How Nonprofit Generation Green Is Fighting for Environmental Liberation
To learn more about environmental liberation, we interviewed Generation Green founder Destiny Hodges.
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Volunteers Save 28 Beached Whales on New Zealand Beach in Three-Day Rescue Mission
Hundreds of volunteers and medics worked together in a three-day rescue mission to save 28 beached whales in New Zealand.
Here's Why 22-Year-Old Climate Activist, Disha Ravi, Was Arrested In New Delhi
Who is Disha Ravi? The 22-year-old Indian climate activist gained notoriety after she was arrested during the agricultural protests in India.
Is Katy Perry Vegan?
Katy Perry has proven herself to be an animal lover, but are her pronouncements about switching to a vegan lifestyle true or are they just talk?
How Doctors and Hospitals Actually Clean Reusable Patient Supplies
Many patients assume that reusable patient supplies are completely sterilized before they get used, but how thoroughly are they being cleaned these days?
What Are Some Ways That Humans Have Improved Climate Change?
Human beings created many of the problems facing our environment today. Luckily, they have also discovered some ways to improve climate change as well.
Why Stopping Climate Change Is so Urgent
Understanding the sense of urgency surrounding climate change begins with recognizing the damage it has already done to our planet.
How Can One Person Reduce Pollution?
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.
What Is a Climate Zone?
The term climate zone often gets thrown around in discussions about environmentalism, but what are climate zones and why are they important?
How to Determine What Climate Zone You Live In
Understanding what climate zone you live in is a great way to improve your gardening know-how by learning what plants thrive best in your area.
Recycling Centers You Can Tour, In-Person or Virtually
Here are a few awesome recycling centers around the U.S. that you can visit — many of which also offer virtual tours.
How This Affordable Hair Care Brand Ditched Plastic for Aluminum (Exclusive)
Eva NYC's hair care product range has completely transitioned from plastic to aluminum packaging, and still manages to be an affordable, zero-waste option.
Here's How Pipelines Directly Affect the Environment, Wildlife, and Human Beings
Underground pipelines are the topic of much discussion these days, but why are these pipelines considered bad by so many? Keep reading for more.
How Sustainable Is Cotton?
Cotton is considered the most profitable non-food crop in the world, but does that make it sustainable?
Going Wild: Exploring the Best Nature Documentaries on Amazon Prime
Amazon Prime offers a ton of quality documentary content, but what are some of the best nature documentaries on the popular streaming service?
New Farm Robot 'FarmBot' Gives Everyone A Green Thumb
A farm robot called FarmBot can make precision farming more affordable and accessible, helping homeowners transform their backyards into crop-yielding greenspaces.
How Millennials Are Bringing Houseplants Back Into Style
While millennials are often blamed for killing industries, one that's growing with this generation is houseplants, which gives them something to nurture while beautifying their homes and purifying the air.
Is Gleaning for Fish More Sustainable Than Traditional Fishing?
What exactly is gleaning for fish? And is gleaning more sustainable than traditional fishing?
The Best Sustainable Face Masks by Slow Fashion Brands
A sustainable cloth face masks can be worn over and over again — here are 10 slow fashion brands making eco-friendly cloth face masks.
Why Are Rising Sea Levels a Bad Thing for Humanity's Future?
Sea levels have been rising steadily over the past century, but few people understand the long-term consequences of an entirely elevated ocean.
Support These Intersectional Environmental Organizations for Black History Month
Black History Month starts on Feb. 1 — consider donating to these Black environmental organizations, to support intersectional environmentalism.
New Zealand Shuts Down Road for a Month to Protect New Sea Lion Mom and Pup
A New Zealand city council shut down a road for an entire month, allowing a new sea lion mom to access the beach while it cared for its pup.
9 Songs About Climate Change That Are Absolute Fire
There are numerous songs about climate change out there, by a number of popular artists, from Pitbull to Joni Mitchell.
Endangered Species vs. Threatened Species: What's the Difference?
The difference between an endangered species and a threatened species is only about a hair's breadth away, and that’s even more reason to be concerned about the future of both.
How to Upcycle Those Wire Coat Hangers From the Dry Cleaner's
If you aren't ready to get rid of and recycle those wire coat hangers from the dry cleaner's or clothing store, here are a few ways to upcycle them.
Why Are Emissions Bad for the Environment?
Carbon and emissions of other greenhouse gases are patently bad for the environment, but understanding why means taking a moment to recognize the science of it all.
