Earth Day

It's Giving... Plastic-Free Plugging: In Conversation With Eco-Period Care Pioneer Susie Hewson (Exclusive)
"Eco-warrior, pioneer, and disrupter" Susie Hewson introduced the world to natural, organic, plastic-free tampons back in 1989, and she's not done campaigning for what's right.
By Bianca PiazzaApril 26 2024, Published 8:00 a.m. ET
It's Giving... Chef's Kiss: How Chef Priyanka Naik Makes Food From Waste (Exclusive)
Mango skin, watermelon rinds, carrot tops... none of this is waste to Chef Priyanka Naik! The vegan chef speaks exclusively with Green Matters about her low-waste cooking style!
By Sophie HirshApril 26 2024, Published 7:00 a.m. ET

It's Giving... Fun With Fungi: A Mycologist Reveals Amazing Developments in the Magical World of Mushrooms (Exclusive)
Mycologist Giuliana Furci spoke exclusively with Green Matters to talk all things fungi, including their many uses and surprising facts.
By Anna GarrisonApril 25 2024, Published 1:00 p.m. ET
It's Giving... Growth: Sustainable Gardening Influencers on Their Eye-Opening Growing Journeys (Exclusive)
In an e-interviews with Green Matters, sustainable gardening influencers Kevin Espiritu, Sabrina Pare, Angelique Taylor, and Kip Ritchey discuss their growing journeys.
By Bianca PiazzaApril 25 2024, Published 1:00 p.m. ET
It’s Giving... Greta: Gen Z Climate Activists Who Are Steering the Future (Exclusive)
When it comes to the fight against climate change, these these young climate activists who are paving the way for a greener future.
By Eva HaganApril 25 2024, Published 7:00 a.m. ET
It's Giving... Reduce and Reuse: Secondhand Clothing Is Trendier and More Sustainable Than Ever (Exclusive)
Green Matters spoke exclusively with representatives from Poshmark to discuss why secondhand clothing is more sustainable and trendier than ever!
By Anna GarrisonApril 24 2024, Published 1:00 p.m. ET
It's Giving... Motherquake: These Mama Bear Environmentalists Did Not Come to Play (Exclusive)
In an exclusive interview with Green Matters, environmentalist mamas from Moms Clean Air Force and Mothers Out Front got real about the power of a mother's voice.
By Bianca PiazzaApril 24 2024, Published 11:01 a.m. ET
How Marketing Made Bottled Water the Norm — and How We Can Change It
In her book 'Imperfect Environmentalist,' Sheila M. Morovati exposes how marketing made harmful single-use plastic water bottles fashionable.
By Sheila M. MorovatiApril 24 2024, Published 8:00 a.m. ET
It's Giving... Fast Fashion Flop: These Earth Day Protesters Would "Rather Be Naked Than Wear SHEIN" (Exclusive)
Green Matters spoke exclusively with activist Lexy Silverstein to discuss the Shein protest and why fast fashion needs to end.
By Anna GarrisonApril 23 2024, Published 12:24 p.m. ET
“It’s Time to Change the Life We Lead” — The Ultimate Guide to the Lorax's Best Quotes
We love these inspirational quotes from 'The Lorax,' a famous Dr. Seuss work that has inspired children and adults alike to protect the planet.
By Jamie BichelmanApril 23 2024, Published 11:28 a.m. ET
It's Giving... 'Next Level Chef': Why This Reality Contestant Loves Plant-Based Cooking (Exclusive)
In an interview with Green Matters, 'Next Level Chef' Season 3 contestant Gabrielle Chappel discussed her plant-based cooking journey and appreciation for local sourcing.
By Bianca PiazzaApril 23 2024, Published 9:00 a.m. ET
It's Giving... Eco Genius: Spotify's Top Audiobook Picks For Earth Day (Exclusive)
Want to read more about the planet but feel like you don't have the time? Audiobooks are the answer, and here's a list to get you going.
By Eva HaganApril 23 2024, Published 7:00 a.m. ET
6 Climate Activists of Color to Add to Your Feed
These uber active climate activists keep their work intersectional. Follow them online to learn more about what they're doing to help the planet.
By Lauren WellbankApril 22 2024, Updated 5:00 p.m. ET
8 Amazing Earth Day Freebies and Deals You Don’t Want to Miss Out on in 2024
For Earth Day 2024, you can get all sorts of free stuff, as well as discounts and deals from certain sustainable brands. Keep reading for more details.
By Rayna SkiverApril 22 2024, Published 4:48 p.m. ET
Arbor Day vs. Earth Day: Decoding These Two April Environmental Holidays
