Sophie Hirsh

Oklahoma’s governor signed an abortion bill into law that bans abortions across the state, with just a few exceptions. Here's how you can help.

Students across the U.S. will be participating in a nationwide school walkout today, May 26, in protest of gun violence.

Releasing domesticated goldfish in U.K. rivers is hurting biodiversity and wreaking environmental havoc, according to a new study.

Mommy Farmer’s beloved dog Boone was just killed, leaving the TikTok creator, her family, and everyone on Twin Pines Farm heartbroken.

The Goldman Environmental Prize 2022 winners have just been announced, honoring a total of seven people in six important categories.

Kim Kardashian and Beyond Meat are officially teaming up, with the reality TV star and businesswoman joining the company as “Chief Taste Consultant.”

A New York lawmaker is proposing legislation that would phase PFAS chemicals out of a number of products.

The latest Just Egg commercial campaign features Serena Williams and Jake Gyllenhaal.

Vegan Richa, a recipe creator by the real name of Richa Hingle, is celebrating the release of her third cookbook, which features Instant Pot recipes.

An asteroid is heading for Earth — but fortunately, it is not expected to collide with our home planet.

The ESG movement is growing increasingly popular in the world of business and investing — but what is it exactly?

Experts have already discovered a few new and rare species in 2022.

Creating a zero-waste makeup routine is easier than ever, since there are so many plastic-free makeup companies and products out there these days.

If you’re looking forward to celebrating bees and all they do for our planet this year, keep reading for the World Bee Day 2022 theme and more.

In China, a hidden forest has been discovered beneath a sinkhole.

Gordon Ramsay's most recent TikTok has fans wondering if the meat-loving chef is going vegan.

The Ringling Brothers Circus has announced that 'The Greatest Show on Earth' will soon resume — without animals.

Cambodian government officials are currently urging locals to stop picking a rare plant colloquially known as the “carnivorous penis plant,” which has become a popular selfie prop in the area.

Thanks to engineers and inventors around the world, new innovations that can replace plastic are constantly cropping up.

Soon, eco-conscious IKEA customers will be able to buy solar panels in the U.S.

NASA has funded a study in which scientists successfully grew plants in moon soil for the first time.

The new documentary SLAY aims to wake viewers up to the unethical ways the leather, fur, and wool industries treat animals, workers, and the environment.

Ruby the rescue dog, who was the basis for the recent Netflix movie 'Rescued by Ruby,' has passed away at the age of 11.

Cocoa-free chocolate bars are coming to the market, thanks to a startup called WNWN.

Fortunately, there are plenty of non-toxic car seats without flame retardants and other toxins, that will protect your baby and go easy on the environment.

Environmentalists are now criticizing Coldplay for its latest major tour partnership: an oil company known for greenwashing.

President Joe Biden just canceled three oil leases in Alaska and the Gulf of Mexico, a move that will benefit the climate, nature, and wildlife.

Gwyneth Paltrow's goop has just outdone itself with wildly expensive goop diapers.

May is Jewish American Heritage Month — to pay tribute, here are six incredible Jewish American environmental activists.

What is happening to the Great Barrier Reef, exactly? New data from the Australian government show that climate change has caused coral bleaching across most of the Great Barrier Reef.

lauren Ornelas has spent the last 15 years of her life as the founder and president of Food Empowerment Project, an organization leading the food justice movement.

What is coastal grandmother, exactly? Here's our guide to the trend, and our best tips on how you can nail the clothing, aesthetics, and vibe — sustainably.

Peter Kalmus' recent speech protesting big banks and fossil fuels went viral — check out our interview with the NASA climate scientist.

The Blood Moon total lunar eclipse of 2022 will occur in mid-May.

An Office of Environmental Justice is the Justice Department's newest office, as unveiled this week by Attorney General Merrick Garland and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan.

The theater industry can be quite wasteful, and could seriously do with more sustainable theaters.

John Doerr and Ann Doerr just donated $1.1 billion dollars to fund a new climate change school at Stanford University.

There are so many incredible Asian American environmental justice activists fighting for a better and more sustainable planet.

What is the reason for this heat wave in India and Pakistan? As you could probably imagine, the climate crisis and global heating are at play here.

The new documentary 'The Smell of Money' exposes eastern North Carolina's pig industry and how it is hurting people.

On the most recent episode of 'Last Week Tonight' John Oliver broke down environmental racism, educating millions of viewers on this issue plaguing the U.S.

Raw sewage was released into English bathing waters about 25,000 times in 2021 alone. In fact, the situation is so bad that someone actually created a sewage discharge map of the U.K.

Here’s a look into three sustainable and vegan strollers, each at very different price points — as well as our guide to finding used strollers near you.

A Colorado human has tested positive for avian flu, marking the first known case in the U.S.

We’ve rounded up a few of the best dish soaps for sensitive skin, including vegan, zero-waste, sustainable, and EWG Verified brands.

We’ve rounded up eight companies — plus one DIY option — making low-impact, cruelty-free hand soaps, from hand soap tablets to bar soaps to liquid refills in plastic-free bottles.

Here is a simple guide on how to recycle and safely dispose of light bulbs, including incandescents, halogens, LEDs, fluorescents, and CFLs.

Biden’s Department of Energy has just essentially announced a ban on incandescent light bulbs.

