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Activist Sharon Lavigne ran a ground-breaking grassroots campaign in Louisiana's Cancer Alley, to prevent the construction of a plastic plant.

Droughts are ravaging the western half of the U.S. and many believe that climate change is the main culprit.

Many people know that cicadas only show up every 17 years, but how long do those cicadas stick around before they go away again?

Netflix’s 'Penguin Town' explores the effect of overfishing on the habitats of an endangered species of African penguin.

'Picture a Scientist' on Netflix challenges gender issues in the science community — here's a look into the three women scientists that star in the documentary.

It's crucial to make sure you aren't over-watering your grass for the sake of your community and the environment — here's how much water it really needs.

Bees have amazing defenses and adaptations, but why do they die after stinging?

Plastic is both a pollutant and a necessary component of our daily lives, but can plastic ever be eco-friendly?

Although less human activity during the pandemic did wonders for the environment, carbon dioxide levels in Earth's atmosphere are now at its highest.

Khloé Kardashian rant about single-use water bottles went viral for all the wrong reasons.

In honor of World Ocean Day 2021, Philippe and Ashlan Cousteau are sharing their top tips for celebrating the ocean at home.

Green Matters caught up with 15-year-old Netflix star, Symera Jackson, on her "Green Routine," in which she detailed her sustainable lifestyle.

World Oceans Day is coming up on June 8, and we're getting ready to celebrate by raising awareness for serious issues the ocean faces regularly.

Pride merch is best when bought from a sustainable, LGBTQ+-owned, small business.

National Trails Day falls on Saturday, June 5, so we spoke with a wide range of hikers across the country to hear their best hiking tips and advice.

Heather Morris of 'Glee' is constantly using her platform to promote sustainable living, so we interviewed her for our Green Routine series.

On June 5, 2021, Meerkat Manor returns to the BBC and Animal Planet, but what can we expect from this new family of meerkats?

Our environment can affect many aspects of our lives, but can the environment change our DNA?

If you have allergies, pollen season can be an irritating, annual ordeal, but how long does it last?

'Vanderpump Dogs' is coming soon — and Dan Babic, whose episode chronicles the story of Babic adopting his rescue dog, spoke with Green Matters about the show.

Is all sunscreen vegan? Apparently, some varieties aren't free of animal byproducts, so here's how to make sure yours are entirely plant-based.

Garter snakes are a common sight in many U.S. backyards, and although they look harmless, are they actually dangerous?

There are many environmental justice organizations using their resources and platforms to educate the masses on the intersections between climate and social justice.

Lake Tahoe, Calif., is one of the U.S.'s most gorgeous natural areas, but the NoCal destination is littered with trash. Here's how to help.

DDT is now illegal to use as an insecticide, but what happened to all the DDT waste after it was finally outlawed?

Hurricanes have become increasingly severe in the past few years, but will the 2021 hurricane season continue that destructive trend?

Will geoengineering help humanity turn back the clock on climate change or will it only exacerbate some of the existing problems?

A vegan world would be a much more compassionate, just, and healthy place, and pretty much everyone on the planet would ultimately benefit from the change.

Disney World is billed as the “Happiest Place On Earth” but how is it that they also manage to keep it completely free of mosquitoes?

How does the wildlife trade impact low-income countries? Researchers are now suggesting wealthier countries pay low-income countries, to protect the environment.

Forust that is 3D printing wood by upcycling sawdust and other byproducts from the wood industry that would otherwise be considered waste.

Food waste-saving app, Too Good To Go, is expanding beyond New York to other cities nationwide, with plans to debut in more by the end of 2021.

Many restaurants produce quite a bit of waste between packaging and utensils, but we spoke with the creator of an app that rates restaurants on sustainability practices.

Lizzo is constantly blessing TikTok with plant-based recipes, leading her fans to wonder if she is vegan.

Sustainable one-stop-shops can help make online shopping a little more eco-friendly. Check out this list of our favorite sustainable online marketplaces.

A Birmingham sewer has become clogged with one of the biggest fatbergs England has ever seen.

Wildfires are often caused by human foolishness, but what other natural phenomena can contribute to their severity?

What is human composting? Colorado is about to legalize the process, which allows deceased humans to be composted rather than buried or cremated.

Will Greta Thunberg be attending college after taking a year off from high school to fight climate change?

Who Gives A Crap cofounder Danny Alexander tells us more about the sustainable toilet paper brand.