How to Dispose of Paint Safely
Disposing of paint without using the proper methods and channels can be an environmental problem, but if you do it right, it should be pretty effortless.
A Step-by-Step Guide on Making Your Own Natural Candles
Whether you're looking for a new bathroom fragrance, or if you're seeking out mood lighting for your room, here's how to make natural candles.
The Do's and Don'ts of Going on a Safari — What to Know Before Your Trip
Is going on a safari ethical? Although exploring the habitat of wild animals is enticing, there are a few things you should note beforehand.
What Are Hydrofluorocarbons and How Do They Affect the Environment?
Hydrofluorocarbons are some of the most destructive greenhouse gases out there, but what can we do about the effect they are having on our ozone?
What Is Ocean-Bound Plastic and What Can We Do About It?
Plastic pollution is a prevailing problem in our world today, but how does ocean-bound plastic factor into the issue and is it something that we can mitigate?
Next Global Climate Strike Announced for March 2021: Everything We Know
2021’s first Global Climate Strike will take place on March 19, with Greta Thunberg's support.
Volunteer With These Local Climate Commissions to Help Your Town's Ecosystem
Tackling local climate issues is absolutely vital, in the ongoing fight against climate change — get involved with these local climate commissions.
Paris Is Turning Champs-Élysées Into a Green Space
Paris's Champs-Élysées will go down from eight traffic lanes to four, and green spaces will be built along the avenue as well as around the Arc de Triomphe and the Place de la Concorde.
Support These Low-Waste Artists to Decorate Your Home Sustainably
Whether you're looking to redecorate your home, or if you want to support local sustainable creators, these low-waste artists are worth supporting.
How Choosing Solar Can Help Prevent Pollution, in the Long Run
Studies show solar power is one of the best renewable sources of energy available today — here's how choosing solar can help prevent pollution.
How to Make a DIY Fruit Fly Trap, to Ensure Your Home Is Pest-Free
If you have a problem with one of the most common household pests, these DIY fruit fly traps will get rid of them organically and safely.
How to Start Your Own Greenhouse 101
Whether you're looking to make your home greener, or if you're looking to sell plants locally, here's how to start your own greenhouse.
Looking to Help Combat Climate Change? Donate to These Sustainability Charities
If you're looking to help combat the effects of global warming, donate money to any one of these highly praised climate change charities.
How Vancouver, B.C. Is Combatting the Housing Crisis With Tiny Townhouses
How is Vancouver helping its homeless population? A builder in the B.C. Canadian metropolis proposed to house those in need with tiny townhouses.
Recycling Is Supposed to Change the Planet — Here's Where Our System Is Ineffective
Pollution may be as persistent as ever, and while recycling is a solid step toward lowering your impact, the U.S.'s recycling system is faulty.
Eco-Friendly Gifts to Keep Things Zero Waste This Holiday Season
These affordable environmentally-friendly gifts are perfect for the 2020 holiday season.
Plastic Pollution Kills Millions of Animals Every Year
Plastic pollution has a negative impact on all living things on our planet, but the fruits of our petroleum-based labor are having the worst effect on wild animals.
Reduce Your Energy Consumption By Making These Minor Lifestyle Changes
Reducing one’s energy consumption is never easy, but learning how best to do so might be the key to greater adoption and mainstreaming of the renewable resources we need to power our future.
A Running List of Cities, Restaurants, and Hotels That Have Banned Plastic Straws
Where are plastic straws banned? You'll only find paper straws throughout certain cities, and offered at certain restaurant and hotel chains.
Air Pollution Is a Global Problem — What Can We Do to Prevent It?
Despite a slight downtick at the start of the coronavirus pandemic, air pollution is still one of the biggest environmental problems facing our world today, but what can we do to help prevent it?
Sustainable Fashion Brands to Stay Stylish Ethically in 2021
Looking for more sustainable fashion brands? These are ethical, sustainable and humane brands that will ultimately help green-ify your closet.
Ocean Acidification: Why the Earth's Oceans Are Becoming More Acidic
Earth's oceans are changing, becoming more acidic, and the reasons behind this gradual acidification are directly related to humanity.
What Does Net-Zero Emissions Mean?
Avoiding the worst of what climate change has to offer might mean cutting global emissions by half in the next decade, but what does net-zero emissions mean and how do we achieve it?
How Is Your Carbon Footprint Measured?
Learn about how your “carbon footprint” is actually measured.