Sophie Hirsh
Executive EditorLocation: New YorkEducation: Muhlenberg CollegeSophie is a New York-based journalist, animal lover, and Taylor Swift fan.
Since graduating from Muhlenberg College, she has reported on a wide range of topics at media outlets including Mashable, Romper, Reductress, and across 10 Condé Nast brands. She has been part of the Green Matters team since 2019, where she currently serves as Executive Editor. At Green Matters, Sophie covers all things sustainability, climate change, and environmental justice; she also manages the Green Matters Instagram, newsletter, and more.
Sophie is passionate about treating the planet well, and she loves getting to write about her favorite topics every day for the Green Matters audience. After work, you can find her thrifting, baking, or trying a new vegan restaurant.
More From Sophie Hirsh
Thanksgiving Instagram Captions to Show Off Your Vegan or Zero-Waste Turkey Day
Looking for an Instagram caption for your vegan or zero-waste Thanksgiving meal? We've rounded up some funny, thought-provoking, and clever ideas!
The Turkeys the President Pardons Have a Better Fate Than Those in the Slaughterhouse
The turkeys who the president pardons each Thanksgiving are treated to a fate better than the slaughterhouse — but it's still not ideal for the animals.
A Portion of the Great Barrier Reef Has Lost Over One Third of Its Coral — Details
What is happening to the Great Barrier Reef, exactly? Data shows how climate change has contributed to coral bleaching.
The New Species Experts Have Discovered — or Rediscovered — Throughout 2024
In 2024, a number of new animal species were discovered (and rediscovered!) including snakes, dinosaurs, jaguars, and more.
November's Beaver Moon Is the Last Supermoon of 2024 — Details Here
The Beaver Moon is November's full moon name, but luckily for those in November 2024, it's also the fourth (and final) supermoon of the year.
How to Celebrate World Vegan Month This November
Every Nov. 1, World Vegan Day kicks off World Vegan Month, and celebrates the vegan lifestyle.
The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Candy for a Sweet Halloween 2024
Many Halloween candies you know and love happen to be vegan.
Polar Bear Week 2024: How to Help Protect Polar Bears From Climate Change
Polar Bear Week falls during the annual polar bear migration — here are all the details on the 2024 holiday.
How to Honor Indigenous Peoples' Day: Where to Donate & Resources to Learn More
Here are a few ways to honor Indigenous Peoples' Day, an annual holiday that falls every October.
7 Nontoxic Makeup Brands That Are Safe for Children
There are a few brands making clean, nontoxic, cruelty-free, and vegan cosmetics that are safe for children, with products ranging from blush to eyeshadow to nail polish.
14 Fashion Companies With Their Own Resell Programs, From Carhartt to Lululemon
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.
Lana Condor Is Tackling Climate Change with Positivity (Exclusive)
In an exclusive interview with Green Matters, actress Lana Condor opened up about her passion for protecting the planet.
How Gen Z Made Fast Fashion Uncool (Exclusive)
We spoke with fashion experts Maya Penn and Sara Walker to unpack how younger generations, notably Gen Z, are leading the anti-fast fashion movement.
Multi-Year Study Finds Heavy Metals in Dark Chocolate: What You Should Know
Research has found heavy metals — lead and cadmium — in dark chocolate made by a few popular brands.
These Certified Flushable Wet Wipes Are *Actually* Flushable
Natracare was the first brand to receive the U.K.'s "Fine to Flush" certification for its flushable wet wipes.
Are Fireworks Bad for the Environment? What to Know for July 4th
The environmental impact of fireworks includes emitting CO2 and contaminating lakes or rivers with marine life.
Lance Bass Is Making Sustainability a "Fun and Integral" Part of Life for His Kids (Exclusive)
We spoke exclusively with Lance Bass about the EMA IMPACT Summit, how he teachers sustainability to his kids, and music.
Coldplay Reduces Tour Emissions 59% After 2022 Greenwashing Accusations
The band Coldplay started on tour in 2021, but partnered with a greenwashing oil company. In 2024, the tour reduced emissions by 59%.
#ShowYourStripes Day Highlights How Disturbingly Global Temperature Has Risen
Show Your Stripes Day is an annual holiday that visually explains just how sharply the planet's average temperature has increased.
Eco-Friendly Hair Ties and Scrunchies to Get You Through Bad Hair Days, Sustainably
These eco-friendly hair ties and scrunchies will get you through any bad hair day, sustainably.
How to Stay Cool in the Hot Weather, As Heat Advisories Sweep the Nation
Here are some easy ways to stay cool in the heat while on the go.
Black Environmental Activists to Follow This Juneteenth
In honor of Juneteenth, we’ve rounded up seven incredible Black environmental activists who we recommend following on Instagram.
Hillary Clinton, Ted Danson, and More Talk Climate Action at EMA IMPACT Summit (Exclusive)
We spoke exclusively with the Environmental Media Association's CEO to learn more about the EMA IMPACT Summit 2024.
