Savannah Harriman-Pote is a Producer for The Conversation. She focuses on themes of energy and mining, health and wellness, agriculture, and the natural sciences, with a particular interest in energy policy, sustainability, and climate change. Savannah's work has been featured in KALW and Hawaiʻi Public Radio.
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Hawaiʻi Island, United States (Local)
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Savannah's coverage primarily focuses on local issues in Hawaii, particularly related to climate change, natural disasters, land preservation, and community resilience. She frequently incorporates government announcements and expert commentary into her articles.
Given Savannah's focus on scientific topics such as climate change and natural disasters along with agriculture, farming, energy, and education-related themes in a specific geographic area (Hawaii), she would likely be interested in hearing from experts who can provide insights or commentary on these subjects within the Hawaiian context. This could include scientists studying environmental impact or educators specializing in STEM learning affected by trauma following natural disasters. Additionally, industry professionals involved in energy storage projects or agricultural practices specific to Hawaii may also capture her interest.
As Savannah predominantly reports on local issues around Honolulu and wider Hawaii region but not exclusively limited to it; thus outreach should consider this regional emphasis while providing relevant information for her audience.
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By: Savannah Harriman
The state is still reeling from recent floods, but climatologists are already eyeing another potential hazard — wildfire.
About a quarter of Hawaiʻi is covered in nonnative grasses. Under dry conditions, these grasses can serve as fuel for wildfires, allowing blazes to quickly consume large swaths of land.
By: Savannah Harriman
The solar industry says nearly half a billion dollars of investments in solar projects across Hawaiʻi are in jeopardy after state lawmakers voted to phase out the renewable energy tax credit.
By: Savannah Harriman
This week, HPR will be focusing on local climate solutions. On Monday, The Conversation highlighted a native ecosystem that scores high marks when it comes to climate resilience.
By: Savannah Harriman
Marine carbon capture takes carbon dioxide from the air and stores it in the ocean to fight global warming. The Molokaʻi-based organization ʻĀina Momona is taking the lead locally — it has received grant funding from an organization called Carbon180
By: Savannah Harriman-Pote, Catherine Cruz, Dw Gibson
University of Hawaiʻi staff and students discuss the impact of “time, place and manner” policies on campus free speech; Ewa Makai Middle School students discuss their love for learning about drone piloting.
By: Savannah Harriman-Pote
Faculty from the Hawaiʻi Institute of Marine Biology faculty discuss the their Mālama ʻĀina plan and how their efforts to adapt to climate change are rooted in Indigenous stewardship.
By: Catherine Cruz, Savannah Harriman-Pote, Maddie Bender
NOAA Meteorologist John Bravender forecasts a stronger El Niño hurricane season; MEMA discusses the "Maui Method" of safely disposing of lithium ion batteries.
Following the deadly 2023 Maui Wildfires, Hawaiʻi still faced one hazardous waste dilemma on an unprecedented scale: Lithium-ion batteries.
By: Savannah Harriman
Japanese energy company JERA has taken the first steps in the regulatory process for its proposed natural gas project. But some are questioning whether natural gas could deliver meaningful savings.
