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5 Gender Reveal Alternatives, Because the Archaic Celebration Totally Sucks
Gender reveals are outdated — they're totally archaic, as they reinforce gender stereotypes, they're also often wasteful and sometimes dangerous.Ecosia Founder Christian Kroll on How His Eco-Friendly Search Engine Fights Climate Change (Exclusive)
Christian Kroll tells us about Ecosia, his nonprofit search engine that donates its profits to plant trees.This Truck Does Free Mobile Laundry for LA’s Homeless Residents (Exclusive)
The Laundry Truck LA provides free laundry services for people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles.This Campaign Aims to Remove Single-Use Plastic From TV and Movies (Exclusive)
The “Lights, Camera, Plastic?” campaign aims to convince TV and film productions to opt for reusable, eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastic on screen.Why Eco-Friendly MLB Pitcher Daniel Norris Lives in a Van (Exclusive)
Detroit Tigers pitcher Daniel Norris lives in a Volkswagen van in the offseason to keep his lifestyle sustainable.Oregon's Bootleg Fires Are Creating Extreme Weather Conditions in the PNW
Oregon's Bootleg fire was ignited on July 6, and has blazed through the Pacific Northwest. Keep reading for more on its causes and locations.New Doc ‘Meat Me Halfway’ Encourages Reducetarian Diets With Powerful Storytelling (Exclusive)
Brian Kateman, creator of the reducetarian movement, is premiering his new documentary 'Meat Me Halfway' on streaming platforms on July 20, 2021.How Has COVID Impacted the Environment? Recovery Has Taken a Huge Toll on Planet Earth
Not only has COVID relief been incredibly expensive, but it's also taken a massive toll on the environment.23-Year-Old TikToker Lives in His Car in the Backcountry to Inspire Climate Action (Exclusive)
Alex Haraus, at the young age of 23, has spent the past year living in his car in the backcountry, raising awareness for the climate crisis on TikTok.Shade Balls Are Meant to Conserve Water — but They Also Pose a Few Problems
Shade balls are an unusual method for conserving water, but are they as problematic as some people believe them to be?How the Worldwide Heat Waves Are Related to Climate Change
Heat waves are becoming more and more frequent, and climate change is the culprit.Canada Is Battling More Than 180 Wildfires: Spots to Avoid If You Plan to Travel There
The destructive Canadian wildfires are a clear result of climate change-driven heat waves.Goat Herd Moves Into NYC Park for the Summer to Eat Invasive Weeds
The second annual Running of the Goats in Riverside Park celebrated five goats moving into the NYC park for the summer to manage weeds.5 of the Worst Wildfires in Modern History — and Their Connection to Climate Change
Wildfires are one of the most destructive natural disasters in existence, and some of the very worst have happened in recent years.‘Big Brother’ Slop Looks Pretty Gross — but Is It Vegan?
'Big Brother's' famous slop is a disgusting, albeit healthy mix, but is it vegan?Forest Fires Are Raging in Montana, Likely Due to Climate Change
Forest fires in Montana have been raging since the start of summer 2021, but what caused these dangerous disasters in the first place?What to Know About the Now-Canceled Byhalia Connection Pipeline
Earlier this month, Mississippi residents celebrated the cancellation of the Byhalia Connection Pipeline — here's what you should know about its history.A Zero-Waste Chef Gives Tips on Reducing Your Impact in the Kitchen (Exclusive)
Zero food waste chef, Ian Thurwachter, gave Green Matters tips on reducing your waste in the kitchen, and told us how his lifestyle impacts his cooking.The Heat Wave Is Frying Your Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, and Wine
How does the heat wave affect crops? Farmers across many western U.S. states are currently grappling with the unusually high summer temperatures.Mourning the Death of TikTok Star and Animal Enthusiast, Caitlyn Loane
What happened to Caitlyn Loane? The TikTok star and animal lover sadly lost her life to suicide this week, leaving family, friends, and fans in mourning.Amanda Hearst Shares Her “Green Routine” and Thoughts on Sustainable Fashion (Exclusive)
Amanda Hearst, the heiress to the Hearst corporation, is a huge advocate for animals and sustainable fashion.The 2021 Climate Summit: What You Need to Know About COP26
The return of the 2021 climate summit brings even more global support in the fight against climate change.Amazing Rehabilitation Program Has Incarcerated People Training Rescue Dogs (Exclusive)
Green Matters caught up the founder of Marley's Mutts Rescue Ranch, on their program that has incarcerated people training rescue dogs so they can get adopted.Sustainability at the Tokyo Olympics: A Look Into the Recycled Medals, Podiums, and Eco Initiatives