You probably know what Earth Day is, but what about Arbor Day? This holiday for the trees happens around the same time as Earth Day each year.
By Eva HaganApril 22 2024, Published 1:09 p.m. ET
Passover and Earth Day Converge: Jewish Climate Activists Share What This Means to Them (Exclusive)
Passover and Earth Day coincide this year, so we spoke to four Jewish leaders and climate activists to learn what this means to them.
By Jamie BichelmanApril 22 2024, Published 12:08 p.m. ET
Google Doodle Features Stunning Aerial Photos From Around the World for Earth Day 2024
Google Doodle celebrates Earth Day 2024 by sharing photos of the world's natural beauty, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts.
By Lauren WellbankApril 22 2024, Published 11:42 a.m. ET
It's Giving... Climate Justice: Exploring Environmental Racism in the First Town Founded by the Formerly Enslaved (Exclusive)
In Resita Cox's doc 'Freedom Hill,' environmental racism in Princeville, N.C., is exposed. Green Matters spoke with the director about what she learned while filming.
By Bianca PiazzaApril 22 2024, Published 11:06 a.m. ET
25 Earth Day Jokes and Stand-Up Bits to Literally Rock Your World
Here are 25 jokes for Earth Day that will make any adult or child with an eye for the environment giggle.
By Jamie LernerApril 22 2024, Updated 9:11 a.m. ET
It's Giving... Responsible Capitalism: Using Our Wallets to Make a Statement
Does responsible capitalism exist? Let's question the contradictory nature of the term, attempt to define it, and aim to engage with it for the sake of our planet.
By Bianca PiazzaApril 22 2024, Published 8:00 a.m. ET
20 Earth Day Writing Prompts to Help Students and Adults Flex Their Creative Muscles
We've put together 20 Earth Day writing prompts to help students and adults reflect on the environment and their impact on it.
By Elissa NoblittApril 19 2024, Updated 10:23 a.m. ET
Celebrate Earth Day With These Informative Documentaries That You Can Stream
From information on how our planet has been impacted by climate change to the beauty of national parks, here's what to watch to celebrate Earth Day.
By Gabrielle BernardiniApril 19 2024, Updated 10:10 a.m. ET
Celebrate Our Planet With These Tasty Earth Day Snacks
Celebrate Earth Day every April with tasty snacks that are not only delicious, but plant-based! Your body (and the Earth) will thank you.
By Rayna SkiverApril 19 2024, Updated 10:01 a.m. ET
Earth Day Projects for Preschool Kids, to Teach the Importance of Sustainability
If you want to teach your preschool kids about sustainability, check out these six projects that the whole family can enjoy on Earth Day.
By Lizzy RosenbergApril 19 2024, Updated 9:49 a.m. ET
Earth Day Facts For Kids, For Some Next-Level Trivia
Earth Day happens every year, but if you need a way to talk about this impactful holiday with your kids, check out these five facts.
By Leila KozmaApril 19 2024, Updated 9:21 a.m. ET
Earth Day Trivia and Fun Facts for Students of All Ages
Earth Day trivia questions about the history of the holiday, the planet's natural resources, and more are handy tools for teaching.
By Sophie HirshApril 19 2024, Updated 9:09 a.m. ET
Kindergarten Earth Day Activities to Spark Some Environmental Appreciation
If you are looking for a way to engage your students this Earth Day, we have a list of fun crafts, activities, and lesson plans that promote eco-consciousnesses.
By Eva HaganApril 18 2024, Published 4:26 p.m. ET
Eco-Friendly Earth Day Crafts You Can Make With Your Toddler or Preschooler
Here are 6 crafts you and your toddler or preschooler can make for Earth Day — using recycled and upcycled things from around the house.
By Lauren WellbankApril 16 2024, Published 2:52 p.m. ET
Earth Day Hashtags to Boost Your Posts Across Social Media
This Earth Day can be even better with the right hashtags. Use these and others to start a movement in your own backyard and get everyone involved.
By Kori WilliamsApril 16 2024, Published 12:57 p.m. ET
5 Earth Day Volunteer Ideas: How to Celebrate and Honor Mother Earth
Volunteering is a feel-good way to help the planet, and those in need. Here are some productive ideas to make your Earth Day a fulfilling one.
By Jamie BichelmanApril 16 2024, Published 8:00 a.m. ET
6 Fun and Educational Earth Day Activities for Middle and High School Students
