Lizzy Rosenberg
Managing EditorLizzy Rosenberg is an Ithaca College graduate, Green Matters' Managing Editor, a Catskills-based nature enthusiast, and a helicopter (dog) mom. When she isn't assigning, editing, and writing stories about the world's inevitable demise, she's hiking with her rescue pup, dancing at a concert, teaching ski lessons, or planning her next trip.
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Does the face yoga method work? Although it sounds silly, we spoke to an expert who weighed in on the health trend that supposedly prevents wrinkles.Here's Why So Many Dead Bodies Have Been Found In Lake Mead
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The Kentucky Derby has been celebrated for many years — but is the annual event actually cruel to horses? How many horse deaths have there been?The Kentucky Derby Has a Dark History of Horse Abuse
Although the Kentucky Derby is a widely celebrated holiday in the U.S., it unsurprisingly has a very dark and extensive history of horse abuse.Vegan Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas to Show Mom How Much You Love Her
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Why are people on TikTok and YouTube drinking lemon coffee? Reportedly, it helps you lose weight, but we spoke to nutrition experts on how, why, and if it's safe.Yosemite National Park Experiences Mass Closures, Due to Ongoing Floods
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While hiking boots, water supply, and a sense of direction are crucial for a long hike, securing comfortable, temperature-regulating hiking socks is super important.The 2023 Winners of the Goldman Environmental Prize Will Go Down in History
On Monday, April 24, the winners of the Goldman Environmental Prize were announced, rewarding some of the top grassroots environmental activists.Many Blue Holes Have Been Discovered in the Ocean — but What Are They, Really?
What is a blue hole in the ocean? Many have been discovered around the world, with the most recent found just off the coast of Mexico's Yucatan.Is Everlane a Good Brand? The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Is Everlane a good brand? It's important to ask if companies like these are actually sustainable, or if we are being greenwashed.Why Woodwell Climate Research Center Should Be On Your Radar Long Past Earth Day
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We spoke with Schilling Cider founder Colin Schilling about the business' Earth Day plans, how it reduces waste, and its dog-friendly environment.Report Names Ohio River the Second Most Endangered U.S. River, Because It’s So Contaminated
Why is the Ohio River so contaminated? In a report from American Rivers, it was listed as the second-most endangered river in the U.S.Nalgene’s Rich History Spans Across Several Earth Days (Exclusive)
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When is the next Starship launch? Although SpaceX intended to launch its spacecraft on April 17, it wasn't able to make its journey.Does El Niño Result in More or Less Hurricanes?
Does El Niño cause more hurricanes, or fewer? With La Niña coming to an end and El Niño starting up again, communities are looking to prepare accordingly.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.Plus-Size Outdoor Influencers That You Should Definitely Be Following
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The Great Pacific Garbage Patch has grown so much, and it's become such a permanent entity, that it now has its own flourishing ecosystem... joy.Gender-Neutral and Sustainable Period Care Companies Are Making the Industry More Intersectional (Exclusive)
Gender-neutral, intersectional, and sustainable period care is super important, as period products are often marketed to white women.Germany No Longer Uses Nuclear Energy, After Closing Its Last Three Plants
Germany no longer uses nuclear energy after closing its last three plants, which is a major clean energy win.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.Does Fracking Cause Sinkholes? Two Have Formed In A Texas Area Known For Gas Production
Does fracking cause sinkholes — and can they be repaired? Residents of Daisetta, Texas are concerned after several structures were swallowed.Behind Carole Baskin’s Decision to Close Her Infamous Big Cat Rescue
Joe Exotic is likely celebrating from his prison cell, over the news that Carole Baskin's Big Cat Rescue in Florida is officially closing its doors.A Nutritionist Weighs in on the Viral Chia Seed Water TikTok Trend (Exclusive)
Thanks to TikTok, many are taking to a new health trend that involves drinking chia seeds mixed with water several times per day.EPA Identifies Millions of Lead Pipes Nationwide — Can Any Water Filters Remove Lead?
Are there any water filters that remove lead? The EPA has found that over 9 million water pipes nationwide are made from lead.Hugh Jackman's Basal Cell Carcinoma Scare — Its Symptoms, Stages, Treatment, and More
Hugh Jackman recently announced that he may have basal cell carcinoma, and is undergoing tests. Here's what you should know about the cancer.Why Conservationists Are Fighting to Protect Georgia’s Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is considered a highly biodiverse site, but it may be in danger with an upcoming mining project.Seasonal Affective Disorder Could Be to Blame for Your Wintertime Mood Changes
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Christina Aguilera is truly our genie in a bottle! The renowned pop star recently co-founded a sexual wellness brand that makes vegan lube that we can't wait to try.Cesar Millan on Making Outdoor Adventures With Your Dog So Much Safer (Exclusive)
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If you're looking to show your appreciation for Mother Earth this Earth Day, we've come up with some solid Instagram captions to augment your feed.Photos From the 2023 Holland Tulip Festival Look Totally Magical
If you can't go to Holland IRL for the annual tulip festival, photos from the 2023 affair are absolutely gorgeous.What Is a Climate Disadvantaged Community? Many NYC Neighborhoods to Receive Climate Funds
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Hiking everyday clearly has a number of physical and mental health advantages, as seen after a Georgia man hiked daily, and lost 200 pounds.Lamborghini Phased Out Gas-Only Cars — And Released Its First Hybrid
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Recently, four otters off the California coast died from a parasite known as Toxoplasma gondii. Now locals are worrying about its affect on humans.The Permian Basin Superorganism: An Urban Legend or True Story?
The Permian Basin superorganism, aka Mystery Flesh Pit National Park, is said to be located in Texas. But is it real, or is it merely another internet rumor?Uphilling for Beginners: How to Get Started With Alpine Touring or Skinning
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Even though solar engineering could ultimately save us from climate change, countries such as Mexico have banned it entirely.