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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The month of March happens to be Colon Cancer Awareness Month — which is important to recognize as diagnoses are on the rise.Why Was Kerrygold Butter Recalled? What to Know About the Reported PFAS Contamination (Updates)
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The month of March is Women's History Month, celebrating all of the amazing women who have made a difference. But when did Women's History Month start?Sustainable Sneaker Options For Eco-Friendly Runners and Walkers
If you're an eco-friendly runner who cares about your carbon footprint, peruse these sustainable sneaker options before buying a new pair of kicks.These Sweeteners Don't Contain Erythritol, to Keep Your Food Sweet and Safe
A recent study found that sweeteners containing the chemical erythritol can cause strokes and heart attacks — but these sweeteners don't have it.Ben the Andean Bear Escapes From STL Zoo Enclosure Not Once — But Twice
In February 2023, Ben the Andean bear escaped his enclosure at the St. Louis Zoo twice – but he's doing just fine.Vet Advice on What to Look Out For, With Dog Flu on the Rise (Exclusive)
Our pets are in danger of an epidemic known as the canine influenza, or the dog flu. Know what symptoms to look out for, and more about the vaccine.New Conservation Initiatives for Macquarie Island Look to Preserve Its Biodiversity
To preserve the biodiverse island of Macquarie, to hopefully put Australia's extinction crisis to an end, new conservation measures are in the works.Vegan Cheese Company, Miyoko's, Reportedly Parts Ways With CEO in Heated Lawsuit
Popular vegan cheese company, Miyoko's, reportedly parted ways with its CEO Miyoko Schinner amid a heated lawsuit. Here's what we know.Here’s Why Your Sink Might Be Turning Orange
Why does my sink turn orange? Although you might be cleaning it regularly, there's a chance it's still turning orange — here's why.Chevron’s Latest Greenwashing Scandal Labeled a Cancerous Fuel Alternative as “Biofuel”
Although biofuel is generally a greener alternative to gas or oil, Chevron's latest scandal involves labeling a cancer-causing fuel as "biofuel."Gondolas Grounded and Canals Run Dry Amid Venice’s 2023 Drought
If you were planning an upcoming gondola ride in Italy, Venice's 2023 drought has caused canals to run completely dry.Electric Garbage Trucks May Be Coming to Pick Up Your Weekly Trash
Truck design company, Oshkosh Corporation, is teaming up with waste company, Republic Services to unleash the first fleet of electric garbage trucks.The Official Boston Marathon Dog Crosses the Rainbow Bridge, Leaving Fans Heartbroken
After almost 10 years of cheering on runners at the iconic race, Spencer, the official Boston Marathon golden retriever, has died at age 13.EPA Calls on Norfolk Southern to Clean up East Palestine Train Derailment Site
More than two weeks after a Norfolk Southern train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, the EPA has ordered the company to clean it up.Jane Fonda’s Words of Wisdom Advocate for a Global Ocean Treaty
Actress and activist Jane Fonda took to New York City to advocate for a UN Global Ocean Treaty with incredibly inspiring words of wisdom.Why Does Turkey Get So Many Earthquakes? Residents Slammed by Yet Another Deadly Tremor
Only a few weeks after a deadly earthquake shook Turkey, the European country has been slammed by another. So why does Turkey get so many earthquakes?What Is Being Done for East Palestine, Ohio? Behind Recovery Efforts
Did FEMA deny aid to East Palestine, Ohio? After a train derailed in the small Ohio suburb, various dangerous chemicals were released into the air.What Caused the Factory Explosion in Bedford, Ohio? What to Know About the Deadly Accident
What caused the factory explosion in Bedford, Ohio? One is dead and several are injured after a metal plant exploded with debris.These National Parks and NPS Historic Sites Commemorate Important Black History
Whether you're on a road trip or if you simply want to educate yourself on Black history, these National Parks commemorate important Black history.Florida’s Latest Red Tide Sparks Concern Among Pregnant People, the Elderly, and More
How does red tide affect pregnancies? Also known as harmful algal blooms, they can take a toll on the health of anyone who is exposed.Flaco the Owl Escaped the Central Park Zoo — And Will Now Likely Remain Free (Updates)
Although many were concerned when Flaco the owl escaped from the Central Park Zoo, he is happily living locally, and is considered an NYC icon.World Whale Day Is Feb. 19, 2023 — And Observing Is Especially Important This Year
After countless whales have washed ashore the East Coast in recent months, observing World Whale Day 2023 feels especially important this year.PFAS-Free Period Underwear Options, to Ensure Your Time of the Month Is Safe and Healthy
After Thinx was sued for containing PFAS in its period underwear, we've compiled a list of PFAs-free options to healthily manage your time of the month.PFAS Reportedly Detected in Bolthouse Farms Smoothies, Sparking a Class-Action Lawsuit
Beverage company Bolthouse Farms has been hit with a class-action lawsuit after PFAS were reportedly detected in some of the company's products.What to Know About the Lethal Removal of New Mexico’s Feral Cows
Why is New Mexico killing the feral cows living in Gila National Forest? Supposedly the wild creatures pose a risk to native and human life.Tofu Cream Cheese Is the Superior Vegan Schmear Alternative — Here Are Our Favorites
While nut-based cream cheese has risen in popularity among vegans, we're partial to tofu-based cream cheeses. Here are our favorites.Almost 20,000 Michigan Residents Are Without Power — Here’s Why
Thousands of Michigan residents are currently without power — but what is causing all of these outages?A Humpback Whale Has Washed Ashore in New Jersey — Why Does This Keep Happening?
