Big Impact

Climate change is causing more frequent and destructive hailstorms, causing some to claim hail damage on their insurance.

If you aren't aware of what sea glass is, you likely have already seen it, enjoyed its beauty, and maybe even purchased an artistic piece at a market.

Most of us grow up hearing that ladybugs are good luck. But on a deeper, spiritual level, the presence of a ladybug holds special meaning.

Microplastics have now been discovered in all major organs, which includes the brain, prompting concerns from scientists.

Stay hydrated and healthy with a reusable water bottle by MiiR, Soma, and more conscious companies that are committed to sustainable practices.

Conservationists are taking matters into their own hands when it comes to rewilding England's beaver populations using a method called "beaver bombing."

A group of feminist climate protesters donned pink hats and created chants and signs using familiar Chappell Roan lyrics.

Forever chemicals have no place in your appliances, food, or environment. These gas grills have all the bells and whistles but none of the PFAS.

A woman climbed over a fence to stick her hand an enclosure holding a tiger while visiting the Cohanzick Zoo, nearly getting bit in the process.

The search engine makes lofty promises about protecting its users privacy. However, some experts question the authenticity of these claims.

The same sunscreen you apply daily to protect from sun damage could be doing more harm than good. Switch to these non-toxic, reef-safe sunscreens.

The Ealing Beaver Project says that two baby beavers, or kits, have been born in London for the first time in 400 years!

While policymakers are making strides towards limiting the inclusion of PFAS in certain products, so-called "forever chemicals" remain in many items.

For the next month or so, many of us will be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Perseid Meteor Shower — here's when you can watch it.

If you've purchased Clif Bars you may be intitled to a piece of the 12 million dollar settlement from the class action lawsuit.

In order to be sustainable, the concept of sustainable agriculture must be profitable, though many challenges present themselves along the way.

Those watching the women's portion of the 2024 Olympic games in Paris were treated to sight of a whale breaching in the distance.

Like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., many hunters will eat bear meat.

A toddler in Scotland was nearly killed after ingesting glycerol, an ingredient found in a Slush Puppie frozen drink.

Parting Stone founder Justin Crowe exclusively told 'Green Matters' about the environmental impact of scattering human ash remains and how they offer solutions.

Paris spent over a million dollars cleaning up the Seine ahead of the 2024 Olympics, but swimmers still had complaints about the famed river.

Research has found heavy metals — lead and cadmium — in dark chocolate made by a few popular brands.

Microdosing chocolates from Diamond Shruumz appear to be behind dozens of illnesses after undisclosed psychedelics were found in the candies.

What is coral bleaching? When coral expels algae, it turns white, but it is not dead — just severely stressed. Let's break down why coral bleaching is so bad.

Earth Overshoot Day is the date that experts calculate humanity's need for resources will outpace what the Earth can provide for that calendar year.

If you ever find an orphaned or injured turtle in need of rehabilitation, here are some of our favorite turtle rescues.

Natracare was the first brand to receive the U.K.'s "Fine to Flush" certification for its flushable wet wipes.

Heavy rainfall caused French officials to cancel triathlon training in the Seine over pollution concerns.

Orca whales near the Iberian Peninsula are sinking boats on purpose. Scientists say this may be a learned social behavior from one orca in particular.

Dark oxygen is the name for the oxygen produced in the depths of the ocean where no sunlight can reach.

After an explosive 2023, Canadian wildfires begin again in May 2024, causing haze across North America. Are the wildfires under control?

The Beyond Meat company is dropping a first-of-its-kind Beyond Sun Sausage, which the company says will offer customers a flavorful alternative to the traditional option.

You can take a class and get certified to become a storm chaser a few different ways, including through the National Weather Service.

A golf course may resemble a green oasis, but its environmental impact is pretty negative thanks to its use of pesticides, water waste, and more.

The body of what is believed to be a spade-toothed whale was removed from a New Zealand beach.

Experts warn of scams ahead of Amazon Prime's annual Prime Day sales.

What is an urban heat island? A 2021 study shows that the BIPOC community is disproportionately affected by heat waves hitting cities worldwide.

These baby wipes are made mostly with water and plant-based ingredients, and most are biodegradable.

Although many have been led to believe all dairy cows are gently milked by hand, the truth of industrial practices is far bleaker.

While sharks don’t have tongues like humans, they do have something similar. They use cartilage to complete a comparable function.