Environmental Leaders

In an exclusive interview with Green Matters, environmentalist mamas from Moms Clean Air Force and Mothers Out Front got real about the power of a mother's voice.

In her book 'Imperfect Environmentalist,' Sheila M. Morovati exposes how marketing made harmful single-use plastic water bottles fashionable.

These uber active climate activists keep their work intersectional. Follow them online to learn more about what they're doing to help the planet.

Jane Goodall will likely go down in history as one of the most influential primatologists for her study of chimpanzee behavior. Here is her story.

Various celebrities took part in 'Voices of Hope ~ Words of Wisdom by Dr. Jane Goodall' honoring Jane Goodall by helping to spread her message of animal conservation on her 90th birthday.

The environmental justice movement is rooted deeply in Black history — here's a look at the movement's evolution over the past few decades.

Vegan Women Summit 2024 — which is open to all genders — returns to Los Angeles for its fourth annual summit. Here's everything you need to know about the exciting event.

Greta Thunberg joined in a major protest of the oil industry in London, where she was arrested — and subsequently cleared of public order offense.

Green Matters sat down with Jason Mraz on behalf of his partnership with Planet Oat, and chatted about his avocado and coffee farm, upcoming music, and more.

Alex Honnold climbed El Capitan on a vegetarian diet — and as the famous rock climber tells Green Matters, he still eats meat-free, with the odd exception.

Green Matters spoke exclusively with Alex Honnold about Nat Geo's 'Arctic Ascent With Alex Honnold,' which chronicles his climb of Ingmikortilaq, Greenland and highlights climate research.

Elon Musk has sold numerous U.S. properties and now lives in a $50,000 tiny home in Boca Chica, Texas. Learn more about his decision to downsize.

A far-right media website published a video of Greta Thunberg mockingly saying she owns private jets. Since then, conspiracy theorists have run amok.

We spoke exclusively with rock climber Alex Honnold ahead of his new show 'Arctic Ascent,' and he opened up about his daughter, his hands, giving back to the planet, and more.

The key takeaways of COP28 point to fuzziness and loopholes concerning fighting the climate crisis — though the conference's major climate deal provides a glimmer of hope.

There were a few potential options for the location of COP29, being held in November 2024, and Azerbaijan seems to have won out.

David Attenborough has been inspiring the masses to be kinder to the planet for years. However, he hasn't confirmed if he's gone vegan yet.

Plentiful vegan options were promised at COP28, yet meat and dairy remain prevalent. Lobbyists allegedly plan to position meat as sustainable at the conference.

COP28, held in Dubai, is welcoming 70,000 delegates for the 2023 climate conference. Green Matters will keep you updated on notable attendees.

Two Just Stop Oil protesters were arrested on Nov. 6, 2023, for vandalizing Diego Velázquez's "Rokeby Venus" painting.

Internet trolls have started rumors that Greta Thunberg has fetal alcohol syndrome, and it's just one of many false rumors about the Swedish environmental activist.

Founder Ere Perez tells us about her namesake, nontoxic cosmetics company, which harnesses the power of science, nature, and botanicals.

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

You may know him as Iron Man, but Robert Downey Jr. is a real-life superhero, one who's tackling climate change via plant-based and technology-driven initiatives.

Bosque Foods' hopes “to make a positive impact in curbing climate change through the lens of food” thanks to its unique mycelium meat.

Dr. Sweta Chakraborty tells us all about We Don't Have Time, the social media platform for climate solutions.

We spoke with Lex Corwin, founder of regenerative cannabis brand Stone Road.

How did vegans Chloe and Halle accidentally eat meat? The famous duo unfortunately broke a years-long streak without meat due to a hotel mix-up.

Green Matters spoke with actress and environmentalist Auli'i Cravalho to discuss her Green Routine and passion for coral reef restoration.

Is Greta Thunberg part of the Rothschild family? Here's why some have connected her to the famous European Jewish banking dynasty.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg is open about her Asperger's syndrome diagnosis. But Thunberg's IQ isn't negatively impacted by the diagnosis. She believes Asperger's is her "superpower."

Young environmental activist Greta Thunberg was arrested in Sweden on June 19, 2023. Will she go to jail? Here's what to know.

Does Greta Thunberg have a car? Here's what we know about her preferred modes of transportation.

We caught up with Miyoko Schinner at the Vegan Women Summit to chat about Rancho Compasión, LEAP, and the legacy she wants to leave behind.

We spoke with Peter Singer about 'Animal Liberation Now,' the revised version of his 1975 book 'Animal Liberation.'

Tennis star Taylor Fritz spoke with Green Matters about how he relies on plant-based recovery products, his passion for protecting the planet, and more.

May is Jewish American Heritage Month — to pay tribute, here are six incredible Jewish American environmental activists.

Climate change protests have evolved immensely since the start of the environmental movement.