Environmentalists are concerned after a humpback whale washed ashore a New Jersey beach, adding to the pattern of whales beaching along the East Coast.IKEA's New Air Quality Sensor Gauges the Cleanliness of the Air You Breathe
IKEA now sells an air quality sensor that tracks any air pollution that may be lingering in the air inside your home.Tuscon, Ariz. Residents Forced to Evacuate Following Major Hazmat Spill
After a truck tractor, which was carrying liquid nitric acid, crashed on a Tuscon, Ariz. highway, locals have evacuated and a highway shut down.Equatorial Guinea Is Facing a Marburg Virus Outbreak — How Does the Disease Spread?
After it was announced that Equatorial Guinea is facing a Marburg virus outbreak, many are wondering how the Marburg virus spreads in the first place.Vegan Cashmere Exists, but What Is It Made Of?
Although cashmere is soft and high-end, it isn't animal-free. A vegan version exists, but what is it made of?Paris’ Water System Is Elite — Here’s Why
Although water is essential to life, the city of Paris' water system is so much better than ours.Deep Sea Mining Could Harm Whales More Than Experts Realized
While deep sea mining always had known environmental issues, experts have learned it harms whales more than previously thought.More Chemicals Were Released From the Derailed Ohio Train Than Previously Thought
What types of chemicals were released from the derailed Ohio train? It turns out there were more toxins released than previously assumed.These Super Bowl Electric Car Commercials Gave the Big Game Some Eco-Friendly Flair
If you didn't catch the wide range of electric car commercials that aired during the Super Bowl, we've rounded up our favorites.Hundreds of Endangered Tortoises Being Smuggled From Sri Lanka Seized by Authorities
This past weekend, hundreds of endangered star tortoises from Sri Lanka were saved from smugglers.Super Bowl Spectators Will Be Able to Win NFL Tickets for Recycling at the Big Game
Spectators at the Super Bowl LVII will be able to win major prizes for recycling, thanks to "reverse vending machines" from Anaheuser-Busch.Zac Efron’s ‘Down to Earth’ Co-Star, Darin Olien, Has Some Amazing Vegan Recipes
Although Zac Efron's co-star Darin Olien hasn't posted a new recipe recently, here are his best ones.Moon Dust Might Be Our Only Answer to Fighting Climate Change
Will moon dust ultimately be the answer to combatting climate change? A group of scientists certainly think so.The Cause of the Keystone Pipeline’s Massive Spill in Kansas Has Been Identified
After spilling more than 14,000 barrels of oil into nearby waterways, the cause of the Keystone Pipeline leak has been identified.Actor Jason Biggs Shares His "Green Routine" and Valentine’s Day Plans (Exclusive)
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In an effort to protect the quickly deteriorating Great Barrier Reef, Australia has revoked plans to erect a coal mine nearby.A Norovirus Outbreak Shut Down a Detroit School — How Do You Catch the Contagious Illness?
How do you catch norovirus? The contagious illness caused a Detroit Catholic school to cancel its classes for a week to avoid further spreading it.Your Basic Guide to Tapping Maple Trees
Do you have an abundance of maple trees growing in your backyard? Here's what you need to know about tapping them — including when, how, and more.Tabitha Brown’s Lion’s Mane Mushroom Steaks Have Us Dying to Try Them for Ourselves
What are lion's mane mushrooms? Vegan TikTok creator Tabitha Brown made them into steak, and we're dying to try them for ourselves.This Indigenous Canadian Community’s Water System Continues to Fail Them
The Canadian city of Iqaluit has endured several partial water shutdowns in recent months, which could easily be fixed. However, they are continuously ignored.The Chile 2023 Fires Are “One of the Country’s Worst Natural Disasters in Years”
Chile's 2023 wildfires have ravaged hundreds of thousands of hectares of land, thousands of homes, and have killed several people.These Plant-Based Super Bowl Recipes Are All Winners
Regardless of what your game day plans are this year, these vegan versions of classic Super Bowl recipes will definitely make for a winning spread.
