Julia Musto
@juliaelenamusto.bsky.social
@the-independent.com U.S. science and climate correspondent
Studied climate, tree and ocean science at @columbiajournalism.bsky.social
Studied climate, tree and ocean science at @columbiajournalism.bsky.social
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Julia Musto
@juliaelenamusto.bsky.social
· Oct 14
Here’s why Bill Nelson thinks Musk must rethink his Mars plan
The former NASA astronaut and the agency’s 14th administrator says it’s not a matter of if we go to the Red Planet — but when
www.independent.co.uk
I sat down with now former NASA administrator Sen. Bill Nelson to talk about the state of space exploration and science at the agency.
The astronaut remains optimistic regarding humanity's ability to venture forth - to the moon and Mars.
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The astronaut remains optimistic regarding humanity's ability to venture forth - to the moon and Mars.
www.independent.co.uk/space/nasa-m... @the-independent.com
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San Francisco is suing ultraprocessed food makers over public health costs
San Francisco is suing ultraprocessed food makers over public health costs
San Francisco is suing ultraprocessed food makers over public health costs
www.independent.co.uk
December 2, 2025 at 8:58 PM
San Francisco is suing ultraprocessed food makers over public health costs
December 2, 2025 at 10:34 PM
We're four days out from the official end of the Atlantic hurricane season.
For the first time in a decade, not a single hurricane directly hit the U.S.
I spoke with @accuweather.com about why that happened earlier this month...
www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
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For the first time in a decade, not a single hurricane directly hit the U.S.
I spoke with @accuweather.com about why that happened earlier this month...
www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
@the-independent.com
The US hurricane season that wasn’t
The Atlantic season wraps in under a month but no hurricanes have directly struck the contiguous U.S. in 2025
www.the-independent.com
November 26, 2025 at 9:04 PM
We're four days out from the official end of the Atlantic hurricane season.
For the first time in a decade, not a single hurricane directly hit the U.S.
I spoke with @accuweather.com about why that happened earlier this month...
www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
@the-independent.com
For the first time in a decade, not a single hurricane directly hit the U.S.
I spoke with @accuweather.com about why that happened earlier this month...
www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
@the-independent.com
A toxic plume of chromium from Los Alamos National Laboratory has spread onto Pubelo de San Ildefonso for the first time. I spoke with @amigosbravos.bsky.social and the the NM Enviro Department about what actions are being taken to respond: www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
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Could a toxic metal plume threaten New Mexico residents?
The large underground body of contaminated water, a result of decades of flushed-out coolant from a power plant at Los Alamos, is raising concerns that it could eventually reach nearby wells
www.independent.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 8:07 PM
A toxic plume of chromium from Los Alamos National Laboratory has spread onto Pubelo de San Ildefonso for the first time. I spoke with @amigosbravos.bsky.social and the the NM Enviro Department about what actions are being taken to respond: www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...
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Climate change is coming for some of our favorite vices
Top grape, coffee and chocolate growing regions in western Europe, South America and West Africa under threat.
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Top grape, coffee and chocolate growing regions in western Europe, South America and West Africa under threat.
@juliaelenamusto.bsky.social
Climate change is coming for some of our favorite vices
Top grape, coffee and chocolate growing regions in western Europe, South America and West Africa under threat
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November 7, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Climate change is coming for some of our favorite vices
Top grape, coffee and chocolate growing regions in western Europe, South America and West Africa under threat.
@juliaelenamusto.bsky.social
Top grape, coffee and chocolate growing regions in western Europe, South America and West Africa under threat.
@juliaelenamusto.bsky.social
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Bill Gates hits back at Trump after climate memo response: ‘It’s a gigantic misreading’ | Great piece in @the-independent.com by @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social (updated now w/ response from me to Gates' doubling down)
www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
Bill Gates hits Trump after climate memo response: ‘It’s a gigantic misreading’
The billionaire Microsoft co-founder also questioned climate scientists’ criticism of what he wrote: ‘What world do they live in?’
www.the-independent.com
November 4, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Bill Gates hits back at Trump after climate memo response: ‘It’s a gigantic misreading’ | Great piece in @the-independent.com by @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social (updated now w/ response from me to Gates' doubling down)
www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
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"Bill Gates hits back at Trump after climate memo response: ‘It’s a gigantic misreading’ [but so is Gates' memo]" by @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social for @the-independent.com: www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
Bill Gates hits Trump after climate memo response: ‘It’s a gigantic misreading’
The billionaire Microsoft co-founder also questioned climate scientists’ criticism of what he wrote: ‘What world do they live in?’
www.the-independent.com
November 4, 2025 at 5:55 PM
"Bill Gates hits back at Trump after climate memo response: ‘It’s a gigantic misreading’ [but so is Gates' memo]" by @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social for @the-independent.com: www.the-independent.com/climate-chan...
