How to Make Your Own Reusable Mask
Learn how you can make your own mask to protect yourself and your family.
PSA: Shutting Off the Faucet While Washing Your Hands Could Save Gallons of Water Daily
We've seen the memes, we've sang happy birthday, we've channeled our inner surgeons; now it's time to shut the water off.
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.
9 Eco-Friendly Toys to Keep Your Kids Entertained While in Quarantine
To keep your kids occupied during the COVID-19 quarantine, invest in a few new eco-friendly toys from sustainable brands.
Humane Society Asks Government to Make Animal Protection "Essential" During Coronavirus
Governments should deem animal services such as vets "essential" during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Jane Fonda's Fire Drill Friday Protests Go Digital Due to Coronavirus — How to Participate
Jane Fonda just announced that Fire Drill Fridays is going digital — and anyone around the world can tune in and get involved.
Earth Hour 2020: How to Participate From Home
Earth Hour is going digital this year — here's how you can participate from home.
This Is How Air Pollution Impacts the Human Body
Pollution affects everyone and everything — from our environment to animals to humans. It’s not just detrimental to one area of life; it can be dangerous for all of it.
Resources and Activities for Teaching Children About the Environment During Quarantine
Here are 6 resources for keeping kids interested in the environment while in quarantine.
Greta Thunberg Believes She Had COVID-19, Encourages Others to Self-Isolate
Greta Thunberg and her father have been self-isolating and experiencing symptoms of the novel coronavirus.
Wales Is Building a $5.9 Million National Forest That Will Run Through the Entire Country
The forest will be a "connected ecological network of woodland."
National Parks Offer Free Admission to Encourage Social Distancing While Embracing Nature
COVID-19 has prompted the National Park Service to waive admission fees.
Gisele Bundchen Shares Advice for Teaching Kids About Sustainability: Lead by Example
Gisele Bündchen penned a personal essay for Marie Claire about how protecting the environment has seeped into every aspect of her life.
Greta Thunberg Launches #ClimateStrikeOnline Amidst Coronavirus: How to Participate
Greta Thunberg's weekly climate strike is going digital — and she wants you to participate.
These Companies Are Making Vegan Leather Out of Plants Instead of Plastic
There's no need for leather when you have plant-based leathers like these!
Public Transportation Is Now Free in Luxembourg
Luxembourg just launched free public transport across the country, on buses, trains, and trams.
Everything to Know About Organic Burial Pods
Unfortunately, even dying isn’t always eco-friendly.
New York's Plastic Bag Ban Goes Into Effect March 1: Everything New Yorkers Need to Know
New York state is banning single-use plastic bags on March 1 — here's how the new law will work.
Grocery Shopping Online vs. Delivery vs. In-Store — Which Has the Lowest Emissions?
A new study believes this is the lowest-impact way to buy consumable groceries.
What Is Extinction Rebellion? The Climate Group's Protests Are Shaking the Planet
Extinction Rebellion is known for staging eye-catching, creative peaceful protests.
7 Zero-Waste Podcasts Filled With Sustainable Living Inspiration
These sustainable living podcasts feature helpful interviews, tips, and more.
Is Palm Oil Bad? Everything You Need to Know About the Controversial Ingredient
Here are answers to some of the internet's most-asked questions about palm oil.
FDA Lab Animals Can Now Be Adopted Instead of Euthanized After Experiments
A new FDA policy will no longer require animals used for lab experiments to be killed after testing is complete.
What Is the Green New Deal?
You’ve probably heard a lot about the Green New Deal — but do you know what it even entails? Learn everything you need to know.
Super Bowl Donates 35,000 Pounds of Leftover Food to People in Need
Food waste was avoided at the Super Bowl by diverting 35,000 pounds of leftovers to local shelters.
What Is the Paris Agreement? Everything You've Been Wondering About the Landmark Climate Accord
Here's exactly what the Paris Agreement does.
Tips for an Eco-Friendly Valentine's Day
Check out our best tips for a low-impact day of love.
