Most Wildfires Are Caused by These Human Activities
Wildfires are often caused by human foolishness, but what other natural phenomena can contribute to their severity?
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Are Wildfires Considered Natural Disasters, or Are They Chiefly Caused By Humans?
Wildfires have become a dangerously common occurrence these days, but are these deadly tempests of flame natural disasters, or exclusively man-made?
Facts, Causes, and Worrying Trends Related to Wildfires
Wildfires have been growing in severity for the past few years, and since wildfire season is coming up, here are important facts used by experts.
Colorado to Become Second State to Legalize Human Composting
What is human composting? Colorado is about to legalize the process, which allows deceased humans to be composted rather than buried or cremated.
Will Greta Thunberg Go to College?
Will Greta Thunberg be attending college after taking a year off from high school to fight climate change?
Who Gives A Crap About Toilet Paper, Anyway? How This TP Company Is Doing Things Differently — Exclusive
Who Gives A Crap cofounder Danny Alexander tells us more about the sustainable toilet paper brand.
Scientists Believe the Earth Will Eventually Run Out of Oxygen — but When?
Scientists believe the earth will eventually run out of oxygen, but how long do they say we have until that happens?
This Company Is Turning Shipping Containers Into Sustainable Tiny Homes (Exclusive)
Shipping container company SG Blocks recently launched SG Home, a line of sustainable houses and tiny houses made from shipping containers.
How to See the Pink Supermoon Tonight
The Pink Moon, which is the first supermoon of the year, is going to light up the night sky tonight, on April 26, 2021.
Clean Up Your Daily Regime With Our Clean Skincare Guide
If you're looking to lower your environmental impact in all aspects of your life, our clean skincare guide for Earth Day will help clean up your routine.
‘My Octopus Teacher’ Sends Powerful Message About Protecting the Planet
'My Octopus Teacher' is nominated for the Oscar for Documentary Feature, and the film hopes to inspire viewers to fight climate change.
11 Books and Children's Books to Read for Earth Day
Books are a way of teaching people about the environment and a inspiring them to do something about the problems that it is currently facing.
Influencers in the Sustainability Space Share Their Earth Day Resolutions (Exclusive)
Influencers in the sustainability, low-impact, and eco-friendly space give Earth Day resolutions, to help inspire you to make some this year, too.
Hiking 101: What You Should Do If You Encounter a Bear
What should you if you encounter a bear during a hike? Although it isn't ideal, it can happen — so here's how to make sure you're completely prepared.
How to Make Your Environmental Activism More Intersectional (Exclusive)
In honor of Earth Day, we asked a few of the internet’s most inspiring intersectional environmental activists for their top advice on making one's climate activism more intersectional.
7 Environmental Charities to Donate to on Earth Day
Even if you cannot go out and do something for the environment yourself this Earth Day, you can always donate to some of the great charities that help protect our planet and its people.
Organizing a Community Cleanup? Here's What You'll Need to Do
Whether you're organizing a community cleanup for Earth Day, or if you're hoping to do so in the future, here's what you need to know beforehand.
Step Aside, Earth Day Gift Guides — Why You Should Celebrate By Not Buying Anything
Earth Day is one of my favorite holidays — but I’d sooner buy someone a gift for National Potato Chip Day than I would for Earth Day.
Alison Brie Wants You to Plant Trees With Her for Earth Day (Exclusive)
Alison Brie has partnered with the Planet Oat Project and One Tree Planted to plant trees in honor of Earth Day.
NYC's Climate Clock Shows How Much Time the Planet Has Left
The climate change clock seems like it’s counting us down to an environmental disaster, but is our time really running out?
Is There a Difference Between Soil and Dirt? Here's What Experts Say
There are stark differences between dirt and soil, scientists say, and it's absolutely crucial define them for the sake of our environment.
New Study Shows Daunting Health Effects of Living Near a Superfund Site
What are the health effects of living near superfund sites? Living near landfills that accept toxic materials and hazardous waste comes with a price.
Matchbox Commits to Greener Toy Cars, Packaging, and More by 2030
Matchbox cars are getting a green makeover in honor of Earth Day.
Did Climate Change Cause Dinosaurs to Go Extinct?
Is it possible that some ancient form of climate change caused the extinction of the dinosaurs?
What Are Autotrophs and Why Are They Important?
