Big Impact

When is the next Starship launch? Although SpaceX intended to launch its spacecraft on April 17, it wasn't able to make its journey.

What is Netflix's 'Chimp Empire' about? Director James Reed spoke with Green Matters about how the docuseries highlights the Ngogo tribe.

Does El Niño cause more hurricanes, or fewer? With La Niña coming to an end and El Niño starting up again, communities are looking to prepare accordingly.

Interactive experiences can be a great way to foster a kid’s love for the planet. Try out these awesome Earth Day science experiments.

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch has grown so much, and it's become such a permanent entity, that it now has its own flourishing ecosystem... joy.

We spoke to environmental historian and attorney, Lowell E. Baier, about his 58-year career in environmental law. Here's what he had to say.

Does fracking cause sinkholes — and can they be repaired? Residents of Daisetta, Texas are concerned after several structures were swallowed.

There are plenty of Earth Day volunteer opportunities and trash cleanups in honor of the 2023 holiday.

Ashley DiFelice left the animals of Twist of Fate Farm and Sanctuary to starve to death. We spoke with the woman who discovered this neglect.

These Earth Day documentaries are the perfect way to get out of your head and get filled in on the problems our planet is currently facing.

All over the world, people are coming together to celebrate Earth Day in their own unique ways.

Joe Exotic is likely celebrating from his prison cell, over the news that Carole Baskin's Big Cat Rescue in Florida is officially closing its doors.

Ecological restoration, the process of recovering a damaged ecosystem, is an important and necessary part of protecting our environment.

Electronic recycling is so important — luckily, there are plenty of options for giving your old technology new life.

Nuclear energy causes pollution — but in a different way than other energy sources.

Why is it raining so much in California? The answer: Atmospheric rivers.

Celebrating Earth Day isn't exclusive to April 22, so here are a few poster ideas for your next classroom lesson or environmental protest.

The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is considered a highly biodiverse site, but it may be in danger with an upcoming mining project.

What is seasonal affective disorder? Mood changes are often linked to the darker, shorter days of winter, which is commonly referred to as SAD.

A study on the fish of Chernobyl, including the giant Wels catfish, offers another clue in understanding the long-term effects of radiation exposure.

Earth Day is on April 22, and in addition to advocating for the planet, we're honoring Mother Nature with planet Earth-focused memes you’ll love.

Here are a few tips for keeping your Passover seder as eco-friendly as possible.

If you're looking to show your appreciation for Mother Earth this Earth Day, we've come up with some solid Instagram captions to augment your feed.

Oil prices were dropping for a while — but suddenly, they have sharply risen, in response to OPEC+ cutting its daily oil production by 1.66 million barrels.

Hurricane season is closer than you think, and in case you need a reminder of how important it is to prepare, here's a look at storms from years past.

What does it mean to be climate disadvantaged? Several NYC neighborhoods have been identified as such, and will receive climate funds.

Lamborghini has discontinued its gas-only cars and just released its first hybrid vehicle, .

After seeing an Instagram post about an abandoned dog, New Yorker Heather Hamm rescued the sweet puppy, and has taken her home.

Iceland is using geothermal energy to heat up the country in a way that's safe for the environment, and uses resources already available to do it.

A train has derailed in Wyndmere, North Dakota, spilling dangerous materials in the rural area.

Discover how the dogs of Chernobyl are revolutionizing our understanding of radiation exposure in this shocking and informative article!

Even though solar engineering could ultimately save us from climate change, countries such as Mexico have banned it entirely.

What caused the pollution in the Ganges River? Though it's one of the most polluted rivers in the world, millions source their water from it.

After a chemical spill took place in Philadelphia, authorities are monitoring for water contamination.

Ocean currents are changing, which means weather could look different, too.

Here’s everything you need to know about green funerals, from eco-friendly burial methods to celebrations.

Florida has welcomed a new species of mosquito, called the Culex lactator — which not only continues a worrying trend — but also could carry disease.

The Nutr Machine, which was on 'Shark Tank' in early 2023, is all about reducing waste and providing customers with healthy non-dairy milk.

What is a ghost lake? The state of California is home to a lake that dried up 80 years ago, but recently came back to life with recent rainfall.

Is the Chernobyl mutant spider just an urban legend, or is radiation exposure at the Chernobyl nuclear plant causing mutations in insects?