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New national climate plans have barely moved the needle on limiting global warming. Yet there is hope.
According to UNEP's latest #EmissionsGap Report, accelerated adoption of renewable energy and falling costs mean we have the tools to cut emissions now: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...
According to UNEP's latest #EmissionsGap Report, accelerated adoption of renewable energy and falling costs mean we have the tools to cut emissions now: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...
November 4, 2025 at 2:08 PM
New national climate plans have barely moved the needle on limiting global warming. Yet there is hope.
According to UNEP's latest #EmissionsGap Report, accelerated adoption of renewable energy and falling costs mean we have the tools to cut emissions now: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...
According to UNEP's latest #EmissionsGap Report, accelerated adoption of renewable energy and falling costs mean we have the tools to cut emissions now: www.unep.org/news-and-sto...
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"Category 6 is the new hurricane normal. Why scientists say we need to rethink what we know about storms" by @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social for @the-independent.com: www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
Category 6 is the new hurricane normal, say scientists
Human-caused climate change is making major hurricanes like Melissa much stronger, faster and ultimately more life-threatening
www.independent.co.uk
October 31, 2025 at 2:04 PM
"Category 6 is the new hurricane normal. Why scientists say we need to rethink what we know about storms" by @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social for @the-independent.com: www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
Do we need a Category 6 hurricane - or even a complete redo of the Saffir-Simpson scale?
I spoke with @michaelemann.bsky.social @katharinehayhoe.com @climatecentral.org @danielgilford.bsky.social to learn more.
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
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I spoke with @michaelemann.bsky.social @katharinehayhoe.com @climatecentral.org @danielgilford.bsky.social to learn more.
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
@the-independent.com
Category 6 is the new hurricane normal, say scientists
Human-caused climate change is making major hurricanes like Melissa much stronger, faster and ultimately more life-threatening
www.independent.co.uk
October 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Do we need a Category 6 hurricane - or even a complete redo of the Saffir-Simpson scale?
I spoke with @michaelemann.bsky.social @katharinehayhoe.com @climatecentral.org @danielgilford.bsky.social to learn more.
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
@the-independent.com
I spoke with @michaelemann.bsky.social @katharinehayhoe.com @climatecentral.org @danielgilford.bsky.social to learn more.
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
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NEW: Another stark warning from scientists about the future of Earth under climate change:
"22 of the planet’s 34 vital signs are at record levels, with many of them continuing to trend sharply in the wrong direction."
www.eurekalert.org/news-release...
www.eurekalert.org/news-release...?
"22 of the planet’s 34 vital signs are at record levels, with many of them continuing to trend sharply in the wrong direction."
www.eurekalert.org/news-release...
www.eurekalert.org/news-release...?
“State of the climate” 2025: Earth’s vital signs worsen, science shows options for livable future
22 of the planet’s 34 vital signs are at record levels, with many of them continuing to trend sharply in the wrong direction. This is the message of the sixth issue of the annual “State of...
www.eurekalert.org
October 29, 2025 at 2:03 PM
NEW: Another stark warning from scientists about the future of Earth under climate change:
"22 of the planet’s 34 vital signs are at record levels, with many of them continuing to trend sharply in the wrong direction."
www.eurekalert.org/news-release...
www.eurekalert.org/news-release...?
"22 of the planet’s 34 vital signs are at record levels, with many of them continuing to trend sharply in the wrong direction."
www.eurekalert.org/news-release...
www.eurekalert.org/news-release...?
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Bill Gates softens stance on climate change stating it ‘will not lead to humanity’s demise’
Bill Gates softens stance on climate change: It won’t ‘lead to humanity’s demise’
www.independent.co.uk
October 28, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Bill Gates softens stance on climate change stating it ‘will not lead to humanity’s demise’
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"Bill Gates [who has no expertise whatsoever when it comes to climate science and climate risk] softens stance on climate change stating it ‘will not lead to humanity’s demise’" by Julia Musto for @yahoonews.com: uk.news.yahoo.com/bill-gates-s...
Bill Gates softens stance on climate change stating it ‘will not lead to humanity’s demise’
The Microsoft founder and billionaire claimed that people will be able to ‘live and thrive in most places on Earth for the foreseeable future’
uk.news.yahoo.com
October 28, 2025 at 5:46 PM
"Bill Gates [who has no expertise whatsoever when it comes to climate science and climate risk] softens stance on climate change stating it ‘will not lead to humanity’s demise’" by Julia Musto for @yahoonews.com: uk.news.yahoo.com/bill-gates-s...
"Melissa’s rapid strengthening occurred as it drifted slowly over exceptionally warm ocean waters that were 2.5°F (1.4°C) warmer than average — these conditions were made up to 700 times more likely because of human-caused climate change." - @climatecentral.org www.climatecentral.org/climate-shif...
