to a just and sustainable future. Its tagline, "Climate. Justice. Solutions," reflects its commitment to addressing climate-related stories and solutions. Grist offers a variety of services focused on environmental journalism, including daily reporting, features, investigations, and visual storytelling. The organization covers topics such as the transition to renewable energy and the impact of climate change on communities. Grist also publishes daily and weekly newsletters summarizing environmental news and an annual climate fiction anthology titled "Imagine 2200," which features stories about future climate solutions. Grist's journalism reaches millions, influencing readers, including elected officials and researchers, with a significant portion taking action based on its content.

Seattle, Washington, United States

'+1 206-876-2020

Founded: 1999