The Environmental Benefits of Choosing Repairs Over Replacements
Many homeowners wait to update their appliances until an existing one fails; they might consider repairing those appliances instead
Clean Energy News & Solutions
Clean energy refers to the sourcing of energy from renewable sources.
Beyond Giga: How BaRupOn Is Redefining Sustainability Through Self-Sustaining Power
Balaji Tammabattula, the Founder of BaRupOn, he has spent years designing projects that merge sustainability with real-world energy independence.
Three Strategic Moves for Cleanly Powering AI Data Centers
ESG commitments, shareholder resolutions, and rising scrutiny from institutional capital are driving data center operators to aggressively pursue net-zero goals.
Legendary Primatologist Jane Goodall Dies at 91 —Death Certificate Reveals Cause
Jane Goodall passed away on the morning of Oct. 1, 2025, while in Los Angeles, on a speaking tour. Get the details on her cause of death here.
Texas Just Shattered Solar Power Records, So Will My Electricity Bill Go Down?
Texas is experiencing a surge in solar power. With all this new solar power flooding the grid, will my monthly electricity bill actually go down?
Powering California's Future: How the State Can Meet a Historic Energy Demand
In the coming years, California expects to see the largest increase in electricity demand in its history, which will create an enormous challenge for its grid.
Fact Check: Is There Such a Thing as "Clean Coal as Trump Claims?"
Clean coal is a phrase used to describe the carbon emissions from coal burning, but it doesn't mean that coal can be burned without concequence.
ICE Energy: The True Unicorn to Save Homeowners Money This Summer
ICE Energy is a game-changer when it comes to home cooling systems that reduce electricity bills and minimize environmental impact.
Adam Cohen Launches Adtech Innovator STIC, Turns Cars Into Mobile Ads with Advanced Tracking and Customization
Adam Cohen has officially launched his startup STIC, which enables drivers to earn money by turning their cars into mobile billboards.
Adam Cohen’s STIC to Launch: Revolutionizing Mobile Advertising and Promoting Clean Air Vehicles
Adam Cohen is the entrepreneur behind the startup Stic, which allows drivers to earn income by transforming vehicles into mobile billboards.
EVPassport CEO Hooman Shahidi to Speak at 2024 Concordia Annual Summit on Infrastructure, Sustainability, and Technology
EVPassport CEO Hooman Shahidi is a featured speaker at the 2024 Concordia Annual Summit during UN General Assembly Week.
The 5 Best Electric Fireplaces To Give Your Home an Energy-Efficient Glow Up
Electric fireplaces give all the ambiance and supplemental heat without the toxic emissions associated with a high-maintenance wood-burning stove.
Solight Design Founder Alice Chun Is a Sun Goddess: Inside Her Origami-Inspired Solar Lanterns (Exclusive)
Solight Design founder Alice Chun got candid with Green Matters about inventing sustainable, collapsable solar lanterns and illuminating the world the clean way.
Watch All of the Super Bowl's EV Ads — Including Christopher Walken's BMW Spot
A wide range of electric car commercials aired during the Super Bowl, and we've rounded up our favorites.
Forget the Landfill! Your Waste Coffee Grounds Can Make Concrete 30 Percent Stronger
our waste coffee grounds end up in landfills. RMIT researchers have figured out a way to turn waste coffee grounds into sustainable concrete.
"Hurricane-Proof" Home Designs Are Sustainable and Sturdy — Here's How They Work
Do "hurricane-proof" homes really exist? Several architectural companies are taking on natural disasters and sustainability with their designs.
Green Hydrogen: What It Is, How It Stacks up Against Blue Hydrogen, and More
What is green hydrogen? It may be a trendy new sustainable fuel, but how does it match up against blue hydrogen? Here's what to know.
7 Facts You Didn’t Know About Wind Energy
How much do you know about wind power? Windmills and wind turbines may seem like simple machines, but these facts about them are sure to surprise you.
Yes, Coal Has Its Advantages — but Can It Play a Role in a Zero-Emissions Future?
There are advantages to coal that renewable energy sources are working to equal or replace. What are the main benefits of using coal?
Load Shedding in South Africa Is an Energy Crisis You Might Not Know About
Load Shedding in South Africa is an enormous energy crisis — here's what to know about the situation.
Are There Any Negatives of Solar Panels? Be Aware of These Solar Energy Limitations
Before going solar, know the pros and the cons of this option. These 7 disadvantages of solar energy might mean delaying solar panels.
Debunking Claims Around the Diesel Shortage — Here's What to Know
False claims about an extreme diesel shortage sent people in a panic in late 2022. Here are the facts around the diesel shortage.
