Burning Man Attendees Illegally Dumped Trash and Idled In 12 Hours of Traffic
Burning Man attendees pledge to "leave no trace," but the illegal dumping of trash proves otherwise.
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As Uvalde Students Return to School After May's Shooting, Comfort Dogs Are There to Ease the Transition (Exclusive)
Comfort dogs are on the scene in Uvalde, Texas schools this month, to help ease the stress of returning to school a few months after a mass shooting.
Climate Week NYC 2022 Will Present Comedy, Theater, Talks, and More
If you’re passionate about protecting the environment and you happen to live in or near New York, it’s time to get excited for Climate Week NYC 2022.
Four Endangered Giant Galápagos Tortoises Were Allegedly Poached for Meat
After four endangered giant Galápagos tortoises were found dead, Ecuadorian authorities fear they may have been illegally poached for meat.
Is Jackson, Mississippi Water Safe to Drink? The City Is Facing Another Water Crisis
Jackson, MS is experiencing a water crisis, leaving many wondering if Jackson, MS water is safe to drink.
Beloved Marine Mammal, the Dugong, “Functionally Extinct” in China
Although the dugong had roamed China's waters for many years, the beloved marine mammal has officially been deemed "functionally extinct."
What Are Floating Homes? These Houses Can Foster a Sustainable, Communal Lifestyle
Here's a look into floating homes, how they claim to be sustainable, and how to find floating homes for sale, in case this lifestyle floats your boat.
Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle Hatchlings Spotted for First Time in 75 Years
Kemp’s ridley sea turtles recently hatched in Louisiana’s Chandeleur Islands. This marks the first time the species has produced hatchlings in around 75 years.
The Extinct Tasmanian Tiger Is Being Brought Back From the Dead
When did the Tasmanian tiger go extinct? Although the species has been extinct from years, scientists are now trying to bring the species back.
How This Queer WOC-Founded App Is Promoting Accessibility and Diversity in the Outdoors (Exclusive)
We recently caught up with Breanne Acio, founder and CEO of Sēkr, an app that promotes diversity and accessibility in the outdoors.
World Elephant Day 2022: How to Celebrate the Holiday on Its 10th Anniversary
World Elephant Day is celebrated in August every year, to honor the Endangered species.
Pattie Gonia Is the Intersectional Environmentalist Drag Queen Making a Difference (Exclusive)
Pattie Gonia, our favorite environmentalist drag queen, shares their Green Routine with us!
How Mutual Aid Groups Directly Support Communities by Filling in the Government's Gaps
Mutual aid groups help build community ties, make up where the government's lacking, and more.
Join Zac Efron in Celebrating World Nature Conservation Day
Protecting our planet’s natural resources should be a priority every single day — but most of all, on World Nature Conservation Day.
Are You a Chocoholic? Seattle Chocolate Company CEO Talks Sustainability and Inclusivity (Exclusive)
In an exclusive interview with 'Green Matters,' Jean Thompson of the Seattle Chocolate Company talked the importance of sustainability, ethical sourcing, and inclusivity.
Car Tire Dust Is a Major Source of Microplastics, and It’s Killing Marine Life
Drivers beware: car tire particles contain something that prevents them from breaking down — which is polluting waterways and killing the coho salmon.
Vegan Musicians With Killer Songs About the Vegan Lifestyle
There is plenty of vegan music out there these days.
Weak Infrastructure and Inclement Weather Created Bronx Sinkhole, Reports Say
New Yorkers were seriously shocked when a sinkhole swallowed a mini van in the Bronx — but what caused this shocking event?
After Thousands of Years, Wild Bison Return to the U.K. to Repair Land
In an effort to sustainably manage woodland in Kent, U.K., wild bison have been reintroduced to their natural habitat.
How to Celebrate World Chimpanzee Day, Which Honors Jane Goodall's Discoveries
World Chimpanzee Day is celebrated every July 14, in honor of Jane Goodall's discoveries.
Tesla Is in Hot Water After Underreporting Environmental Data
What is Tesla's 2022 controversy about? Environmentalists are furious with the sustainable car company 2022 for underreporting environmental data.
The Most Sustainable Cities Across the Globe
These sustainable cities and communities are welcoming places to live around the world.
Who Killed Dom Phillips and Bruno Araújo Pereira? The Men Were Murdered in the Amazon
Who killed Dom Phillips and Bruno Araújo Pereira, and why would someone do so?
Lauren Conrad on Her Nonprofit, Shopping Consciously, and Living Sustainably (Exclusive)
Lauren Conrad spoke with 'Green Matters' about her nonprofit The Little Market, plant-based swaps, and more.
Filming Disney+’s ‘America The Beautiful’ Was Bittersweet (Exclusive)
Although filming 'America the Beautiful' was a fulfilling journey, cinematographer Greg Wilson tells us what it was like filming the effects of climate change.
For Years, Cleveland Residents Thought They Were Recycling — Now They Actually Can
For years, the residents of Cleveland, Ohio thought they were recycling, when it was really going to landfill. Now the city is debuting a new program.