Here’s How Fracking Causes Water Pollution
You’ve probably heard a lot about fracking, but there’s still likely a lot you don’t know about it.
Staples Center to Compost Flowers Left at the Kobe Bryant Memorial
The Staples Center is making the world a brighter place using the flowers left to commemorate Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna.
Jane Goodall Plans to Plant 5 Million Trees (Just This Year!)
Jane Gooddall is proving the power of everyone doing their part by planting 5 million trees this year alone.
Climate Change Could Destroy Vineyards, Collapse the Wine Industry
Climate change touches every part of your life — and now it’s coming for your wine.
Madagascar to Plant 60 Million Trees to Help Fight Climate Change
Madagascar is taking drastic (and necessary) measures to help protect its biodiversity.
These Are the Causes of Global Warming (Plus, Learn What You Can Do to Make a Difference)
To help do your part to stop or slow global warming, it’s important to also understand the causes of global warming.
What It’s Like to Create New Non-Dairy Products for a Major Company
We interviewed Silk's Senior Manager of Product Development to learn all about developing new non-dairy milks.
Cosmetics Tested on Animals Are Now Prohibited to Sell in California — With a Few Exceptions
California's Cruelty-Free Cosmetics Act just went into effect.
For Earth Day, Students Will Strike for 72 Hours: "Inaction Is Not an Option"
Students will strike for three days in honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.
Taco Bell Is Developing Sustainable Packaging and Making Dining Easier For Vegetarians
Taco Bell's 2020 commitments focus on sustainability.
Fact-Checking the Anti-Greta Thunberg Propaganda — Are Any of the Theories True?
Greta Thunberg's skyrocket to fame has inspired some criticism from climate science deniers — are any of the theories true?
What States Allow Tiny Homes and Where Are Tiny Homes Illegal?
If you’ve made the decision to go tiny, you probably already know that these tiny homes sometimes come with big problems.
How This New Company Is Taking the Waste Out of Restaurant Delivery
DeliverZero is making zero-waste restaurant delivery possible in NYC, slowly but surely.
Why Veganuary Is the Perfect New Year’s Resolution for Reducing Your Impact in 2020
Veganuary director Wendy Matthews shares her best tips for eating vegan for 31 days with Green Matters.
#TeamTrees Hits $20 Million Goal to Help Reforest the Earth
#TeamTrees is officially planting 20 million trees.
Does CBD Cause Liver Damage?
Excuse the cliché, but unless you live under a rock, there is almost no avoiding CBD lately.
What Are the Effects of Global Warming? A Deep Dive Into Climate Change
While you may already know that the effects of global warming are bad and that climate change will inevitably lead to crisis (if we’re not there already), you may be wondering what the in-depth effects of global warming actually are.
9 Holiday Gifts Your Zero-Waste Friend Will Appreciate
This list has more than just your reusable water bottles and stainless steel straws.
10 Experiential Holiday Gift Ideas to Keep Things Zero-Waste
Share experiences, not waste.
Vegetarian vs. Vegan: What's the Difference?
Here's everything you are wondering about the different lifestyles.
What Are Cruelty-Free Products Tested On?
The label of “cruelty-free” isn’t regulated by the FDA — so what does it really mean to be cruelty-free?
Jane Goodall On the Power of "Reaching People's Hearts" as Climate Activism
"The point is to take actual action. To do your bit."
Ocean Pollution by Country: See the Worst Offenders
Though some countries are worse than others when it comes to ocean pollution, it’s a problem that affects all of us.
These Remedies Will Relieve Your Heartburn – Naturally
If you have ever experienced a burning pain in your upper or mid-chest, a pain that may worsen while lying down, then you know the frustrating discomfort of heartburn.
How Is Your Carbon Footprint Measured?
As we live, breathe, drive cars, and cut down trees, we as a people emit greenhouse gases into the air. This is marked by what’s called a carbon footprint.
Benefits of Vegan Diet: How it Will Affect Your Health, the Planet, and More
The benefits of veganism extend far beyond your health.