The Only Helium Storage Facility Is Being Sold — Amidst a Global Helium Shortage
Helium, a nonrenewable element found when extracting natural gas, is running out. Here's what you need to know about the shortage.
Navigating Flaws in the Electric Vehicle Transition
There's an inconvenient truth about electric cars. Despite all of their benefits, there are important flaws with EVs.
Deep Well Injection Technology: Can It Cause Earthquakes?
Deep well injection has been common practice for storing liquid wastes for decades, but there are concerns about serious environmental issues.
How to Keep Your Solar Panels Clean to Improve Their Performance
Learning how to clean solar your solar panels can be a money-saver. Here are some tips for cleaning solar panels safely and effectively.
What to Know About Fukushima’s Exclusion Zone and Nuclear Mutations
The Fukushima exclusion zone is the result of a nuclear disaster in 2011. Keep reading to learn more about nuclear mutations and the earthquake that started it all.
Is the U.S. Banning Gas Stoves? New York Set to Ban Them in 2026
Is a nationwide ban on natural gas stoves in the cards?
Germany No Longer Uses Nuclear Energy, After Closing Its Last Three Plants
Germany no longer uses nuclear energy after closing its last three plants, which is a major clean energy win.
Nuclear Power Isn't As Clean As It the Industry Makes It Seem
Nuclear energy causes pollution — but in a different way than other energy sources.
Are There Giant Catfish Swimming Around the Cooling Ponds of Chernobyl?
A study on the fish of Chernobyl, including the giant Wels catfish, offers another clue in understanding the long-term effects of radiation exposure.
Lamborghini Phased Out Gas-Only Cars — And Released Its First Hybrid
Lamborghini has discontinued its gas-only cars and just released its first hybrid vehicle, .
Iceland Is Using Geothermal Energy to Heat up the Country
Iceland is using geothermal energy to heat up the country in a way that's safe for the environment, and uses resources already available to do it.
From Abandoned to Acclaimed: How Chernobyl's Dogs are Becoming Key Players in Nuclear Research
Discover how the dogs of Chernobyl are revolutionizing our understanding of radiation exposure in this shocking and informative article!
Does the Chernobyl Mutant Spider Exist — or Is It Just an Urban Legend?
Is the Chernobyl mutant spider just an urban legend, or is radiation exposure at the Chernobyl nuclear plant causing mutations in insects?
Here’s the Main Difference Between Windmills and Wind Turbines
Although it may seem like windmills and wind turbines are the same, they actually have some key differences in how they work.
Could Reflecting the Sun Away From Earth Reduce Global Warming? What to Know About Solar Radiation Management
The UN had experts conduct more research on a somewhat controversial method of reducing global heating, called solar radiation management, solar radiation modification or solar geoengineering.
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."
The Real Cost of Charging an Electric Car — Is It Cheaper Than Gas?
For electric cars, the cost of charging largely depends on the model of the car and charging station; however, there is a trend: it’s cheaper than gas.
‘Never Have I Ever’ Actress Maitreyi Ramakrishnan Shows off Her Swanky New Polestar EV
‘Never Have I Ever’ actress Maitreyi Ramakrishnan took to Instagram yesterday to show off her new Polestar EV — here's what to know about the car.
Swapping Oil Wells for Geothermal Energy Storage: What Are the Pros and Cons?
Oil has been considered the planet's leading energy source for decades, but oil wells are now being converted to geothermal energy storage. What are the pros and cons?
Niagara Falls Tunnel Tours Open to the Public, Beneath Old Hydroelectric Power Plant
A tunnel under Niagara Falls is now part of the tour experience at this world wonder.
EPA Tackles Pollution by Tightening Truck Emission Restrictions
The EPA has restricted truck emissions in an effort to lower air pollution.
With Wind Droughts, Comes No Wind Power
The wind is a renewable energy source, but it fails to remain constant.
Rechargeable Light Bulbs Are Helpful in a Pinch — Especially Around the Holidays
Rechargeable light bulbs are a newer way to be more eco-friendly while also helping you out in a pinch, should you lose power unexpectedly.
Edison Light Bulbs Are Phasing Out — But Why? They’re Inefficient.
The original light bulb is being replaced by a new LED vintage bulb, however, are these really the most economic and sustainable option?
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.
Can You Get Free Solar Panels From the U.S. Government? There Are Incentives
Can you get free solar panels from the government? Here's the truth behind that question and what you need to know to qualify for the panels.
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.
2023 Toyota Prius: Details, When and Where to Get It, and More on the New Hybrid Model
When will the 2023 Toyota Prius be available? The Japanese car company released details on its newest model from its popular line of hybrids.