The EPA Has Lowered the “Healthy” Levels of Forever Chemicals in Drinking Water
Although PFAS, or forever chemicals, are incredibly ubiquitous, the EPA says the "healthy limit" of consuming them is lower than previously thought.
Why Almeta Cooper and Moms Clean Air Force Are Encouraging Parents to Fight Climate Change (Exclusive)
We sat down with Almeta Cooper, the National Manager for Health Equity for to join Moms Clean Air Force, to learn more about the organization's work.
Biden’s Protecting Our Kids Act Will Hopefully Combat Gun Violence
What is Biden's Protecting Our Kids Act? This is the Biden Administration's latest effort to combat gun violence, following the Uvalde shooting.
AOC Says Using "Latinx" Is PC — Here's What It Means, and Why Some Feel It's Controversial
What is Latinx? While many are comfortable with using the phrase, which refers to Latin American communities in the U.S., some find it controversial.
Goldman Environmental Prize 2022: Here Are the Seven Winners
The Goldman Environmental Prize 2022 winners have just been announced, honoring a total of seven people in six important categories.
Vegan Richa Releases Her Third Cookbook, Where She Let Her "Creativity Flow" (Exclusive)
Vegan Richa, a recipe creator by the real name of Richa Hingle, is celebrating the release of her third cookbook, which features Instant Pot recipes.
World Bee Day 2022: When It Is, Theme, How to Celebrate, and More
If you’re looking forward to celebrating bees and all they do for our planet this year, keep reading for the World Bee Day 2022 theme and more.
Ruby the Rescue Dog Passes Away, 2 Months After 'Rescued by Ruby' Premieres on Netflix
Ruby the rescue dog, who was the basis for the recent Netflix movie 'Rescued by Ruby,' has passed away at the age of 11.
Wind Turbines Are Being Used to Grow Coral Reefs
How can wind turbines save coral reefs? In addition to being a cheap and clean source of renewable energy, they may foster a healthy growing environment.
How These Sustainable Theaters and Organizations Are Making the Industry Greener
The theater industry can be quite wasteful, and could seriously do with more sustainable theaters.
Planting Bioenergy Crops Is Less Sustainable Than Planting Trees, Study Says
What are bioenergy crops? According to a recent study, planting bioenergy crops instead of trees will do less to curb the ongoing climate crisis.
Here’s Why Some Communities Are Doing "No Mow May"
Why are some communities doing 'No Mow May'? To celebrate spring and to give pollinators a place to pollinate, people aren't mowing their lawn.
Produced by Kate Mara, 'The Smell of Money' Doc Highlights Environmental Racism of the Pig Industry
The new documentary 'The Smell of Money' exposes eastern North Carolina's pig industry and how it is hurting people.
U.K. Water Companies Discharged Scary Amounts of Raw Sewage Into Water in 2021
Raw sewage was released into English bathing waters about 25,000 times in 2021 alone. In fact, the situation is so bad that someone actually created a sewage discharge map of the U.K.
Sea Turtle Nesting Season Is Upon Us — Here’s What You Should Know
Right now happens to be nesting season for sea turtles in the Carolinas and in Florida — here's what you should know about
Here’s How Noise Pollution Affects the Environment
Although noise pollution doesn't involve actual pollutants, its environmental impact is shockingly high.
'Youth v Gov' Documentary, About Youth-Led Climate Lawsuit, Is Coming to Netflix
The newest documentary coming to Netflix is 'Youth v Gov,' about the 'Juliana v. The United States of America' lawsuit and the youth involved in it.
How 22-Year-Old Climate Activist Maya Penn Stays Motivated Amidst Eco-Anxiety (Exclusive)
If you are looking for some inspiration and motivation within the climate movement, look no further than Maya Penn.
Devishi Jha, Harvard Student and Sustainability Entrepreneur, Shares Her Climate Activism Advice (Exclusive)
We spoke with sustainability entrepreneur and Harvard student Devishi Jha about climate activism, ethical business, and more, in honor of Earth Day.
Kinari Webb of Health in Harmony Talks Saving the Rainforest and Earth Day Plans (Exclusive)
We spoke with Kinari Webb of Health in Harmony, a nonprofit organization that dedicates money and time to protecting our planet's rainforests.
How TikTok's @SustainableCherub Went From Shopping Addict to Sustainable Fashion Educator (Exclusive)
Sustainable fashion educator Taylor Bright, aka @sustainablecherub on TikTok, shares her sustainability journey with us in honor of Earth Day.
A Lifelong Soybean Farmer Shares Sustainable Farming Techniques For Earth Day (Exclusive)
We spoke with soybean farmer and agtech professional, Tony Mellenthin, about sustainable farming techniques, and his upcoming plans for Earth Day.
Lisa Apfelberg of Jewish Veg on the Intersections Between Judaism, Environmentalism, and "Ethical Eating" (Exclusive)
Jewish Veg aims to bring the Jewish and vegan communities together, director Lisa Apfelberg tells us exclusively.
Cooking Is More Pollutive Than We Thought — Here’s Why
What is the environmental impact of cooking? Depending on how you're cooking your food, you may be releasing aerosols into the atmosphere.
