Jenny Shalant
Director of Storytelling
Jenny Shalant previously served as an editor and writer in the communications departments of the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Museum of the City of New York, collaborated on exhibition films for the American Museum of Natural History, and contributed to 30-Second New York (Ivy Press, March 2017). She holds a master's degree from the Columbia Graduate School of Journalism. Shalant is based in NRDC's New York office.
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The AI Boom Is Stressing the Grid—but It Doesn’t Have to Be This Way
ExplainerUnited StatesCourtney Lindwall, Jenny Shalant
There are ways we can avoid blackouts, sky-high energy bills, and climate backpedaling when powering AI data centers.
Testimonies from a Warming World
PerspectivesUnited StatesJenny Shalant
Three climate activists state plainly what is at stake as the EPA tries to walk away from its responsibility to protect us from climate pollution.
The Fight to Protect New Mexico’s Chaco Canyon Continues
DispatchNew MexicoKeith Mulvihill, Jenny Shalant
The Trump administration’s proposal to allow new oil and gas leasing and drilling in the area comes after years of nearby exploitation that’s had devastating health and cultural impacts on Indigenous communities.
Publications
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Climate Adaptation 101
GuideUnited StatesSimone Scully, Jenny Shalant
As the effects of climate change intensify, the need to prepare communities, minimize harm, and plan for future impacts has never been clearer.
How to Make an Effective Public Comment
ToolkitUnited StatesJenny Shalant
Whether you’re ready to submit a written comment or state your case at a hearing, these talking points, scripting guidelines, and other tips will help you make the most of your airtime.
The Energy-Efficient Home Makeover
How-ToUnited StatesJenny Shalant
No demolition required. A few small tweaks to each room could dramatically shrink your carbon footprint.