Katherine Hafner is a climate and environment reporter at WHRO. She focuses on themes such as climate change, sustainability, and energy policy, with a keen interest in cleantech, renewable energy, and environmental services. Katherine's work has been featured in notable outlets including NPR, The Washington Post, and WUNC (91.5 FM).
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Katherine Hafner's articles predominantly cover local government announcements and frequently cite data. Her themes revolve around energy, business & industry, scientific matters, and government & politics with a focus on Virginia's environmental issues, climate change effects, wildlife conservation efforts, and infrastructure.
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By: Katherine Hafner
Some state lawmakers are calling for a special session of the General Assembly to address issues raised by the report.
By: Katherine Hafner
Fishery managers are considering cutting the bay's catch limit by up to 50%.
The $57-million facility supports research on vehicles moving through Earth and space.
By: Katherine Hafner
The Ghent neighborhood bore the brunt of this week's downpour, which officials called a “one-in-100-year” event.
By: Katherine Hafner
Local advocates are concerned the untested industry would damage the region's ecosystem and the economy that relies on it.
By: Katherine Hafner
The app, called AquaRisk, analyzes public information about pipes and contaminants.
By: Katherine Hafner
Here's what goes into protecting and caring for turtles in the region.
By: Katherine Hafner
States would be responsible for funneling potential benefits to people's electric bills.
By: Katherine Hafner
Norfolk Southern makes money on the project through selling credits earned by preventing pollution.
By: Katherine Hafner
The newly completed living shoreline at Norfolk Southern's Lambert's Point coal terminal in Norfolk on Aug. 25, 2026.