Alex Trebek Once Donated $2 Million of Land for Conservation
Alex Trebek once purchased more than 60 acres of land and donated it to a Los Angeles conservancy.
What Do I Do With Non-Recyclable Plastic? (And How Do I Identify It?)
Not all materials are created equal and certainly not all plastic is, either.
Are Plastic Straws Recyclable?
You don’t have to self-identify as an eco-warrior to know that straws are having a moment right now.
Ponix Is Bringing Local Produce to Food Deserts With Hydroponic Technology
“We believe everybody should have access to fresh food,” the Ponix CEO tells Green Matters.
Are GMOs Sustainable?
How exactly do GMOs affect the environment?
Hundreds of YouTubers Just Planted 5.6 Million Trees to Fight the Climate Crisis
#TeamTrees.
David Burtka Is a Meat-Eater, But He Loves Vegan Meat: "You Really Can’t Taste the Difference"
David Burtka sat down with Green Matters to share his love of vegan meat.
Bill Making Animal Cruelty a Felony Nationwide Passes in the House
The PACT Act is one step closer to becoming a federal law.
Why the Greenhouse Effect Is Important: How It Works and Causes Global Warming
The greenhouse effect is why so many of the things we do are hurting the planet.
How to Recycle Old Electronics, No Matter the Condition
There are plenty of options for giving your old technology new life.
What Can Go in the Compost? Here's Our Ultimate Guide
Reduce your waste and lower your impact!
Can Clothing Be Recycled? How to Give Your Old Clothes New Life
Clothing recycling isn't as complicated as it sounds — here's a guide.
Natural Remedies for High Blood Pressure
A few lifestyle changes can make a huge difference.
These Remedies Will Treat Your Anxiety — Naturally
Want to treat your anxiety the all-natural way? Try these natural remedies!
California Bill Prohibits Circuses From Using Wild Animals
The California Assembly just passed a bill that will ban circuses from using almost all kinds of animals.
Little Rock Expands Program That Pays the Homeless to Collect Litter
The Bridge to Work program is expanding in Little Rock.
Which Plants Attract Butterflies? Support Pollinators With a Butterfly Garden on Your Lawn
Make butterflies feel at home in your very own backyard.
Do Vegans Eat Honey?
Have you ever wondered why some people don't eat honey?
The World Can’t Survive Without the Amazon: Here’s Why
The fires in the Amazon aren’t just affecting those who live there — it’s also affecting you.
How to Fight the Climate Crisis at Home: Small Tips for Making Big Change
Do your part to help stop climate change.
An Unlikely Funeral: Iceland Lays to Rest a Deceased Glacier
The glacier's funeral is a wake-up call to protect the Earth.
Reef-Friendly Sunscreen — Why It's Important, Plus Our Recommendations
Here's everything you need to know about sunscreen and coral reefs.
How Plastic Straws Affect the Ocean and Sea Turtles
Are plastic straws really that bad?
Why Toxic Blue-Green Algae Blooms Have Killed 4 Dogs This Week
How to Use Coffee Grounds in Your Home Garden
Coffee grounds have so many applications in the garden.
Eat Plant-Based to Save the Earth, Says Landmark UN Report
Here's what we need to do.
Ultimate Guide to Eco-Friendly School Lunches: Recipes, Lunchboxes, and Everything Else Your Kid May Need
Keep your kid's lunch as zero-waste as possible with these tips.
All the Sea Ice Surrounding Alaska Has Melted — Here's What It Could Mean
Melting ice and rising sea levels could have dire consequences.
Plastic Bottles Can Now Be Recycled in Exchange for Train Fare on the Rome Metro
30 bottles will get you a free ride on the Rome metro.
How to Switch to a Plant-Based Diet: Tips, Resources, and More for Trying Veganism
Here are a few tips to make the transition easier.
Best Environmental Charities to Donate To
Fight the climate crisis with your dollar.
18-Year-Old's Solution to the Microplastic Crisis Wins the Google Science Fair
This could remove 85 percent of microplastics from the ocean.
