Why Are Blue Whales Endangered? How the Biggest Animal on the Planet Could Become ExtinctWhy are blue whales endangered? Vessel strikes, fishing gear, pollution, and habitat loss have all contributed to the endangerment of blue whales.
NY Governor Signs "Puppy Mill Pipeline" Bill Into Law, Banning Stores From Selling Dogs, Cats, and RabbitsThe puppy mill pipeline bill will prohibit stores from selling dogs, cats, and rabbits.
DIY Mosquito Repellent That's Eco-Friendly, Safe, and *Actually* Effective Learn how you can DIY your way to a mosquito-free summer with this repellent!
Can Shredded Paper Be Recycled?Can recycling centers take shredded paper, and if not, where can you take it if you’ve already shredded it?
Scary Extinct Animals That Will Keep You up at NightThere’s a surprisingly long list of scary extinct animals out there. From saber-toothed cats to killer rats, there are many animals that we’d be glad not to run into.
What Is Pastoralism? How This Animal Farming Method Impacts the EnvironmentYou’ve probably heard of raising livestock, but what is pastoralism? Pastoralism is a type of farming that handles livestock, who are used for food and other materials.
What Does BPA-Free Mean?It’s not uncommon to find the words “BPA-free” written on the side of a plastic product, but what does this distinction mean in terms of safety?
How Community Fridges Work to Improve Food Access and Build CommunityCommunity fridges provide free food (and sometimes other goods) to people in need from the neighborhood, directly help fight food insecurity at the grassroots level, and reduce food waste.
How Many People Go Missing in National Parks Every Year? The Numbers Are Pretty ShockingUnfortunately, with the risks that come with hiking and outdoor adventure, people go missing in National Parks every single year. But how many?
Why We Must Hold Factory Farming Accountable for Deforestation and Pollution, According to New ResearchThe factory farming industry has an immense impact on the environment. And now, a new report shows why this ecologically-destructive industry’s environmental footprint has failed to improve.
Why Are Tigers Endangered and How Can We Protect Them?Why are tigers endangered? The beloved top predator helps keep our environment intact, but its habitat is threatened by humans.
Protecting New Mexico's Coyotes Would Further Protect the Endangered Mexican WolfWhy are so many Mexican wolves dying? The endangered subspecies is often mistaken for coyotes — so many are advocating to protect coyotes, too.
Royals Will and Kate Announce 2022 Earthshot Prize Winners at Star-Studded Event (Updates)Price William and Princess Kate visited Boston to announce the 2022 Earthshot Prize winners.
Jonathan the Tortoise Celebrates His 190th Birthday With a Salad Cake and Three-Day PartyJonathan the tortoise is 190 years old, and the people of St. Helena pulled out all the stops for his 190th birthday.
How Mutual Aid Creates a Gift Economy Through Free Stores, Community Fridges, and Buy Nothing GroupsFree stores, community fridges, free flea markets, and Buy Nothing groups, all support a gift economy, reduce waste, and build community.
"Third Act" Rallies People 60 and Up to Take Climate ActionBill McKibben founded Third Act to encourage people 60 and up to fight for climate and racial justice.
What Is the Montreal Protocol? It’s Important to Reduce PollutionWhat is the Montreal Protocol? The international treaty, which was established in 1987, aimed to regulate the production of chemicals that cause global warming.
How Environmental Greek Gods and Goddesses Relate to Climate Change — a Lesson in Mythology.The Greek myths of the origins of our planet, although stories, provide a different way to look at nature.
Does Overpopulation Hurt the Planet? Or Should We Solely Blame Governments and Industries?How does overpopulation affect the environment? Here's a look into its potential ramifications — as well as an argument to redirect the blame.
Awful Air Quality Prompts Delhi to Enact "Pollution Ban" on Construction, Diesel Cars, and MoreDelhi's air pollution news has been rough lately, with air quality levels in the area leading to a “pollution ban” in Delhi.
November Was Native American Heritage Month — Watch These Documentaries to Keep Learning About Native CultureNovember was Native American Heritage Month. Keep learning about key social and environmental issues affecting native people in the U.S.
Michigan’s Invasive Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Is Best Detected in the WintertimeWhat is the hemlock woolly adelgid? Michigan is fighting off an invasive species that kills its iconic hemlock trees, which are best detected in the winter.
What Is a Microclimate? How Super Tiny Ecosystems Play a Big RoleMicroclimates are small areas with specific climatic conditions. These tiny ecosystems offer super-specific environments for species to thrive and interact.
The Fate of the Rockefeller Christmas Tree Is Actually Really LovelyAfter Christmas, the Rockefeller Christmas tree is taken down — and it moves onto a much more noble cause.
The Gentle Barn to Open Animal Sanctuary in New York, to Focus on Rescued Carriage Horses The Gentle Barn is coming to New York’s Westchester County, not far from New York City.
GivingTuesday: Animal Shelters, Sanctuaries, and Climate Orgs Matching Donations TodayMany charities are matching funds for Giving Tuesday.
