Sophie Hirsh
Executive EditorLocation: New YorkEducation: Muhlenberg CollegeSophie Hirsh is a New York-based writer. She was part of the Green Matters team from 2019 through 2025, first as Senior Editor before being promoted to Executive Editor.
You can contact her via www.sophiehirsh.com.
More From Sophie Hirsh
Becoming Pattie Gonia, and Bringing Drag and Diversity to the Climate Movement (Exclusive)
Pattie Gonia uses their platform to bring drag and diversity to the outdoors and to the climate movement, and we recently interviewed the environmentalist drag queen.
How to Recycle Shoes: Sneakers, Slippers, Boots, and More
There are many ways to recycle old shoes, no matter the condition.
Planned Obsolescence Exposed at Apple and Microsoft, in Light of New French Regulations
Planned obsolescence is what keeps tech companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Samsung in business.
California Is Gearing Up for a Bad Drought — How Does Climate Change Fit In?
Why exactly is a drought about to hit California, and does climate change cause droughts?
Kenneth Cole, Ellen Tracy, and More Than a Dozen Other Brands Ban Fur
Global Brands Group just announced that it will no longer be selling fur via any of its brands.
The Bronx's First Zero-Waste Shop Is Making the Lifestyle More Accessible (Exclusive)
The first Bronx-based zero-waste shop, EcoBronx, is raising money to make plastic-free living accessible in New York City's Bronx neighborhood.
Vermont Has Protected 1.3 Million Acres of Land to Help Wildlife Flourish
Vermont has protected one third of the land required to support ecological function across the state.
Jane Fonda on How Civil Disobedience Can "Align Your Body With Your Deepest Values"
Jane Fonda opened up to Elle about Fire Drill Fridays, civil disobedience, and more.
April the Giraffe Passes Away at 20
April the Giraffe has passed away at the age of 20, after a long life filled with delighting internet users around the globe.
“Give Seals Space,” New Campaign Urges Beachgoers As Lockdowns Lift
If you see seals on the beach, it's important not to disturb them, says a new campaign.
12 Luxury Fashion Brands That Have Gone Fur-Free
These luxury fashion designers have gone fur-free over the past few years.
Rainforest Destruction Surged in 2020, at 12 Percent Increase From 2019
Rainforest destruction increased by 12 percent from 2019 to 2020, with a total of 12.2 million hectares of tree cover being wiped out in 2020.
We Can Completely Revitalize the World’s Oceans by 2050, New Study Finds
Oceans could once again flourish in 2050 — if we make the effort.
‘72 Reasons to Be Vegan’ Is the Perfect Gift for the Vegan-Curious (Exclusive)
‘72 Reasons to Be Vegan,’ a new book from Gene Stone and Kathy Freston, is the perfect gift for the vegan-curious.
6 Eco-Friendly Dog Beds to Keep Nap Time Sustainable
These eco-friendly dog beds will help keep your dog’s nap time as planet-friendly as possible.
‘Seaspiracy’: 8 Major Takeaways About the Fishing Industry From the Netflix Doc
'Seaspiracy' just hit Netflix, and the documentary exposes various environmental and human rights injustices in the fishing industry.
A Thailand Supermarket Is Using Banana Leaves Instead of Plastic Produce Packaging
A Thai supermarket is using discarded banana leaves instead of plastic to bundle produce.
Formerly Homeless Man Moves Into the First 3D-Printed Tiny Home
A previously homeless man is the first person to live in a 3D-printed tiny house, built by ICON and New Story.
Why Does the Sky Turn Green Before a Tornado?
Why does the sky turn green before a tornado? Do green skies really mean a tornado is coming?
Corona Rolls Out Biodegradable Six-Packs Made From Barley Waste
Corona is rolling out biodegradable six-pack packaging that's made from barley, which is composed of waste from the beer-making process.
The Evolution of Greta Thunberg
How did Greta Thunberg go from quiet teenager to internationally famous climate activist? Here's a look at her past few years.
Biden May Allocate $1 Trillion to Fighting Climate Change, Under Proposed Economic Plan
President Joe Biden and his advisers are preparing to unveil a $3 trillion dollar economic plan in Congress, part of which would fight the climate crisis.
How "Forever Chemicals" Are Affecting Fertility, Sperm Count, and Even Penis Size
Toxic forever chemicals are affecting human fertility, sperm count, sexual satisfaction and desire, and even penis size.
Endangered Whale Species Welcomed a Record 18 Calves This Season
This calving season has been the most successful for the North Atlantic right whale since 2013, with 18 newborns spotted as of mid-March 2021.
Seaweed Reduces Cows' Methane Emissions, Study Finds — but There's a Better Solution
Feeding cattle seaweed could reduce their methane emissions by 82 percent — but why are we trying to fix this broken, polluting industry?
