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Batteries should never be thrown away in the garbage — here are a few reasons why, plus a guide to recycling them properly.

Many fabrics are considered to be biodegradable, but just because something is biodegradable does not mean that it is sustainable.

Organic cotton is a highly sought-after fabric these days but what makes organic cotton so special and what makes it organic in the first place?

Many previous years' calendars can be reused for 2021.

Acid rain is a dangerous phenomenon borne of consumption and pollution, but what specific pollutants cause acid rain to form or fall in the first place?

Environmentalists have made huge strides in curbing deforestation over the past few decades, unfortunately, some experts believe that deforestation has actually seen a marked increase in recent years.

The environmental aftereffects of something like desertification are easy to imagine, but what causes these things to happen and what does desertification actually do to a region?

Climate change is a threat to every life on this planet and one of the most severely impacted ecosystems has been that of the rapidly diminishing coral reefs.

Biodiversity is one of the most important facets of life on Earth and unlike many modern industries, organic farming can actually have a positive impact on the planet’s biodiversity.

Possums may be creepy-looking scavengers that hang around our trash, but what do they eat and what should you do if you find a baby possum on it’s own?

Veganuary director Wendy Matthews shares her best tips for eating vegan for 31 days with Green Matters.

As more and more farming practices become technologically enhanced, hydroponic gardening has gone from a novel, underground enterprise, to something truly revolutionary.

Understanding ecological succession is not nearly as difficult as it sounds, especially if you understand the basic principles of evolution.

Christmas trees are a part of holiday traditions across the globe, but did you know that they were once banned from the White House by the president himself?

Many charities provide opportunities for donation during the holidays, and we can help you decide which one you’d like to help and where to donate toys this holiday season.

Getting rid of old, broken Christmas lights doesn’t mean just throwing them away, not if you know how to recycle Christmas lights.

In a world of new technology and agricultural innovations, many people might find themselves wondering the difference between organic and what is now considered mainstream farming.

Gardening can be a great way to relax and commune with the Earth in a very tangible way but did you know that it’s actually important to the environment as well?

Soil is a key piece of the gardening puzzle, but knowing how to prepare soil for gardening is more complex than simply digging up a patch of dirt and putting it in a flower pot.

Colin Kaepernick and Ben & Jerry's just released a vegan ice cream flavor — but is Colin Kaepernick vegan?

Dirt might not seem as important as some of our other natural resources, but understanding the finer points of soil conservation is just as important to the environment as recycling and reducing carbon emissions.

When you hear the term recycling, the first thing that usually comes to mind is that iconic blue bin and the cyclical symbol attached to it. But what is the real history behind the recycling symbol?

Getting rid of a computer is never as simple as just throwing it in the trash. There are numerous town, state, governmental, and even global regulations as regarding how it has to be done.

A bipartisan bill called the CATS Act was introduced in Congress to end taxpayer-funded tests on kittens and cats.

If you don’t own a recycling bin, it’s pretty hard to start the process. Luckily, there are some pretty easy ways to get a free recycling bin.

Not all plastics are alike, especially when it comes to recycling. So what does it mean when a plastic is labeled as #4 and for that matter, how do we go about recycling it?

Chewing gum has never really been considered a food, per se, but does it contain plastic like many people believe?

Why hasn’t the pandemic convinced governments to cut back on subsidies for animal agriculture?

The fastest-growing shade trees on the planet have impressive growth patterns and frequencies that might be able to help reforest the Earth.

Humans aren’t the only intelligent creatures on the planet and you might be surprised which animals come pretty close to matching wits with us.

Dogs can sleep somewhere between 12 and 14 hours a day and just like us, they can dream. But what do dogs dream about, anyway?

Those unfamiliar with astrology may be surprised to hear the term “mercury in retrograde” being bandied about, but what does this mysterious term mean for the coming months?

For Black Friday, instead of looking for the cheapest deals, why not support small, sustainable companies who are donating profits to charity?

If you were planning to shop for the holidays this weekend, shop these black-owned businesses on Black Friday for an economically responsible spree.

Dog’s love us unconditionally and all we need to do is love them in return, but how do you show love to your dog in a way that they will understand?

Every Thanksgiving, we are reminded of the importance of giving back to those less fortunate than ourselves, but what organizations are open on the holiday and where can you volunteer to help?

Tesla CEO Elon Musk promised to help South Australia with their energy problems in record time.

To encourage biodiversity, the City of Oslo has started a "bee highway" of strategically placed plants to encourage insect populations to migrate, produce, and feed.

Tesla is on schedule to complete their battery storage facility at a 100-megawatt wind farm in South Australia.

Ink Cartridges are some of the most hard to recycle items but HP is converting trash into them in Haiti.