Single-Use Grocery Bags Are Becoming Obsolete in the U.K.
The U.K.'s 5p fee on bags has been extremely effective.
Why Is Organic Food More Expensive Than Conventional Food?
Here's everything you need to know.
Pay Off Your Parking Ticket By Donating Kitten Supplies to This Animal Shelter
The Muncie police department's recent promotion was a huge success for the animal shelter.
Why Is Locally Grown Food Better for the Environment?
Eating locally is a crucial tenet of sustainable agriculture — which, in turn, helps all living things flourish.
Is Rawhide Bad for Dogs? Everything You Need to Know, Plus Safer Alternatives
Rawhide chews are popular dog treats — but are they safe?
How "Buy Nothing" Facebook Groups Work to Create a Gift Economy in Communities
Give and receive for free in your local Buy Nothing group.
Is Zero-Waste First Aid Possible? These Compostable Bandages Can Help
Have you ever tried compostable bandages?
How to Sustainably Shop at the Farmers Market: 7 of Our Best Tips
The farmers market can even help you save money.
One of the Biggest Giraffe Subspecies Is Officially Endangered
Masai giraffes have gone down in population by almost 50 percent.
Scotland's Wind Energy Just Set a New Record, Putting Country on Track for 100% Renewable Electricity in 2020
Scotland's wind turbines are killing it.
Bees Can Take Refuge on These Bus Stop "Green Roofs"
The bus stops are also great for biodiversity, absorbing carbon, and more.
Jaden Smith Feeds Free Vegan Food to the Homeless From His 'I Love You' Truck
Mark Ruffalo and Don Cheadle Donate to Zero Hour's Youth Climate Summit in Miami
The summit will take place in mid-July.
Are Fireworks Bad for the Environment? Here's What You Need to Know for July 4th
6 Endangered Right Whales Died in June
How Feeding Your Dog a Vegan Diet Can Lower Your Carbon "Pawprint," According to an Expert
Plastic Free July: 5 Tips for Reducing Disposables for the Summer Challenge
Your actions can make a difference.
This Engineer Has Recycled 50 Tons of Plastic Into Fuel
How to Use Soap Nuts to Make Your Laundry Routine Zero-Waste
Interested in finding out how to use soap nuts in your laundry routine?
7 Zero-Waste Uses for Flaxseed Around the House
Get ready to flax up your hair.
633 Scuba Divers Picked Up Trash From the Ocean Floor Together, Breaking a Guinness World Record
The group smashed the world record and recovered thousands of pounds of ocean trash.
Endangered Sea Turtles Are Laying Eggs at Record Pace Along Georgia Coast
Sea turtles could soon be off the endangered list!
This School Cafeteria Is the 'Greenest Restaurant in the World,' So We Interviewed Co-Founder Rebecca Amis
Grocery Store Hilariously Shames Its Customers Into Bringing Reusable Bags
If you don't want people thinking you bought wart ointment, you should probably remember your tote bags.
The Modern Plant Extinction Rate Is the Worst It's Ever Been, According to New Study
Plants are going extinct far too quickly.
Justin Trudeau Announces Canada's Intention to Ban Single-Use Plastic
It's Now Illegal to Keep Dolphins, Whales, and Porpoises in Captivity in Canada
Canada finally passed a bill protecting marine mammals.
Here Are 6 Ways to Celebrate Our Oceans This World Oceans Day
Other than going for a swim, here are six ways to protect oceans in honor of World Oceans Day.
5 Easy Ways to Fight Air Pollution in Honor of World Environment Day
World Environment Day 2019's theme is air pollution.
Carnival Cruises to Pay $20 Million Penalty for Dumping Plastics Into the Ocean
This isn’t their first offense: They previously paid a $40 million penalty for illegally dumping oil-contaminated waste.
This Circus In Germany Is Using Holograms Instead of Real Animals
Children will now be able to enjoy the circus without the animal cruelty.
