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Green Matters caught up the founder of Marley's Mutts Rescue Ranch, on their program that has incarcerated people training rescue dogs so they can get adopted.

The Tokyo Olympics have a number of sustainability initiatives.

Exxon has denied climate change for decades, but the company knew the damage it was causing all along.

Some wildlife rehabilitation facilities use bra clasps to help mend broken turtle shells.

Friday, July 2, marks Pollution Independence Day, a day of climate action organized by a coalition of environmental groups.

ETM Flint was founded to advance environmental justice in Flint and fight the water crisis’ lingering effects.

Several Western U.S. states have banned fireworks for July 4, in an attempt to prevent wildfires across the state.

Who are Jeffrey Walter and Jonetta Nordberg-Walter? The couple, who recently bought Joshua Tree property, was fined for destroying native vegetation.

Netflix’s ‘Big Timber’ uncovers the extraordinary lives of the people who make a living in Vancouver Island’s logging industry.

Sea snot is a disgusting new issue affecting our planet’s oceans, but why is this slimy substance such a problem?

These five world-famous tennis players have opted to follow a healthy and environmentally-conscious vegan diet.

A few days after the Surfside, Fla. tragedy, experts are now saying that climate change may have played a role in the Miami condo's collapse.

Lucy Hale recently caught up with us to share her “Green Routine,” dish on her upcoming film, and more.

Rachel Bilson recently caught up with Green Matters to share her "Green Routine" and dish on her new podcast, 'Welcome to the O.C. Bitches.'

A new U.K. law will prevent zoos from keeping elephants in captivity.

Sutton Foster, legendary Broadway actress and master crafter, recently shared her Green Routine with Green Matters.

After living underground for 17 years, cicadas are starting to emerge once again — but what do these formerly subterranean insects do when it rains?

The International Olympic Committee has announced plans to plant an Olympic Forest across Mali and Senegal, as part of the Great Green Wall initiative.

Lego has revealed a recycled plastic Lego brick prototype, which could help reduce the company's plastic output.

Oregon’s Governor Kate Brown has signed HB 2574 into law, which permits funeral homes to compost human bodies via natural organic reduction.

Brightly just published a sustainability ranking of seven of the biggest American stores: including Aldi, Costco, Kroger, Target, Trader Joe’s, Walmart, and Whole Foods.

Droughts are ravaging the western half of the U.S. and many believe that climate change is the main culprit.

Many people know that cicadas only show up every 17 years, but how long do those cicadas stick around before they go away again?

Netflix’s 'Penguin Town' explores the effect of overfishing on the habitats of an endangered species of African penguin.

'Picture a Scientist' on Netflix challenges gender issues in the science community — here's a look into the three women scientists that star in the documentary.

Wishcycling might sound innocuous, even lighthearted, but its existence is actually quite damaging to the whole recycling process.

Celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg shared her Green Routine with Green Matters while promoting her partnership with Excedrin.

It's crucial to make sure you aren't over-watering your grass for the sake of your community and the environment — here's how much water it really needs.

Bees have amazing defenses and adaptations, but why do they die after stinging?

Khloé Kardashian rant about single-use water bottles went viral for all the wrong reasons.

In honor of World Ocean Day 2021, Philippe and Ashlan Cousteau are sharing their top tips for celebrating the ocean at home.

Green Matters caught up with 15-year-old Netflix star, Symera Jackson, on her "Green Routine," in which she detailed her sustainable lifestyle.

World Oceans Day is coming up on June 8, and we're getting ready to celebrate by raising awareness for serious issues the ocean faces regularly.

Are solar storms dangerous to humans? Or are they just part of the sun’s natural process? Here's what scientists know about the natural phenomena.

We tend to lay the responsibility for climate change at our own feet, but many believe that climate change would have eventually happened even without our help.

Pride merch is best when bought from a sustainable, LGBTQ+-owned, small business.

National Trails Day falls on Saturday, June 5, so we spoke with a wide range of hikers across the country to hear their best hiking tips and advice.

Our environment can affect many aspects of our lives, but can the environment change our DNA?

If you have allergies, pollen season can be an irritating, annual ordeal, but how long does it last?

'Vanderpump Dogs' is coming soon — and Dan Babic, whose episode chronicles the story of Babic adopting his rescue dog, spoke with Green Matters about the show.