The newest documentary coming to Netflix is 'Youth v Gov,' about the 'Juliana v. The United States of America' lawsuit and the youth involved in it.

Here's what farmers need to do to prevent the bird flu outbreak from getting worse.

What is climate action, exactly? Here's a look into the different ways you can take action for the planet, and how world leaders must take action.

Can the Climatarian diet and the Climavore diet make an even bigger difference than veganism?

If you are looking for some inspiration and motivation within the climate movement, look no further than Maya Penn.

We spoke with sustainability entrepreneur and Harvard student Devishi Jha about climate activism, ethical business, and more, in honor of Earth Day.

Sustainable fashion educator Taylor Bright, aka @sustainablecherub on TikTok, shares her sustainability journey with us in honor of Earth Day.

Jewish Veg aims to bring the Jewish and vegan communities together, director Lisa Apfelberg tells us exclusively.

In recent years, more and more companies have launched buyback and resell programs, allowing customers to send their old items back in exchange for money or store credit.

Ryan Hickman, CEO of Ryan's Recycling, shares his environmentalist journey with us in honor of Earth Day.

We recently chatted with Sophia Bush in honor of Earth Day, and the actress and activist shared her advice for activism, sustainable living tips, and more.

Are you up for the challenge of a zero-waste Seder?

Barack Obama serves as the narrator for a new documentary series on Netflix, 'Our Great National Parks,' which debuted on April 13, 2022.

On Neptune, dramatic temperature changes were observed as part of a new study, leaving scientists puzzled.

Peter Kalmus, a NASA climate scientist, was arrested for leading a protest against Chase Bank and fossil fuels.

When the next total solar eclipse? Here are all the details to help you start planning for the upcoming celestial event.

A dead rocket booster crashed into the moon, proving just how seriously we need to start taking space junk.

The 2022 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen are here to advise shoppers on which fruits and vegetables they should buy organic.

It's National Library Week 2022, a holiday being chaired by actress Molly Shannon this year. Read about some of the ways libraries can benefit the environment.

There are a number of brands making eco-friendly and vegan sports equipment, from balls to boxing gloves.

The EPA is finally making moves to enact a complete asbestos ban in the U.S.

The upcoming documentary 'Solving for Zero' and subsequent educational series, are based on Bill Gates' book, and feature him, too.

Quality Awareness Week around the corner, now is an important time to look at the WHO’s new findings.

Bridal veil rental is a slowly growing option in the wedding industry.

The NJ plastic bag ban is about to go into effect.

The new documentary 'Meat the Future' follows the journey of a growing lab-grown meat company. The film is narrated by Dr. Jane Goodall and features music by Moby.

A Kansas zoo’s escaped flamingo, who is named Pink Floyd, has just been spotted in the Texas wild.

Maison Jar just opened its doors in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Greenpoint, inviting locals to shop for various package-free essentials, from frozen fruit to shampoo.

IKEA is finally testing the its furniture buy back program in the U.S.

Is Paul McCartney vegan? The musician is asking Starbucks to end the upcharge on non-dairy milk.

Researchers have just discovered ice volcanoes on Pluto, something that possibly signifies Pluto isn’t as cold of a place as previously believed.

In Indonesia, a baby Sumatran rhino was just born at a sanctuary, which is a huge win for the critically endangered species.

Fox News' climate change coverage is generally not too credible...

Microplastics were found in human blood in a recent scientific study.

There are a number of sustainable baby and toddler shoes on the market, including a new brand making baby kicks that dissolve in boiling water.

There are plenty of options when it comes to eco-friendly business cards, whether you’re looking for classic paper business cards, digital business cards, or are willing to go DIY.

Earth Hour 2022 is Saturday, March 26, and we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know about the holiday, plus Earth Hour activities to keep you busy in the dark.

Is Shein bad, or is it an ethical brand? Here’s a look into what makes Shein that company that it is.

Wondering how to help animals in Ukraine? These organizations are on the ground and directly giving money to displaced animals.

Eco-friendly cleaning products with no plastic packaging have appeared to be one of the fastest-growing product categories in the sustainability industry.

If more restaurants offered food and drinks in reusable packaging that could be washed, the restaurant industry could reduce waste immensely.

Madeleine Albright passed this week away at 84. Where did the former secretary of state stand on climate change issues?

Kathy Stevens opened Catskill Animal Sanctuary in upstate New York back in 2001, and since then, she has rescued over 5,000 farmed animals.

Pure Food and Wine's head chef Nikki Bennett shares how accurate she found 'Bad Vegan,' whether Sarma Melngailis paid her staff, and more.

Is it possible to donate, resell, or recycle sports equipment?

Miriam Margolyes, the iconic actress who portrayed Professor Sprout in the 'Harry Potter' films, narrated a campaign to protect the endangered tree species used to make violin bows.

Some parts of Antarctica measured at over 70 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) hotter than average.

We rounded up 11 of our favorite eco celebrities and famous families out there, all of whom use their voices to advocate for the planet in different ways.

Jane Fonda Climate PAC aims to defeat political candidates who are funded by the fossil fuel industry.

Peter McGuinness is taking over for Pat Brown as CEO of Impossible Foods.

'Milked,' a new documentary out of New Zealand, gives viewers a non-graphic look into the truth behind the dairy industry.