Sophie Hirsh
Executive EditorLocation: New YorkEducation: Muhlenberg CollegeSophie is a New York-based journalist, animal lover, and Taylor Swift fan.
Since graduating from Muhlenberg College, she has reported on a wide range of topics at media outlets including Mashable, Romper, Reductress, and across 10 Condé Nast brands. She has been part of the Green Matters team since 2019, where she currently serves as Executive Editor. At Green Matters, Sophie covers all things sustainability, climate change, and environmental justice; she also manages the Green Matters Instagram, newsletter, and more.
Sophie is passionate about treating the planet well, and she loves getting to write about her favorite topics every day for the Green Matters audience. After work, you can find her thrifting, baking, or trying a new vegan restaurant.
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We rounded up 11 of our favorite eco celebrities and famous families out there, all of whom use their voices to advocate for the planet in different ways.
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'Milked,' a new documentary out of New Zealand, gives viewers a non-graphic look into the truth behind the dairy industry.
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Is Starbucks getting rid of cups? Is the coffee chain's latest announcement a legitimate commitment to reducing cup waste, or is it just greenwashing?
Our Favorite Sustainable Glasses, Plus How to Recycle Old Eyeglasses
Sustainable glasses companies keep cropping up, offering prescription frames, readers, blue-light glasses, and sunglasses that will keep your eyes protected while respecting the Earth.
Our Favorite Vegan Leather Jackets for a Cruelty-Free Fashion Moment
If you are vegan, or otherwise avoid buying or wearing animal products, investing in a high-quality vegan leather jacket may be a worthwhile purchase.
How the Fossil Fuel Industry Is Responsible for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Missing and murdered Indigenous women across the U.S. is a serious and often overlooked issue. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez drew attention to this in a recent hearing.
Why the Russia-Ukraine Conflict Is Raising Oil Prices, Explained Simply
Has the Russia-Ukraine conflict caused the highest oil prices ever?
Eco-Friendly Claw Clips For a Trendy and Sustainable Updo
One brand's eco-friendly claw clips went viral on TikTok recently — here are a few options for sustainable claw clips and other hair accessories.
These Sustainable, Circular Fashion Companies Offer Their Own Recycling Programs
These sustainable and circular fashion companies have their own recycling programs.
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UN Climate Change Report Is "An Atlas of Human Suffering," With Bleakest Prognosis Yet
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Where SCOTUS Nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson Stands on Climate Issues
Where does Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson stand on climate change issues?
Russia-Ukraine Conflict Is a Stark Reminder of the Military’s Impact on Climate Change
Here are the basics on the military and climate change, as well as a look into the steadily rising gas prices as a result of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
How to Help Trans Kids in Texas: Where to Donate, Send Letters, and More
Now is a great time to support organizations working to protect and support trans and non-binary youth in Texas.
How Food Co-Ops Work to Save You Money, Reduce Waste, and Build Community
Food co-ops are a great place to shop for zero-waste, local, and healthy foods, get involved in your community, and so much more.
Guinness Beer Could Soon Be Made With Regeneratively-Grown Barley
Guinness just announced a new regenerative agriculture pilot program that the brand believes will be one of Ireland’s most ambitious agriculture programs in history.
Outdoor Afro’s COO on Inspiring Black Joy in Nature, Celebrating the Planet, and More (Exclusive)
Outdoor Afro works “to create and inspire Black connections and leadership in nature,” as COO Joseph Mouzon tells Green Matters.
How to Make a Sustainable Margarita on National Margarita Day
It’s National Margarita Day! If you’re an eco-conscious fan of margs, you’ll be delighted to know that there are so many easy ways to make an eco-friendly margarita.
A Restaurant Accidentally Spilled 50,000 Gallons of Sewage Into Newport Beach's Waters
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The Ultimate Guide to Recycling Guitar Strings, Woodwind Reeds, and More
Keep reading for our guide on how to recycle guitar strings, orchestral strings, woodwind reeds, and more.
'Bad Vegan' Docuseries Is the True Crime Story of a Famous Restauranteur's Downfall
'Bad Vegan,' a documentary series heading to Netflix, is actually a true crime docuseries about restaurateur Sarma Melngailis, also known as the vegan Bernie Madoff.
What You Need to Know About the Potential Avocado Shortage in the U.S.
Due to a new, temporary ban on avocado imports from Mexico, the U.S. might be on the precipice of an avocado shortage.
U.S. Government Will No Longer Consider Race In Fight for Environmental Justice
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6 Super Bowl Commercials That Highlighted Sustainability
Check out six of our favorite Super Bowl ads from 2022, each of which hopefully inspired viewers to consider sustainability.
Why You Won't See Any Single-Use Plastic in 'Marry Me,' the New J.Lo Movie
The movie 'Marry Me' doesn’t show any single-use plastic on-screen, instead intentionally opting for reusables.
How to Host Galentine’s Day, Sustainably
When is Galentine’s Day 2022? Here are all the details on this year’s holiday, plus a few tips on how to host Galentine’s Day, sustainably.
Memphis Zoo Responds to Billie Eilish-Backed Campaign to Free Two Senior Pandas
Billie Eilish recently voiced her support of a campaign to free two pandas from the Memphis Zoo, and the zoo has finally replied.
Mask Mandates Are Not Causing Litter — The System Is
A new study frames mask mandates as the cause of increased PPE litter — but it's the system that's at fault.
Michael Regan Is Leading the EPA "Through the Lens of Environmental Justice"
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The Ultimate Guide to Vegan-Friendly Musical Instruments
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Environmentalist Characters Are Always the Punchline on Sitcoms, and It's Time to Change That
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To learn more about Slutty Vegan's founder Pinky Cole, we interviewed her for our “Green Routine” series.
Men Care About Sustainable Living, Too — Just Look at These Influencers and Activists
Something that may help the men in your life level up is encouraging them to follow male sustainability influencers.
Sure, We Can Keep Fossil Fuels… If We End This One Other Industry
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Is Tom Brady Vegan? What We Know About the Newly-Retired Athlete's Diet
People have wondered about Tom Brady’s diet for years now, and if Tom Brady is vegan, vegetarian, or something else entirely.
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Follow These Black Outdoor Activists and the Organizations They Founded
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These Black-Owned Clothing Brands Are All About Sustainable, Secondhand, and Ethical Fashion
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Vegan fans of 'The Great British Bake Off' were thrilled when vegan baker Freya Cox joined the cast of the most recent season.
Native Tribes Reunited With Redwood Forest That Was Stolen During California Genocide
One 523-acre stretch of a Californian redwood forest has been returned to the tribes that once inhabited it.
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