From writing prompts to learning about invasive species, here are 6 Earth Day activities for tweens and teens.
By Lauren WellbankApril 15 2024, Published 3:12 p.m. ET
What Are the Plans for Earth Day 2025? Here’s Everything We Know so Far
Earth Day in 2025 will likely be focused on another pressing environmental concern, like 2024's "Planet vs. Plastics," theme. Here's what we know.
By Eva HaganApril 15 2024, Published 2:00 p.m. ET
Poems for Earth Day: Words to Appreciate the Wonders of Nature
It's easy to recognize the beauty of the planet, but these poems take appreciating nature to a whole new level. Here are some Earth day poems.
By Eva HaganApril 15 2024, Published 1:43 p.m. ET
From Teach-Ins to "Techno Striking": How the Environmental Movement Has Evolved Since the First Earth Day (Exclusive)
Climate change protests have evolved immensely since the start of the environmental movement.
By Sophie HirshApril 22 2023, Published 6:00 a.m. ET
What Is “Cop City”? It Has Spawned a National Fight to Protect Southeast Atlanta's Forest
Nicknamed "Cop City" by opponents, the construction of the $90 million Atlanta Public Safety Training Center has sparked controversy and nationwide outcry.
By Bianca PiazzaApril 21 2023, Updated 2:53 p.m. ET
Nalgene’s Rich History Spans Across Several Earth Days (Exclusive)
For Earth Week, we spoke with Eric Hansen, the Marketing Director of Nalgene Outdoor, on the historic origins of the company.
By Lizzy RosenbergApril 21 2023, Published 9:00 a.m. ET
Cheers to Mother Earth, With These Earth Day Cocktails
Celebrating Earth Day? Try making these Earth Day cocktails. Cheers!
By Lizzy RosenbergApril 20 2023, Published 3:59 p.m. ET
Earth Day 2023: Why President Kathleen Rogers Believes the Holiday “Is a Chance to Become an Environmentalist” (Exclusive)
In honor of Earth Day 2023, we spoke with Kathleen Rogers, a former environmental lawyer and the current President of EarthDay.org.
By Sophie HirshApril 20 2023, Published 11:53 a.m. ET
GreenLatinos Wants You to Keep Your Environmental Activism Intersectional (Exclusive)
Green Matters spoke with GreenLatinos, a U.S. nonprofit made up of Latino leaders, who are constantly working to address environmental justice issues.
By Lizzy RosenbergApril 19 2023, Published 12:09 p.m. ET
Taking Learning to the Next Level With These Fun Earth Day Science Experiments
Interactive experiences can be a great way to foster a kid’s love for the planet. Try out these awesome Earth Day science experiments.
By Rayna SkiverApril 18 2023, Published 4:35 p.m. ET
These Five Artists Are Confronting the Climate Crisis With Climate Change Art
Through anything from watercolor to printmaking, artists are using climate change art to address the climate crisis as well as other major issues.
By Eva HaganApril 18 2023, Updated 11:17 a.m. ET
What Have We Done to Earth Day? (Opinion)
Greenwashing on Earth Day has diluted the meaning of the holiday.
By Sophie HirshApril 17 2023, Published 12:23 p.m. ET
An Environmental Historian and Attorney's Legacy in Conservation and Environmental Law
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.
By Lizzy RosenbergApril 17 2023, Published 9:39 a.m. ET
Trash Cleanup Volunteer Opportunities for Earth Day, All Across the U.S.
There are plenty of Earth Day volunteer opportunities and trash cleanups in honor of the 2023 holiday.
By Green Matters StaffApril 13 2023, Updated 4:07 p.m. ET
8 Eco-Charged Documentaries to Inspire You This Earth Day
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.
By Andrew KrosofskyApril 13 2023, Updated 3:25 p.m. ET
7 Earth Day Celebrations From Around the World
All over the world, people are coming together to celebrate Earth Day in their own unique ways.
By Andrew KrosofskyApril 13 2023, Updated 3:16 p.m. ET
Happy Earth Day to You! Here Are 18 Hilarious Puns to Share With Your Fellow Earth-Lovers
We all want some Earth Day puns to celebrate our planet, so here are our 18 favorite Earth Day puns to bring some laughs to Mother Earth’s big day.
By Jamie LernerApril 7 2023, Published 1:03 p.m. ET
Working on Earth Day? Here Are 5 Easy Ways to Celebrate in the Office
Earth Day 2023 is coming up, and if you’re going to be working, we have 5 easy ways for you to celebrate the holiday.
By Elissa NoblittApril 7 2023, Published 12:35 p.m. ET

