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Litter pick-up committees bridge the gap between municipal sanitation and eco-conscious volunteerism.

Natural gas has been touted as a cleaner burning solution, but is it as bad for the environment as other fossil fuels? Here's what science says.

Will natural gas eventually be phased out, and if so, what alternatives currently exist?

A previously homeless man is the first person to live in a 3D-printed tiny house, built by ICON and New Story.

Climate change is perhaps the biggest problem facing our environment today, but some experts believe that it might be getting better?

What is companion planting? This gardening technique, which involves planting "companion" plants with others, may actually help your garden flourish.

She may seem like she enjoys protesting more than anything else, but what does someone like Greta Thunberg do for fun?

Greta Thunberg might seem confident, but the environmental activist once had a form of selective mutism.

How did Greta Thunberg go from quiet teenager to internationally famous climate activist? Here's a look at her past few years.

If you're celebrating Easter this year, make sure to keep things sustainable with recyclable and biodegradable baskets, eggs, candy and more.

Some choose to keep farm animals in their backyards as sustainable and self-sufficient backyard gardeners, to fertilize and cut the grass naturally.

Fat-shaming headlines and posts about combatting quarantine weight are everywhere — so instead, follow these body positive Instagram accounts.

To support Asian American communities across the country, shop from these sustainable Asian American-owned businesses.

Earthships are said to be the new face of sustainable living, but what exactly are they?

Curitiba is perhaps not as well-known as other Brazilian cities, but it is one of the most sustainable cities in the world.

Michael E. Mann is one of the world’s most insightful scientific voices, and his theories were essential in helping to fight climate change.

Greta Thunberg has become a household name in environmentalism, but many outside that realm still don’t understand what she is fighting for.

We spoke with climate activist, Edgar McGregor, about his epic trash pickup journey — here's what he wants readers to know about his journey.

Recycling may seem like the perfect way to prevent excess waste, but what percentage of recycled products actually gets recycled?

Looking for a fun, sustainable, and pandemic-safe outdoor activity? Find a farmers market near you that's bound to provide hours of entertainment.

Virginia just banned animal testing for cosmetics, as well as the sale of cosmetics that were tested on animals.

Global warming is a serious concern for people all around the world, but which cities will ultimately be the most affected by climate change?

Finding true sustainability is the key to achieving future economic, environmental, and societal success, but how can the six factors of sustainability can help us reach those goals?

Was Albert Einstein vegan? There's evidence that he was mostly vegetarian later in life, for an interesting reason.

The three pillars of sustainability might seem like an abstract concept, but their practical applications are easy for anyone to understand.

Global warming has already affected the environment in a myriad of ways, but will it eventually cause global extinction? Here's what research says.

Is it possible to reverse deforestation? One of the most damaging human activities is deforestation, whether it's for agriculture or building cities.

Recycling may seem like a modern environmental concept, but while the process is new, the concept has actually been around for many centuries.

Chef Max La Manna keeps his kitchen zero-waste and vegan — and he wrote a book called "More Plants Less Waste" to help you do the same.

In honor of International Women’s Day 2021, here are 10 young women climate activists who are undoubtedly changing the world.

Options for recycling by weight or count have turned a once lucrative pratice into a highly debated topic — which comes with a higher payout?

Want access to fresh-grown produce right at your home but live in a city? Urban gardening is a small-space solution that only requires a rooftop.

Many folks have heard about the benefits of upcycling recyclable materials, but the concept of downcycling might be even more important to understand.

Why are bats protected by the Endangered Species Act? Bats are incredibly important animals.

To learn more about environmental liberation, we interviewed Generation Green founder Destiny Hodges.

Hundreds of volunteers and medics worked together in a three-day rescue mission to save 28 beached whales in New Zealand.

Who is Disha Ravi? The 22-year-old Indian climate activist gained notoriety after she was arrested during the agricultural protests in India.

Human beings created many of the problems facing our environment today. Luckily, they have also discovered some ways to improve climate change as well.

Understanding the sense of urgency surrounding climate change begins with recognizing the damage it has already done to our planet.

There are plenty of actions one person can take to help to reduce pollution — they just have to be mindful of their own environmental impact.