Michelob ULTRA Is Rewarding Environmentally Conscious NYC Marathon Runners for “Plogging”
To be eligible to win one of the coveted bibs, all you have to do is make the planet a little cleaner.
“Loop” Review: What I Thought of the Milkman Model Platform’s First Delivery Round
Here are my initial thoughts on Loop's first round.
These 11 Baltimore Organizations Fighting Food Waste Just Received Grants for Their Work
All 11 organizations are doing incredible work for their Baltimore communities.
Students in the Philippines Must Plant 10 Trees Before Graduating, Says New Law
The law is called "Graduation Legacy for the Environment Act."
"Eco-Village" That Produces Net Zero Emissions to Break Ground in Baltimore's Tivoly Triangle
The neighborhood will be "net zero," meaning it generates as much energy as it consumes.
'Loop' Launches in the U.S., Bringing Customers the Products They Love in a Milkman Model
"We’re really trying to go back to the imagery of the milkman," Loop VP Tony Rossi tells Green Matters.
It's National Rescue Dog Day — Here's What You Can Do to Celebrate Dogs Today
Adopt, don't shop!
8 Eco-Friendly Swimsuit Brands for All Shapes and Sizes
Your summer swimwear can be cute and sustainable.
England Sets Up Fund to Plant 130,000 Trees in Next Two Years
England will have at least 130,000 more trees planted come 2021.
Clothing, Shoe, and Accessory Options Made From Recycled Ocean Plastic
These products give ocean plastic a new life.
How Broadway Actors Serving as "Green Captains" Are Turning the Great White Way Green
Green Matters spoke with two Broadway Green Captains to learn more.
What Are Microfibers? Here's What You Can Do to Avoid Them
A garment can produce 1,900 microfibers in just one wash cycle.
Why You Should Consider Ethical and Sustainable Diamonds
When it comes to buying a diamond, you should make the ethical and sustainable choice — here’s why.
Your Used Makeup Could Help Animals in Need
Here’s a creative way to keep your used makeup out of the landfill: Donate your used mascara wands to help wildlife in need.
Jason Momoa Raises $31,000 for Beach Cleanups by Ax-Throwing on 'Ellen'
His ax-throwing skills are literally helping the Earth.
A Breakdown of That Gloomy Global Assessment of Environmental Change — Plus, Solutions
We need to protect Mama Earth.
Minnesota House Bans Recreational Wolf Hunting Across the State
Wolf hunting is a hot-button issue in Minnesota.
5 Tips to Get Kids of All Ages Involved in the Kitchen
Your child is about to become your sous-chef.
Oil-Free Cooking Basics: Why People Are Embracing the Trend
Buh-bye, olive oil.
L.A. Announces a Green New Deal for the City, Including a 100 Percent Renewable Electricity Goal
Los Angeles is now the biggest U.S. city to pledge 100 percent clean energy.
Some California Restaurants Are Adding a Climate Change Tax to the Bill
Here's how the new tax will incentive sustainable farming practices.
An Emaciated Baby Dolphin Washed Up With Plastic in Her Stomach in Florida
Edible Seaweed Pouches Replaced Plastic Bottles at London Marathon, Reducing Water Bottle Use
Ooho drink pouches helped the marathon be more sustainable.
Google's 'Your Plan, Your Planet' Game Encourages Users to Make Eco-Friendly Fashion Pledges
The tool has new tips for making your wardrobe more eco-friendly.
Arbor Day Foundation Has Planted 20 Percent of Its 100 Million Tree Goal
Happy Arbor Day!
The Most Eco-Friendly Non-Dairy Milks
There are so many to choose from these days.
‘Today’ Show Introduces “One Green Thing” Challenge to Show Everyone Can Easily Go Green
When it comes to climate action, the Today show believes big change starts with “one small thing” — and we couldn’t agree more.
6 Tips for Zero-Waste Grocery Shopping, Even if You Don't Have a Bulk Section
Just because you don't live near a bulk shop doesn't mean you can't grocery shop sustainably.