Every June, World Oceans Day Calls Attention to Our Planet's "Life Source"
Every June, World Oceans Day, aka World Ocean Day, aims to remind people all around the world of how important it is to protect our major oceans.
10 Facts About Pride Month — and Why It's a Protest, Not a Party
In honor of Pride Month, we’re sharing 10 facts about Pride Month, from the history of the holiday to info on how to celebrate.
Will 6 Planets Really Be Visible in Parade of Planets? Exaggerated Reports Will Lead to Disappointment
A parade of planets — six, in fact — will take over the night sky on June 3, 2024. Here's what you need to know about how to see it.
The "Doomsday" Glacier is Melting Faster Than Anticipated: What to Know
The Thwaites Glacier, known as the "Doomsday" glacier for the catastrophe it will unleash if it melts, has been melting since the 1940s.
4 Trendy Thrift Flip Upcycling Tutorials — No Sewing Required
These thrift flipping ideas are easy, stylish, and require no sewing!
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Depression, Diabetes, and Early Death: What Foods to Avoid
Ultra-processed food consumption has been linked to various serious conditions, from depression to diabetes to even early death. Here's what foods to avoid.
Give Your Mother the Gift of Sustainability This Mother's Day — Our 12 Gift Picks
Mother's Day can be celebrated sustainably — here are twelve eco-friendly presents and experiences perfect for your holiday.
Unsweetened, Plant-Based Protein Powder — That Doesn't Taste Gross!
There are some highly-rated, plant-based, and tasty protein powders without artificial sweeteners out there — that don't taste like chalk.
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!
8 Eco-Friendly Swimsuit Brands for All Shapes and Sizes
If you're dreaming of warmer weather and days at the beach, here are 8 of our favorite eco-friendly bathing suit brands to consider for summer 2022.
9 Trendy and Eco-Friendly Sneakers Perfect for Your Next Outing
Sneakers are getting more and more sustainable – check out these nine low-impact, vegan options.
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.
Sustainable Self-Care: Check Out These Zero-Waste Ideas
These sustainable self-care ideas will help you go zero waste with your bath, candle, face mask, and manicure habits.
Easy Vegan Easter Recipes for a Compassionate Easter Sunday
Easter is a great opportunity to eat vegan, planet-friendly meals, and extend your compassion to animals and the Earth.
How to Easily Recycle Batteries of All Kinds
If you're looking to recycle batteries, most kinds can easily be recycled at numerous drop-off points around the U.S.
The 2024 Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 Just Dropped: What Produce to Buy Organic (Exclusive)
The EWG has published the 2024 Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce, with updated Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists, and we spoke exclusively with an EWG toxicologist to learn more.
Documentary 'I Could Never Go Vegan' Explores Why So Many Feel That Way
The documentary 'I Could Never Go Vegan' explores the “leading reasons why people refuse to stop eating animals.”
It's Women’s History Month: Here Are 31 Facts, One for Each Day
Here are 31 Women's History Month facts — that’s one for each day of March!
International Polar Bear Day Honors Vulnerable Mamas and Cubs, Who Are Threatened by Climate Change
International Polar Bear Day specifically honors mama polar bears and their cubs — half of whom don't make it to adulthood.
Watch These Films and Documentaries During Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, check out these movies, documentaries, shows, and docuseries, that are all available for streaming.
Vegan Women Summit 2024 Welcomes Heather Mills, Maggie Baird, and More — Everything to Know
Vegan Women Summit 2024 — which is open to all genders — returns to Los Angeles for its fourth annual summit. Here's everything you need to know about the exciting event.
It's Mardi Gras! How to Celebrate the Holiday Sustainably
A sustainable, zero-waste Mardi Gras is possible, even though the holiday usually comes with a lot of waste — here are a few ideas.
Becoming a Wildlife Rehabilitator Is Fairly Easy — and Free — in Many States
There are so many ways to express your love for animals — such as becoming a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. Here's how.
Shop for Ethical, Slave Labor-Free Chocolate on Valentine's Day and Year-Round
The cocoa industry is riddled with injustice. Here's our guide on how to seek out ethical, fair-trade chocolate.
Our Best Tips to Love Your Significant Other and the Environment This Valentine's Day
Our eco-friendly Valentine's Day tips, including buying sustainably-made food and vintage or lab-grown diamonds, keeps you (and the earth) happy.
Greta Thunberg Cleared of Public Order Offense After Protesting a London Oil Conference
Greta Thunberg joined in a major protest of the oil industry in London, where she was arrested — and subsequently cleared of public order offense.
For 138 Years, Punxsutawney Phil Has Been Kept in Captivity
Where does Punxsutawney Phil live year-round? While many may assume he is treated like an absolute king, unfortunately, the truth is a bit disappointing.