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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‘Cocaine Bear’ Is a Story About an Aggressive Bear on a Drug-Fueled Rampage — Is It True?
Is 'Cocaine Bear' a true story? A new movie starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson tells the story of a drug-addicted bear who then goes on a bloody rampage.Big Bend National Park Is Expanding by Almost 4,000 Acres, in the Name of Conservancy
In the name of conservancy, Texas' Big Bend National Park is expanding by at least 4,000 acres, thanks to the work of conservancy groups.Poachers in Ventura County Busted by FWS, and Taken to Superior Court
A Ventura County poaching case, led by a group known as the E-Bike Crew, has gone to Superior Court after being busted by USFWS.New York City Mayor Invests in Plant-Based Training For Healthcare Professionals
Thanks to a recent investment from New York City Mayor Eric Adams and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, healthcare workers can now undergo plant-based training.What Is the Montreal Protocol? It’s Important to Reduce Pollution
What is the Montreal Protocol? The international treaty, which was established in 1987, aimed to regulate the production of chemicals that cause global warming.5 Facts About Pearl Harbor, As We Remember What Took Place 81 Years Ago
81 years after Japan bombed Pearl Harbor, we're remembering the devastation by looking back with 5 facts about what happened.Deforestation Is Linked to These Products, Which Are Being Banned by the EU
The European Union has banned all "products linked to deforestation" — but what does that mean? Here's what to know about the new law.Renewables May Overtake Coal as the Largest Energy Source by 2025, New Report States
The planet has relied on non-renewable and highly pollutive coal for too long — but a new forecast states renewables may overtake coal by 2025.California’s Drought Is Ongoing — And It’s Taking a Major Toll on the State’s Economy
California's ongoing megadrought has led to economic turmoil, as lakes and reservoirs dry up, wildfires have ignited, and as entire crop fields have died.U.K. Strikes Triggered by U.K.’s Exorbitant Cost of Living
The cost of living in the U.K. has led to ongoing strikes across several different industries — here's what you need to know about it.Five of Seven Wells in St. Charles, Mo. Have Been Shut Down, Due to a Water Crisis
What is causing the water crisis in St. Charles, Mo.? Concerns over contamination have led the city to shut down five of seven wells.What Is a Giant Phantom Jellyfish? This Rare Creature Was Spotted off California Coast
Footage of a 33-foot giant phantom jellyfish that wass spotted off the coast of California recently went viral — these types of sightings are very rare.Vegan Philadelphia Cream Cheese Is the Cruelty-Free Shmear of Our Wildest Dreams
Plant-based folks and lactose intolerant bagel lovers alike are looking forward to getting their hands onVegan Philadelphia cream cheese.Snowshoes: What Size Am I, Eco-Friendly Brands, and How to Get Started
What size snowshoe am I, and which brands are the most sustainable? Here's a guide to picking the perfect snowshoes this winter, for beginners.More Than 2,000 Dead Caspian Seals Have Washed Ashore Russian Coast, for Reasons Unknown
Why are so many dead Caspian seals washing ashore the Russian coast? Over 2,500 have been discovered along coastlines.Senior Rescue Dog and TikTok "No Bones" Sensation, Noodle the Pug, Has Died
Last year, senior rescue dog, Noodle the pug, became a TikTok star for his "bones or no bones" videos. Sadly, he died this past weekend at age 14.Kapok Fiber Used For Clothing Adds Compostable, Fruity Flair to Our Wardrobes
While we're generally proponents of shopping secondhand — or not at all — these kapok fiber pieces from Tentree are compostable and renewable.Is 'Wednesday' Star, Jenna Ortega, Vegan? Here's What We Know About Her Lifestyle
Is 'Wednesday' actress, Jenna Ortega, vegan? Here's what we know about the rising star's lifestyle.Michigan’s Invasive Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Is Best Detected in the Wintertime
What is the hemlock woolly adelgid? Michigan is fighting off an invasive species that kills its iconic hemlock trees, which are best detected in the winter.EPA Proposes Adding More Biofuel to Gasoline — Here’s What That Will Mean
What is biofuel? Although it's often touted as a clean energy resource, it certainly isn't as clean as transitioning to an electric vehicle.These Videos of People Dumpster Diving Outside of Apple Stores Are Insane
Several videos posted to social media have shown people dumpster diving outside an Apple store, which resulted in some very impressive finds.New Type of Tropical Cyclone Identified off the Coast of Sumatra
Scientists are baffled after a new type of tropical cyclone was discovered swirling above the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Sumatra.Biden Issues Grant to Relocate Native Americans From Rising Oceans
The Biden administration recently issued a $75 million grant to relocate three Native American tribes from rising sea levels.Who Is Chuck Sams III? Meet the First Native American National Park Service Leader
Although the U.S. National Parks have a dark past, Chuck Sams III is looking to heal that relationship as the first Native American to lead NPS.Ski Sustainably With These Eco-Friendly Brands
Whether you're an avid skier or if you're just getting started, opting for sustainable ski brands is best.Grand Canyon’s “Indian Garden” Renamed to Something More P.C.
