NewsWhy This Dutch Town Installed Bat-Friendly LED Street LightsTo keep rare bat species in an area where they thrive, a community that's already created nearly 100 sustainable homes is changing their street lights. These new red LED bulbs will allow humans to continue operating at night while the bats can avoid it.
NewsEndangered Mountain Gorilla Population Is On The Rise Despite Challenges Mountain gorillas remain an endangered species, but conservation efforts such as regulated tourism and habitat protection has increased their population over the last 35 years. It's jumped 25 percent in a specific African region in the past eight years.
News'Slow Food' Movement Heads To China To Promote Local FoodsChina continues to deal with rising population in their cities, and that includes immigration from other regions of the country. To promote local food growth, 1,000 "Slow Food" villages will be created in an effort to educate those on culture and sustainability.
CommunityThis App Encourages People To Take Pictures Of Their Trash To Make Recycling EasierOne of the biggest databases of pollution that's been picked up off the streets has been upgraded to make the experience easier. Litterati, downloadable on iOS and Android devices, now allows for better collaboration, advanced tagging, and easier photo uploads.
Everything You Need To Know About Organic Sunscreen Before Hitting The Beach
With the summer fast approaching, plans for sunny beach days and long hiking trips are not far away. Before grabbing your next sunscreen off the shelf, read on to learn how to choose the best type of sunscreen while avoiding the sun’s harmful UV rays.
This Detroit Non-Profit Created A Shipping Container Farm To Feed Their Community
The automaker has partnered with a local charity to grow year-round produce and teach children about farming.
Announcing The Winners Of Our #WorkGreen Challenge
And the winners are...
GrubTubs Turns Restaurant Waste Into Nutrient-Dense Animal Feed
A Q&A with GrubTubs founder Robert Olivier, who uses food waste from restaurants to help family farmers create nutrient-dense animal feed.
This Toilet Provides Safe Sanitation Without Plumbing Or Electricity
This innovative membrane creates a sanitation system that makes clean toilets accessible to low-income households, which could potentially change the lives of billions.
Green Matters Is Hiring Freelance Writers!
We want your original, reported stories on sustainability.
This Company Is Refashioning Old T-Shirts To Fight Climate Change Denial
Fashion resale company thredUP partnered with 12 artists to transform a line of 1,000 secondhand T-shirts into eco-action by printing designs that react to the statement, "Climate change isn't real."
These Small Greenhouses Are Helping Farmers In India Combat Climate Change
Farmers in India have struggled with rising temperatures that lead to less crop yields. It's generated crippling debts and, sadly, suicides at an alarming rate. To combat this, a startup is creating affordable greenhouses and services for higher farming efficiency.
The Surface Of This Luxury High-Rise Helps Clean NYC's Air
One of New York's most extravagant high-rise residential buildings not only impresses visually, but it also removes harmful chemicals from the air. 570 Broome's exterior has a unique technology that removes nitrogen dioxide with sunlight and self cleans its surface.
-1523299895213.jpg)
#WorkGreen And Win: Celebrating Earth Day With WeWork And Green Matters
We’re teaming up with the WeWork community to celebrate Earth Day 2018 and host our first-ever #workgreen challenge -- and you could win big!
Public Libraries Are Giving Out Seeds In The Name Of Sustainability
Hundreds of public libraries across the country are handing out free seeds to help maintain biodiversity—and community.
University Of Virginia Tries Compostable Sheets For Freshman Orientation
The University of Virginia is using 100 percent compostable sheets to reduce its environmental impact during freshman orientation this year.
Birkenstock Launches Natural Skincare Line In Sustainable Packaging
They might be known for their sandals and shoes, but they have expanded their product offerings into an unlikely industry. The footwear company now offers a line of natural skincare products.
This Eco-Friendly Device Can Heat Your Room In Just 15 Minutes
This small and portable dome can heat, scent, and humidify a space for a handful of pennies a day.