NewsLondon's Historic 'Square Mile' District Will Run On 100% Renewable EnergyThe City of London Corporation will be fully running on renewable energy by October in the city's most prominent business district. Under Mayor Sadiq Khan, England's capital city is quickly transforming toward sustainable solutions, just years after being ranked as the worst in the area.
NewsAnimals Are Becoming Nocturnal To Avoid Interacting With HumansAnimals are starting to avoid daytime hours as a means of avoiding humans.
NewsPrince's Paisley Park Promises To Remain Meat-Free In His HonorWhat can and can't be served at Paisley Park has been contested in the past, as Prince had very specific rules when he was alive. But on this issues, the museum and estate are standing strong.
NewsIKEA Vows To Eliminate All Single-Use Plastic By 2020Ikea announced multiple renewable targets that they plan to reach by 2030, which includes removing single-use plastic over the next few years, offering more home solar solutions, and to reduce their greenhouse gases by 80 percent compared to their levels in 2016.
The Creative Way FIFA Is Offsetting The World Cup's Carbon Footprint
Millions of soccer fans around the world will travel to Russia this summer to watch The World Cup. FIFA is planning to minimize the event’s carbon footprint by asking fans to join an online campaign to reduce CO2. Fans who sign the pledge are eligible to win two tickets to the final game.
Solar Technology Costs Tumble Further With China's Industry Shifts
China is slowing down local growth in the solar industry, which may not sound like progress, but the entire world benefits. Lower costs from Chinese manufacturers exporting their products will create higher rates of installation around the world.
Pope Francis Brought Oil Executives To The Vatican And Demanded They Switch To Clean Energy
Pop Francis has been a vocal support of clean energy, and the need to take a stand against climate change before it's too late. Now, he's following up.
These Marine Scientists Are Finding Innovative Ways To Save The Coral Reefs
Could gene editing and "microfragmenting" help grow robust new reefs?
Tokyo Announces Plan To Install Solar Roads In Time For 2020 Olympics
The installation of solar panels into our roadways could be world-changing, but the expense is still prohibitive. By introducing it before the Olympics, Tokyo is giving solar roads a chance to grow in popularity and perhaps lower in cost.
How Shipping Container Restaurants Became The Latest Food Craze
Shipping container restaurants are a sustainable, stylish, and cost-effective alternative to brick and mortar.
Why This Dutch Town Installed Bat-Friendly LED Street Lights
To keep rare bat species in an area where they thrive, a community that's already created nearly 100 sustainable homes is changing their street lights. These new red LED bulbs will allow humans to continue operating at night while the bats can avoid it.
7 Easy Ways To Reduce Waste When You're Moving
Skip the packing peanuts and recycle, recycle, recycle.
7 Eco-Friendly Products Perfect For Your Family Pet
Whether it's a talkative parrot, a slippery snake or just good old Fido, millions of people nowadays consider their pets part of the family. That's why we've rounded up seven green products for eco-conscious pet owners of every kind.
How to Build a Capsule Wardrobe, According To The Woman Who Invented It
Susie Faux, creator of the capsule wardrobe in the '70s, talks to Green Matters about the growing relevancy of the minimalist clothing movement she started.
World Oceans Day Helps Turn The Tide On Plastic Pollution
Today of all days, let's recognize and celebrate the great work being done to protect our oceans.
Nature Preschools Offer Kids An Education Classrooms Can't
The rising popularity of nature preschools confirms it: The outdoors are essential for well-developed thinkers.
India's Prime Minister Announces Plan To Eliminate Single-Use Plastic By 2022
India is being praised for showing "world leadership" by instituting the ban, but UN officials warn we still need to do much more to keep plastics from running into the ocean and destroying marine life.
What Have The Climate Mayors Accomplished In The Past Year?
We spoke with Madeline Rogero, a Climate Mayor committed to meeting the Paris Agreement goals in Knoxville.