The Tokyo Olympics have a number of sustainability initiatives.Despite Fervent Denials, Exxon Knew About Climate Change All Along
Exxon has denied climate change for decades, but the company knew the damage it was causing all along.Old Bra Clasps Help Turtles in Need at This Wildlife Rescue (Exclusive)
Some wildlife rehabilitation facilities use bra clasps to help mend broken turtle shells.Pollution Independence Day 2021: How to Get Involved and Support the Earth Bill
Friday, July 2, marks Pollution Independence Day, a day of climate action organized by a coalition of environmental groups.Avoid These PFAS Chemicals, or "Forever Chemicals" At All Costs
PFAS chemicals are some of the longest-lasting compounds around, but why are these “forever chemicals” so dangerous?9 Inspiring Olympians Who Swear by Their Plant-Based Diets
These inspiring vegan olympians are making world records while endorsing a plant-based diet.How This Grassroots Organization Is Fighting for Environmental Justice in Flint (Exclusive)
ETM Flint was founded to advance environmental justice in Flint and fight the water crisis’ lingering effects.Several Western U.S. Cities Impose Bans on July 4 Fireworks to Prevent Wildfires
Several Western U.S. states have banned fireworks for July 4, in an attempt to prevent wildfires across the state.Couple In Joshua Tree Fined for Destroying Iconic Desert Vegetation
Who are Jeffrey Walter and Jonetta Nordberg-Walter? The couple, who recently bought Joshua Tree property, was fined for destroying native vegetation.‘Big Timber’ Is Coming to Netflix — but Is Logging Environmentally Problematic?
Netflix’s ‘Big Timber’ uncovers the extraordinary lives of the people who make a living in Vancouver Island’s logging industry.Sea Snot: A Nauseating Nuisance Plaguing Planet Earth's Oceans
Sea snot is a disgusting new issue affecting our planet’s oceans, but why is this slimy substance such a problem?5 Famous Tennis Players Who Follow Vegan Diets
These five world-famous tennis players have opted to follow a healthy and environmentally-conscious vegan diet.How Climate Change Played a Hand In the Miami Condo Collapse
A few days after the Surfside, Fla. tragedy, experts are now saying that climate change may have played a role in the Miami condo's collapse.Lucy Hale Shares Her “Green Routine” and Dog Adoption Story (Exclusive)
Lucy Hale recently caught up with us to share her “Green Routine,” dish on her upcoming film, and more.A Major Buzzkill: Why the Honey Industry Isn't Great for the Environment
Honey is often touted as an all-natural product, but the honey industry actually has many adverse effects on the environment.Is Sanjay Gupta Vegan? Unpacking the ‘Jeopardy’ Guest Host’s Cure for Heart Disease
'Jeopardy' guest host Dr. Sanjay Gupta is a longtime proponent of veganism, but is he a vegan himself?Rachel Bilson Dishes on Her New ‘The O.C.’ Podcast and Her “Green Routine” (Exclusive)
Rachel Bilson recently caught up with Green Matters to share her "Green Routine" and dish on her new podcast, 'Welcome to the O.C. Bitches.'U.K. to Ban Zoos and Safaris From Keeping Elephants
A new U.K. law will prevent zoos from keeping elephants in captivity.How Sutton Foster's Daughter Inspires Her to Protect the Planet (Exclusive)
Sutton Foster, legendary Broadway actress and master crafter, recently shared her Green Routine with Green Matters.Cicadas Prefer Dry Climates — So What Happens to Them When It Rains?
After living underground for 17 years, cicadas are starting to emerge once again — but what do these formerly subterranean insects do when it rains?The International Olympic Committee Is Planting an "Olympic Forest" in Mali and Senegal
The International Olympic Committee has announced plans to plant an Olympic Forest across Mali and Senegal, as part of the Great Green Wall initiative.Lego Unveils Recycled Plastic Bricks — but You Can't Buy Them Just Yet
Lego has revealed a recycled plastic Lego brick prototype, which could help reduce the company's plastic output.Oregon Legalizes Human Composting and Water Cremation for the Departed
Oregon’s Governor Kate Brown has signed HB 2574 into law, which permits funeral homes to compost human bodies via natural organic reduction.Find Out Which Major Supermarkets Are the Most and Least Sustainable
Brightly just published a sustainability ranking of seven of the biggest American stores: including Aldi, Costco, Kroger, Target, Trader Joe’s, Walmart, and Whole Foods.These Gluten-Free Pasta Straws Will Brighten Up Your Cocktail, Sustainably (Exclusive)
These gluten-free pasta straws are one of a kind, and a solid alternative to single-use plastic or paper straws.Activist Wins Environmental Prize for Preventing Toxic Plastics Plant in “Cancer Alley”
Activist Sharon Lavigne ran a ground-breaking grassroots campaign in Louisiana's Cancer Alley, to prevent the construction of a plastic plant.