Baked Oats Are Taking Over TikTok: Try These Easy Vegan Recipes
What exactly is baked oats? TikTok's latest food trend is a sweet twist on a classic breakfast.
NASA Launches 2.9-Ton Bundle of Space Junk Into Orbit
Space junk is a serious problem — and NASA just ordered the International Space Station to release a 2.9-ton pile of space debris into orbit.
2021’s Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen Are Here, With New Pesticide-Laden Veg (Exclusive)
The 2021 Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen have been unveiled by the EWG, advising U.S. shoppers on what produce to buy organic.
Virginia Passes Act Banning Animal Testing for Cosmetics
Virginia just banned animal testing for cosmetics, as well as the sale of cosmetics that were tested on animals.
Senate Confirms First Native American Cabinet Member, Deb Haaland as Interior Secretary
Rep. Deb Haaland has been confirmed as the Secretary of the Interior by the Senate, making her the first Native American to ever hold a presidential Cabinet position.
Zero-Waste Lip Balms — Natural, Cruelty-Free, and Vegan Options
There are endless zero-waste lip balms that are also cruelty-free, vegan, made with natural ingredients, and plastic-free!
You Can Finally Buy Lia, the Flushable, Zero-Waste Pregnancy Test
Lia, the first biodegradable, flushable, and zero-waste pregnancy test, is finally available.
How Zero-Waste Chef Max La Manna Is Fighting the Climate Crisis With Food
Chef Max La Manna keeps his kitchen zero-waste and vegan — and he wrote a book called "More Plants Less Waste" to help you do the same.
These Zero-Waste Influencers Don't Care About Being Perfect: "This Idea of Perfection Is Impossible"
Zero-waste influencers can sometimes focus too much on perfectionism — but these bloggers are keeping it real by sharing their trash.
Environmentalists Demand Biden Shut Down the Line 3 Pipeline
What exactly is the Line 3 pipeline? Environmentalists are demanding Biden shut it down.
7 Women Killing It in the Environmental Space, In Honor of International Women's Day
This International Women's Day, celebrate the women killing it in the environmental space.
Celebrate International Women's Day With These Books by Women About the Climate
International Women's Day is every March 8 — honor women in the climate movement by picking up one of these books.
10 Young Climate Activists Changing the World, in Honor of International Women's Day
In honor of International Women’s Day 2021, here are 10 young women climate activists who are undoubtedly changing the world.
Coronavirus Caused Global Emissions to Plummet — Then Sharply Rise
Even though we produced 6 percent less emissions in 2020 than we did in 2019, by the end of 2020, emissions were even higher than they were before the pandemic.
Antarctic Ice Shelf Loses 490-Square-Mile Iceberg — a Decade in the Making
The Brunt Ice Shelf in Antarctica just lost a massive iceberg.
'Seaspiracy' on Netflix Will Uncover the Fishing Industry's Environmental Secrets
The upcoming original Netflix documentary Seaspiracy plans to uncover some of the fishing industry's deepest secrets.
H&M Is Using Cactus Leather in New “Science Story” Collection
H&M is using eco-friendly vegan cactus leather in its new Science Story collection.
25 of NYC's Best Vegan Restaurants: A Guide to the Best Options for Every Price Point
New York City's vegan restaurants are at the top of their game — here are 25 of our favorites.
Celebrities Who Started Sustainable Slow Fashion Brands
We commend these five celebrities for using their platform to shine a light on sustainable fashion with their fashion brands.
Customers Boycotted These "Sustainable" Fashion Brands After BLM Scandals — How Have The Companies Followed Up?
Everlane, Reformation, and other "sustainable" brands were under fire in the summer of 2020 for racism — but how have things changed, seven months later?
Why Are Bats Protected? We Depend on These "Misunderstood" Little Creatures
Why are bats protected by the Endangered Species Act? Bats are incredibly important animals.
Israel Oil Spill Covered Endangered Turtles in Tar — Here's How Mayo Is Saving Them
In the wake of the 2021 Israel oil spill, helpers discovered a unique way to clean tar-covered sea turtles: feeding them mayo.
How Nonprofit Generation Green Is Fighting for Environmental Liberation
To learn more about environmental liberation, we interviewed Generation Green founder Destiny Hodges.
Volunteers Save 28 Beached Whales on New Zealand Beach in Three-Day Rescue Mission
Hundreds of volunteers and medics worked together in a three-day rescue mission to save 28 beached whales in New Zealand.
Why Does Silver Melt Ice? Here's How to Tell If Your Silver Jewelry Is Real
Is it true that real silver melts ice? And if so, why does silver melt ice?