Erica Van Buren is an award-winning reporter at The Augusta Chronicle. She specializes in climate change and environmental issues, focusing on topics such as climate policy, sustainability, and natural resources. Erica's work has been featured in prominent publications including USA TODAY, Yahoo News, and the Naples Daily News, among others.
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Erica Van Buren's coverage primarily focuses on local environmental and energy-related issues in the Augusta, Georgia area. She often covers topics related to environmental conservation, climate change, wildlife, and sustainability.
Given her focus on local events and government announcements, she may be interested in pitches related to community-driven environmental initiatives or regulatory changes impacting the environment specifically within the Augusta area.
Additionally, Erica’s interest in seasonal and event coverage suggests that she may appreciate story ideas relevant to specific times of year or upcoming events related to environmental conservation or sustainable living practices within the region.
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From higher utility bills to changes in work schedules and outdoor activities, extreme heat is affecting daily life across the South.
By: Erica Van Buren
Augusta residents and other concerned citizens made their voices heard at Tuesday's Augusta Commission meeting, speaking out against a draft ordinance governing data centers.
By: Erica Van Buren
Extreme heat, one of many symptoms of climate change, is altering the seasonal rhythms of wildlife that call neighborhoods, gardens and backyards home, experts say.
By: Erica Van Buren
Brian J. Graham is the new senior director of the Augusta Canal National Heritage Area. Challenges for the canal include funding and repairing hurricane damage to the dam.
By: Erica Van Buren
Outdoor occupations like construction, farming, and roofing are particularly vulnerable to extreme heat.
By: Erica Van Buren
As extreme heat becomes more frequent, here are 11 practical ways to keep your home and family cool this summer.
New director Brian J. Graham plans to expand Augusta Canal access with a new trailhead and critical repairs.
By: Erica Van Buren
Augusta Chronicle Aug. 1, 2026, 4:01 a.m. ET An interactive website is being developed to help homeowners select the right trees for their properties based on their ZIP code.
By: Erica Van Buren
Climate change is affecting hurricane season, altering forecasting, communications, climate science and emergency management.
Framing litter cleanup as a health benefit encourages more people to participate in environmental efforts.
