Saul Elbein

Saul Elbein is an environmental journalist who covers issues related to energy, climate change, and sustainability. He has written for The Hill and his work focuses on the impact of human activity on the natural world. Elbein's articles often explore the science behind environmental issues and their implications for public policy.

Biography:  https://thehill.com/author/saul-elbein/

80%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

90%

Examples:

  • Some of the articles contain contradictions within the text or with external sources, but these are not major.
  • The author has a slight tendency towards presenting information in a balanced manner.

Conflicts of Interest

88%

Examples:

  • The author does not appear to have any financial or personal ties that would influence their reporting.
  • There are no clear conflicts of interest identified in the articles.

Contradictions

88%

Examples:

  • The author presents information on how sea otters use tools to eat prey and how plastic waste is affecting marine life.
  • There are some discrepancies between the information presented in different articles.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • Some of the articles contain deceptive practices such as misleading headlines or selective use of data.
  • The author presents information on how plastic waste is affecting marine life and human health.

Recent Articles

Six Common Wildlife Species in the US Test Positive for SARS-CoV-2: Study

Six Common Wildlife Species in the US Test Positive for SARS-CoV-2: Study

Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 A study published in Nature Communications reveals that six common wildlife species in the US, including deer mice, raccoons, and bats, carry SARS-CoV-2. Exposure rates varied from 40% to 60%, with highest exposure near human activity. Unique viral mutations were identified in some samples, raising concerns for potential vaccine challenges and increased transmissibility.
Record-Breaking CO2 Surge in 2024: Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide Levels Reach New Peak Amidst Extreme Weather Events

Record-Breaking CO2 Surge in 2024: Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide Levels Reach New Peak Amidst Extreme Weather Events

Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024 Carbon dioxide levels reached a new record high of 426.9 ppm in May 2024, marking the largest increase in NOAA's record despite plateauing fossil fuel emissions. This surge contributes to extreme weather events and ocean acidification, with 2023 and 2024 recording the hottest year and ocean temperatures on record respectively. NOAA Administrator Rick Spinrad emphasizes the importance of recognizing these signals and reducing fossil fuel use quickly.
Female Sea Otters Use Tools to Survive: Essential Behavior for Threatened Species Off California Coast

Female Sea Otters Use Tools to Survive: Essential Behavior for Threatened Species Off California Coast

Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024 Female sea otters, a threatened species off the California coast, use tools like rocks and shells to access harder prey and survive. Studies reveal that tool use allows them to consume larger prey and reduce tooth damage when preferred sources decline. This behavior is crucial for ecosystem balance by controlling populations of herbivorous species. However, sea otters face ongoing threats from habitat loss, pollution, and human activities.
UN Negotiations: Creating a Global Treaty to Reduce Plastic Pollution Amidst Industry Opposition

UN Negotiations: Creating a Global Treaty to Reduce Plastic Pollution Amidst Industry Opposition

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 April 2024 UN talks in Ottawa aim to draft a global treaty reducing plastic pollution, with 2000 garbage trucks of waste dumped daily and production projected to double by 2050. Negotiators face challenges from oil-producing nations wanting to protect plastic production. Two camps emerge: those advocating for a phaseout of harmful plastics versus producers.
Bottled Water Contains Thousands of Nanoplastics, Study Raises Health Concerns

Bottled Water Contains Thousands of Nanoplastics, Study Raises Health Concerns

Broke On: Monday, 08 January 2024 Bottled water contains thousands of nanoplastics that can potentially harm human cells and key systems. An average liter of bottled water has about 240,000 plastic particles from seven types, with nanoplastics making up nearly a quarter million fragments.