Environmental Impacts Of The Russia-Ukraine War In Ukraine: Data-driven Analytical Approaches In Journalism

Abstract

This article examines the environmental impacts of the Russia–Ukraine war in Ukraine through data-driven approaches in journalism. It examines how ecological issues – particularly those related to water, soil, and air – have traditionally been addressed in Ukrainian environmental journalism and how these practices have evolved under wartime conditions. The study emphasizes the longstanding connection between ecological reporting and data journalism in Ukraine, highlighting the growing reliance on alternative data sources such as satellite imagery, remote sensing, and open-source intelligence. While Ukraine faces environmental challenges similar to those observed globally, the article argues that its primary causes and potential solutions are now directly linked to the war. The findings underline the critical role of data journalism in documenting environmental damage, supporting public awareness, and informing post-war recovery efforts.