When Did GivingTuesday Start? A Look Into the Holiday's OriginsWhat are the origins of Giving Tuesday? Here's when the holiday began, who founded it, and more.
The Most Sustainable Moments From New York City Marathon HistoryHere are some of the most sustainable moments from 52 years of the New York City Marathon.
More Than 2 Million Houston Residents Are Under a Boil Water Notice — Here’s WhyHouston is under a boil water notice after the electricity went out at a local water purification plant on Sunday, Nov. 27.
10 Fun Facts About Turkeys, Who Are So Much More Than MeatIn honor of Thanksgiving, we’re sharing some fun facts about turkeys.
Rainn Wilson, Alicia Silverstone, and Other Celebs Want You to Adopt a Turkey — and Not Eat One — for ThanksgivingAdopt a turkey for Thanksgiving, don't eat one — that's the message that celebrities Rainn Wilson, Alicia Silverstone, Sarah Silverman, and Bellamy Young are sharing, in partnership with Farm Sanctuary.
Morgan Freeman Gives God Vibes in New Netflix Docuseries 'Our Universe'When is Netflix’s Our Universe’s release date, and what else can you expect from the exciting documentary series, which is narrated by Morgan Freeman?
Fun Facts About the Amazon Rainforest — One of the Most Biodiverse Places in the WorldCheck out these fun facts about the Amazon Rainforest, one of the most biodiverse places in the world.
How to Help the Victims of the Colorado Springs LGBTQ+ Nightclub ShootingHow can I help the victims of the Colorado Springs nightclub shooting? A gunman entered a gay club this weekend, resulting in more than five fatalities.
New Mayor of Los Angeles Promises to “Solve Homelessness” — What Are Available Solutions?The new mayor of Los Angeles, Calif., Karen Bass, has promised to solve homelessness. But what are solutions to homelessness?
5 Fun Facts About Snow Leopards That Will Make You Love Them Even MoreLearning about elusive animals can be really interesting, especially if many people have never seen them in real life. These fun facts about snow leopards might surprise you.
'Potter' Fans Place Socks at Dobby's Gravesite — but They Put Wildlife at RiskDobby’s gravesite in Wales has gotten a bit out of hand, with Potterheads leaving socks at the grave — which officials are calling an environmental hazard.
To Evade Poachers, Rhinos May Be Evolving to Have Shorter HornsAlthough rhinoceroses have lived with large horns for many years, scientists believe their horns may be shrinking to adapt to survive poachers.
Rachel Carson of ‘Silent Spring’ Is an Environmentalist IconWho was 'Silent Spring' author, Rachel Carson? The Pennsylvania native, who wrote about ecology, is considered an environmentalist icon, to this day.
How to Celebrate World Vegan Month This NovemberWorld Vegan Day kicks off World Vegan Month and encourages people, companies, and policy makers to learn more about the vegan lifestyle.
How to Remove “Forever Chemicals” Using Reverse OsmosisFiguring out how to remove PFAS from water can seem complicated. But there are a few methods, such as reverse osmosis, that you can try.
Why Kaitlyn Bristowe Adopted Her Two Golden Retrievers, Ramen and Pinot (Exclusive)Kaitlyn Bristowe opens up about her dogs, why she advocates for "adopt, don't shop," and 'The Bachelorette.'
Stic Confirms Upcoming Dead Prez Album, Releases New Wellness Book (Exclusive)Hip hop duo dead prez's stic.man is dropping a new book called 'The 5 Principles' — and he has the scoop on new dead prez music along with M-1.
Indicator Species Offer Important Clues About Earth’s EcosystemsIndicator species give us insight into the state and condition of ecosystems around the world. Ecosystems are essential to human survival.
The New Living Planet Index Shows Serious Animal Population Declines — Why Has the Report Caused Controversy in the Past?The 2022 Living Planet Report has just been released, and shows some serious population decline around the globe over the past few decades.
Melanated Campout Is Immersing People of Color in Nature With Vibrant Camping Events (Exclusive)Melanated Campout is a Black-owned and woman-owned company that hosts an annual camping retreat for people of color.
Out-Of-Place Seal Walks to Massachusetts Police Station and Is Re-Released Into the OceanA seal, which has been named Shoebert, made its way from a pond, to a police station, before it was brought in for medical evaluations, and re-released.
Is Gisele Bündchen Vegan? The Model Is Passionate About Living SustainablyIs Gisele Bündchen vegan? Her passion for the environment coupled with her husband Tom Brady’s stringent diet has led her fans to wonder.
Environmentalists Lose Hope After Right Whale Becomes Entangled in a Net for the Fifth TimeAfter Snow Cone, an endangered right whale in Massachusetts, became entangled in a net for the fifth time, environmentalists are losing hope.
How to Help Women in Iran Amid Protests, Which Have Already Killed Nine PeopleIn the wake of the death of Mahsa Amini, many are wondering how to help Iranian women