# Tools for Climate Reporting: Satellites, Maps, and Environmental Data (2026)

> Free tools for climate and environmental journalism. Global Forest Watch, Global Fishing Watch, Google Earth Pro, QGIS, Datawrapper, and OpenStreetMap for investigating deforestation, illegal fishing, and emissions.

**Source:** https://fieldwork.news/guides/tools-for-climate-reporting
**Published:** 2026-04-03
**Last updated:** 2026-04-03
**Author:** Mike Schneider (Resonator)

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