Autotrophs are a natural part of our living ecosystem, but what organisms are considered autotrophs?
How Does Climate Change Affect Human Health? Scientists Weigh In
Climate change has already begun to damage ecosystems all over the world, but how will it eventually affect human health?
Do You Still Count As Zero Waste If You Recycle?
Many new zero waste adopters still find themselves wondering, does recycling count as zero waste?
How to Watch the New 'Greta Thunberg: A Year to Change the World' Docuseries
Here's how to watch Greta Thunberg: A Year to Change the World, which features Thunberg sitting down in-person with David Attenborough for the first time.
What's Been Going on With Bears Ears National Monument? The Controversy, Explained
Bears Ears National Monument in Utah is considered sacred by Indigenous communities, but it's been threatened by oil companies for many years now.
Becoming Pattie Gonia, and Bringing Drag and Diversity to the Climate Movement (Exclusive)
Pattie Gonia uses their platform to bring drag and diversity to the outdoors and to the climate movement, and we recently interviewed the environmentalist drag queen.
How to Recycle Shoes: Sneakers, Slippers, Boots, and More
There are many ways to recycle old shoes, no matter the condition.
The Bronx's First Zero-Waste Shop Is Making the Lifestyle More Accessible (Exclusive)
The first Bronx-based zero-waste shop, EcoBronx, is raising money to make plastic-free living accessible in New York City's Bronx neighborhood.
Jane Fonda on How Civil Disobedience Can "Align Your Body With Your Deepest Values"
Jane Fonda opened up to Elle about Fire Drill Fridays, civil disobedience, and more.
“Give Seals Space,” New Campaign Urges Beachgoers As Lockdowns Lift
If you see seals on the beach, it's important not to disturb them, says a new campaign.
How to Safely Dispose of Used Antifreeze
Antifreeze is a useful but highly hazardous material, so it’s important to find the right places to take and dispose of it.
We Can Completely Revitalize the World’s Oceans by 2050, New Study Finds
Oceans could once again flourish in 2050 — if we make the effort.
7 Clean Hand Sanitizers With Safe and Natural Ingredients
Several major hand sanitizer brands tested for high levels of carcinogens — but these clean hand sanitizer brands boast all-natural ingredients.
Litter Pick-Up Committees: How to Get Involved in Your Community
Litter pick-up committees bridge the gap between municipal sanitation and eco-conscious volunteerism.
Here's What Natural Gas Actually Does to the Environment
Natural gas has been touted as a cleaner burning solution, but is it as bad for the environment as other fossil fuels? Here's what science says.
Here's What Will Happen If Natural Gas Is Completely Phased Out
Will natural gas eventually be phased out, and if so, what alternatives currently exist?
Formerly Homeless Man Moves Into the First 3D-Printed Tiny Home
A previously homeless man is the first person to live in a 3D-printed tiny house, built by ICON and New Story.
Is the Climate Crisis Getting Any Better?
Climate change is perhaps the biggest problem facing our environment today, but some experts believe that it might be getting better?
Does Following a Vegan Diet Make You Look Younger?
The vegan lifestyle is widely considered to be far healthier than eating meat, but does a plant-based diet make you look younger?
Exploring the Ethical Aspects of Sustainability
Sustainability is often touted as a moral imperative in terms of consumerism, but is it really an ethical issue?
Here's How Companion Planting Could Transform Your Garden
What is companion planting? This gardening technique, which involves planting "companion" plants with others, may actually help your garden flourish.
What Does Greta Thunberg Do in Her Spare Time?
She may seem like she enjoys protesting more than anything else, but what does someone like Greta Thunberg do for fun?
Does Greta Thunberg Have Selective Mutism?
Greta Thunberg might seem confident, but the environmental activist once had a form of selective mutism.
The Evolution of Greta Thunberg
How did Greta Thunberg go from quiet teenager to internationally famous climate activist? Here's a look at her past few years.
Sustainable Easter Baskets, Candy, Eggs, and More
If you're celebrating Easter this year, make sure to keep things sustainable with recyclable and biodegradable baskets, eggs, candy and more.
Farm Animals Can Be Self-Sufficient and Sustainable Backyard Gardeners
Some choose to keep farm animals in their backyards as sustainable and self-sufficient backyard gardeners, to fertilize and cut the grass naturally.