Earth Day

It's Giving... Plastic-Free Plugging: In Conversation With Eco-Period Care Pioneer Susie Hewson (Exclusive)

It's Giving... Chef's Kiss: How Chef Priyanka Naik Makes Food From Waste (Exclusive)

It's Giving... Fun With Fungi: A Mycologist Reveals Amazing Developments in the Magical World of Mushrooms (Exclusive)

It's Giving... Growth: Sustainable Gardening Influencers on Their Eye-Opening Growing Journeys (Exclusive)

It’s Giving... Greta: Gen Z Climate Activists Who Are Steering the Future (Exclusive)

It's Giving... Reduce and Reuse: Secondhand Clothing Is Trendier and More Sustainable Than Ever (Exclusive)

It's Giving... Motherquake: These Mama Bear Environmentalists Did Not Come to Play (Exclusive)

How Marketing Made Bottled Water the Norm — and How We Can Change It

It's Giving... Fast Fashion Flop: These Earth Day Protesters Would "Rather Be Naked Than Wear SHEIN" (Exclusive)

“It’s Time to Change the Life We Lead” — The Ultimate Guide to the Lorax's Best Quotes

It's Giving... 'Next Level Chef': Why This Reality Contestant Loves Plant-Based Cooking (Exclusive)

It's Giving... Eco Genius: Spotify's Top Audiobook Picks For Earth Day (Exclusive)

6 Climate Activists of Color to Add to Your Feed

8 Amazing Earth Day Freebies and Deals You Don’t Want to Miss Out on in 2024

Arbor Day vs. Earth Day: Decoding These Two April Environmental Holidays

Passover and Earth Day Converge: Jewish Climate Activists Share What This Means to Them (Exclusive)

Google Doodle Features Stunning Aerial Photos From Around the World for Earth Day 2024

It's Giving... Climate Justice: Exploring Environmental Racism in the First Town Founded by the Formerly Enslaved (Exclusive)

25 Earth Day Jokes and Stand-Up Bits to Literally Rock Your World

It's Giving... Responsible Capitalism: Using Our Wallets to Make a Statement

20 Earth Day Writing Prompts to Help Students and Adults Flex Their Creative Muscles

Celebrate Earth Day With These Informative Documentaries That You Can Stream

Celebrate Our Planet With These Tasty Earth Day Snacks

Earth Day Projects for Preschool Kids, to Teach the Importance of Sustainability

Earth Day Facts For Kids, For Some Next-Level Trivia

Earth Day Trivia and Fun Facts for Students of All Ages

Kindergarten Earth Day Activities to Spark Some Environmental Appreciation

Eco-Friendly Earth Day Crafts You Can Make With Your Toddler or Preschooler

Earth Day Hashtags to Boost Your Posts Across Social Media

5 Earth Day Volunteer Ideas: How to Celebrate and Honor Mother Earth

6 Fun and Educational Earth Day Activities for Middle and High School Students

What Are the Plans for Earth Day 2025? Here’s Everything We Know so Far

Poems for Earth Day: Words to Appreciate the Wonders of Nature

From Teach-Ins to "Techno Striking": How the Environmental Movement Has Evolved Since the First Earth Day (Exclusive)

What Is “Cop City”? It Has Spawned a National Fight to Protect Southeast Atlanta's Forest

Nalgene’s Rich History Spans Across Several Earth Days (Exclusive)

Cheers to Mother Earth, With These Earth Day Cocktails

Earth Day 2023: Why President Kathleen Rogers Believes the Holiday “Is a Chance to Become an Environmentalist” (Exclusive)

GreenLatinos Wants You to Keep Your Environmental Activism Intersectional (Exclusive)

Taking Learning to the Next Level With These Fun Earth Day Science Experiments

These Five Artists Are Confronting the Climate Crisis With Climate Change Art

What Have We Done to Earth Day? (Opinion)

An Environmental Historian and Attorney's Legacy in Conservation and Environmental Law

Trash Cleanup Volunteer Opportunities for Earth Day, All Across the U.S.

8 Eco-Charged Documentaries to Inspire You This Earth Day

7 Earth Day Celebrations From Around the World

Happy Earth Day to You! Here Are 18 Hilarious Puns to Share With Your Fellow Earth-Lovers

Working on Earth Day? Here Are 5 Easy Ways to Celebrate in the Office