Environmental Justice

Ever heard of "trapped" or "lost" water? One social media user is encouraging people to release water stuck in plastic bottles.

Veterans and families who lived at Camp Lejeune await settlements — and justice — after filing claims in a toxic water case.

National Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect time to support small Latinx-owned and Hispanic-owned companies — especially ones with sustainable practices and products.

'Green Matters' spoke with 'Queen Charlotte' star Arsema Thomas about how her educational background influences her environmentalism and her Tom's of Maine partnership.

These Latinx and Hispanic activists in the climate movement all use their platforms to advocate for intersectional climate justice.

Why is Shein so cheap? Investigations into Shein make it clear that the fast fashion giant doesn't care about its laborers or the environment.

Late Nobel Peace Prize winner, Nelson Mandela, is honored every year on July 18 — which is why we're honoring his environmental contributions.

Florida hunters caught the longest Burmese python ever recorded in history. Find out how long this massive snake was, and how it was captured.

Grant Haber had trees illegally cut down from his New Jersey neighbor's land. How much might Haber end up owing in fines?

Take pride in our planet by supporting these LGBTQ+ environmental and climate change organizations. The granola gays are leading the way to a more beautiful, harmonious, and cleaner world.

On June 19, 1865, Juneteenth was born, and it's now celebrated as the unofficial end of slavery in the United States. Here are 10 facts about the holiday.

We’ve rounded up some tips on how to celebrate Pride Month at work, in ways that could actually create meaningful change within your company.

The destructive surface mining method is not only detrimental to the environment, but also to the health of the people who live there.

These Asian American environmental justice activists are fighting for a better and more sustainable planet.

In France, climate activists are fighting against the proposed new retirement age.

Being the Delaware Riverkeeper is no easy gig, but environmental justice warrior Maya K. van Rossum wears the title with pride, enthusiasm, and ferocity.

Nicknamed "Cop City" by opponents, the construction of the $90 million Atlanta Public Safety Training Center has sparked controversy and nationwide outcry.

The New Jersey-based leader in solar energy has faced serious allegations of racism in the past few years, meaning it might not be the model it's made out to be.

What is climate action, exactly? Here's a look into the different ways you can take action for the planet, and how world leaders must take action.

What does it mean to be climate disadvantaged? Several NYC neighborhoods have been identified as such, and will receive climate funds.

The namesake of the National Audubon Society (NAS), John Audubon, was evidently quite racist — so the organization was considering changing its name.

What are PFAS and why are they bad? These chemicals can be found all over the planet — and the human body.

International Women's Day is March 8 — here's why we celebrate it on that day, how to celebrate the holiday at work, and quotes to inspire you.

Here's everything you need to know about Cancer Alley in Louisiana, and the federal lawsuit trying to take down one of its worst polluters.

Yucca Mountain was a proposed dumping ground for dangerous, radioactive nuclear waste. However, after years of construction and planning, the project was abandoned for several reasons.

With climate chaos and environmental damage growing worse and worse, there are fortunately many environmental law organizations out there.

Salt Lake City has had an air pollution problem for years. And now lower water levels could be making the issue worse before it gets better.

Collective Fashion Justice's Emma Håkansson is only just getting started with her mission of ridding the fashion industry of animal exploitation, human exploitation, and environmentally-destructive practices.

Veguary is a month-long pledge to “try living vegan” for the month of February, purposely coinciding with Black History Month, according to the organization behind it, Afro-Vegan Society.

Unfortunately, so many waterways around the world are struggling with pollution. Here are the five most polluted rivers in the world.

MLK Jr. used his voice to advocate for environmental justice on multiple occasions.

In 2020, actress and activist Jane Fonda flew to Minnesota to oppose the Line 3 — take a look back at her history of environmental and social activism.

'On Sacred Ground' is a new movie that chronicles the 2016 construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline, as well as the protests against it.

Biden has officially declared the ongoing floods in Arizona a federal disaster to the Havasupai Tribes, in order to get them federal assistance.

How many have died as a result of flooding in the Philippines? Unfortunately, several people have been found dead — and many are still missing.

The Great American Outdoors Act in the U.S. is meant to help protect natural spaces all across the country. Here's how it works.

What is the water level at Lake Shasta? It has see ups and downs over the years, but higher levels can also be a sign of a worsening drought.

Because of all kinds of factors that cause plants all over the world to become endangered. Here are some of the most endangered ones in the U.S.