October 27, 2025 at 6:36 PM
"Melissa’s rapid strengthening occurred as it drifted slowly over exceptionally warm ocean waters that were 2.5°F (1.4°C) warmer than average — these conditions were made up to 700 times more likely because of human-caused climate change." - @climatecentral.org www.climatecentral.org/climate-shif...
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Elon Musk takes another shot at Transport Secretary Sean Duffy over NASA role: ‘He need moar brainz!’
Elon Musk takes another shot at Transport Secretary: ‘‘He need moar brainz!’
www.independent.co.uk
October 22, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Elon Musk takes another shot at Transport Secretary Sean Duffy over NASA role: ‘He need moar brainz!’
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‘Why are you gay?’: Elon Musk’s slur escalates feud with Trump cabinet member
‘Why are you gay?’: Elon Musk’s slur escalates feud with Trump cabinet member
‘Why are you gay?’: Elon Musk’s slur escalates feud with Trump cabinet member
www.independent.co.uk
October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
‘Why are you gay?’: Elon Musk’s slur escalates feud with Trump cabinet member
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Musk appears to cross a line in SpaceX tantrum at Trump Transportation Secretary
Musk appears to cross a line in SpaceX tantrum at Trump Transportation Secretary
Musk appears to cross a line in SpaceX tantrum at Trump Transportation Secretary
www.independent.co.uk
October 21, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Musk appears to cross a line in SpaceX tantrum at Trump Transportation Secretary
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He’s been to space, ran NASA and can do 40 pushups at IHOP. Here’s why Bill Nelson thinks Musk must rethink his Mars plan
Here’s why Bill Nelson thinks Musk must rethink his Mars plan
www.independent.co.uk
October 14, 2025 at 1:47 PM
He’s been to space, ran NASA and can do 40 pushups at IHOP. Here’s why Bill Nelson thinks Musk must rethink his Mars plan
I sat down with now former NASA administrator Sen. Bill Nelson to talk about the state of space exploration and science at the agency.
The astronaut remains optimistic regarding humanity's ability to venture forth - to the moon and Mars.
www.independent.co.uk/space/nasa-m... @the-independent.com
The astronaut remains optimistic regarding humanity's ability to venture forth - to the moon and Mars.
www.independent.co.uk/space/nasa-m... @the-independent.com
Here’s why Bill Nelson thinks Musk must rethink his Mars plan
The former NASA astronaut and the agency’s 14th administrator says it’s not a matter of if we go to the Red Planet — but when
www.independent.co.uk
October 14, 2025 at 2:55 PM
I sat down with now former NASA administrator Sen. Bill Nelson to talk about the state of space exploration and science at the agency.
The astronaut remains optimistic regarding humanity's ability to venture forth - to the moon and Mars.
www.independent.co.uk/space/nasa-m... @the-independent.com
The astronaut remains optimistic regarding humanity's ability to venture forth - to the moon and Mars.
www.independent.co.uk/space/nasa-m... @the-independent.com
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LATEST | Tributes pour in for Jane Goodall, ‘tireless advocate’ who ‘reshaped our understanding of the natural world’
Jane Goodall death updates: Tributes pour in for ‘tireless advocate’
World-renowned British primatologist died of natural causes while on speaking tour in California
www.independent.co.uk
October 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM
LATEST | Tributes pour in for Jane Goodall, ‘tireless advocate’ who ‘reshaped our understanding of the natural world’
“Let us develop respect for all living things. Let us try to replace violence and intolerance with understanding and compassion. And love.” - Jane Goodall
The world has lost its most powerful advocate for nature and hope. Yet many remain who will continue her legacy and I know she will continue to inspire generations more.
October 1, 2025 at 6:16 PM
“Let us develop respect for all living things. Let us try to replace violence and intolerance with understanding and compassion. And love.” - Jane Goodall
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Trump will claim that Tylenol is linked to autism. But every expert Julia Musto and I interviewed say this is a gross misreading of the data. via @the-independent.com
www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...
www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...
Trump and RFK Jr will claim Tylenol is linked to autism. Experts say that’s a lie
Doctors say Tylenol remains the safest drug to take during pregnancy for fever and pain
www.independent.co.uk
September 22, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Trump will claim that Tylenol is linked to autism. But every expert Julia Musto and I interviewed say this is a gross misreading of the data. via @the-independent.com
www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...
www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...
ICYMI: Researchers warn the U.S. is heading toward 30,000 more deaths tied to wildfire smoke by 2050
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
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Tens of thousands more will die from US wildfires over next 25 years, study finds
Western states will be most impacted overall, with the largest number of projected deaths in California
www.independent.co.uk
September 19, 2025 at 8:39 PM
ICYMI: Researchers warn the U.S. is heading toward 30,000 more deaths tied to wildfire smoke by 2050
www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
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www.independent.co.uk/climate-chan...
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