Formerly home to many southwestern tribes, it's no surprise the Grand Canyon displaced many of them — which is why the name "Indian Garden" is being changed.Rescuers Attempting to Save Stranded Pilot Whales in Eastham, Mass.
Eastham, Mass. conservationists are attempting to rescue a group of pilot whales who unfortunately stranded themselves along the Cape Cod beaches.Explosive Bang Shakes London Residents — What Was That Sound?
What was that sound in London? Many in the U.K. feared an explosion took place after a loud bang and flashing lights shook Hackney.Northern Long-Eared Bats Now Listed as “Endangered” Due to White-Nose Syndrome
Because of white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease, northern long-eared bats have been listed as endangered.Invasive Kudzu Vines Strangling Fiji’s Island of Vanua Levu — Where Do They Come From?
Kudzu vines are a highly invasive species of strangler vine that are overrunning the Fijian island of Vanua Levu — but where do they come from?Italy Landslide Death Toll, Fatal Floods, and More Happening on Island of Ischia
The Italian Island of Ischia has been inundated with floods, landslides, and more — unfortunately resulting in a pretty significant death toll.Maker’s Mark’s Journey to Become a B Corp Was Long, but Worthwhile (Exclusive)
Even though becoming a certified B Corp is long-winded and sometimes difficult, Maker's Mark's General Manager tells us it was totally worthwhile.Mauna Loa Volcano Erupts on Big Island, Resulting in an Island-Wide Ashfall Advisory
Active Hawaiian volcano, Mauna Loa, has erupted for the first time since 1984. This has resulted in an island-wide ashfall advisory for locals.Venice’s Flood Barrier System Likely Won’t Withstand Rising Sea Levels
When does Venice flood? Although the city has endured countless, they are likely to get worse as sea levels continue to rise.More Than 2 Million Houston Residents Are Under a Boil Water Notice — Here’s Why
Houston is under a boil water notice after the electricity went out at a local water purification plant on Sunday, Nov. 27.From Seed to Sip, Maker’s Mark Distillery Is Sustainable Every Step of the Way (Exclusive)
I took a trip to the Maker's Mark Distillery outside Louisville, Ky., and we got an inside look at the distillery's sustainability practices.Department of Justice Indicts Those Involved in Monkey Smuggling Ring
After several years of investigating, the U.S. government has indicted several people for their involvement in a monkey smuggling ring.Building Your Own Furniture From Scratch? Here’s How to Get It Done Sustainably
If you're looking to furnish your house exactly how you want it, you can build your own furniture! However, make sure you're doing so sustainably.Everlane and Senreve to Test Out New Circular Plant-Based Leather
A B2B circular plant-based leather company is selling its product to brands like Everlane and Senreve, making for a new sustainable material.Pollution Is Killing Off Manatees by the Hundreds — So Why Aren’t They Considered Endangered?
How many manatees are left? Even though they are dying by the hundreds in Florida, they still aren't a federally protected species, under the ESA.Urban Rewilding Projects Make Cities Greener and Increase Biodiversity
What is urban rewilding? To improve the health of people and nature, it's important to invest in improving green spaces and increasing biodiversity.Desalination Technology Produces Fresh Water During Times of Need
As the climate change takes fresh water from so many communities around the world, desalination technology produces freshwater from saltwater.Possible Nuclear Accident at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Power Plant — What We Know
Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia power plant may have sustained a nuclear accident, after ongoing bombings have taken place in the area due to the ongoing war.Indonesia’s November 2022 Earthquake Devastated So Many Communities
Indonesia's November 2022 earthquake tore through so many communities in the southeast Asian country, which can be seen on the earthquake map.How to Help the Victims of the Colorado Springs LGBTQ+ Nightclub Shooting
How can I help the victims of the Colorado Springs nightclub shooting? A gunman entered a gay club this weekend, resulting in more than five fatalities.A Pet Parent’s Guide to Making Your Dog a “Plate” on Thanksgiving
While it's obviously recommended to have your dog stick with kibble, most of us inevitably make our dogs a plate on Thanksgiving — here's what they can eat.New Mayor of Los Angeles Promises to “Solve Homelessness” — What Are Available Solutions?
The new mayor of Los Angeles, Calif., Karen Bass, has promised to solve homelessness. But what are solutions to homelessness?The Klamath River Dam Removal Map Shows the Scope of the Environmental Victory
Although the Klamath River Dams were initially built to provide hydroelectricity to nearby homes, it prevents salmon from migrating — the map shows the removal plan.Biden Promised “Nature-Based Solutions” to Fight Climate Change — What Does That Mean?
What are Biden's "nature-based solutions"? Although the administration promised to invest $25 billion in them to fight climate change, the message is vague.After Moving to the Mountains, I Started a Hiking Journal to Keep Track of My Adventures
What is a hiking journal? Just like any other journal, it tracks your feelings and thoughts — about hikes! Here's how to start your own.
