Tiger Tests Positive for COVID-19 at the Bronx Zoo
At New York City’s Bronx Zoo, a tiger has been diagnosed with the novel coronavirus.
COVID-19 Could Cause the Greatest Emissions Dive the World Has Seen Since World War II
Experts predict emission drops could reach World War II levels.
Miley Cyrus Talks Zero-Waste Living on Her 'Bright Minded' Instagram Show
Is Miley going zero waste?
Where to Get Cloth Face Masks: 10 Small Businesses Who Are Switching Gears
Cloth face masks are being recommended by multiple cities with high COVID-19 rates.
With Less People Traveling by Plane Due to the Coronavirus, Carbon Emissions Have Tanked
Vermont Has Protected 1.3 Million Acres of Land to Help Wildlife Flourish
Vermont has protected one third of the land required to support ecological function across the state.
Air Pollution Has Dropped in India, Due to the Coronavirus Lockdown
Jane Fonda on How Civil Disobedience Can "Align Your Body With Your Deepest Values"
"I have chosen to put myself in this position where I lose all power because of something I believe in. And it’s incredible."
Many National Parks Close After Park-Goers Ignored Social Distancing Guidelines
This is why we can't have nice things.
We Can Completely Revitalize the World’s Oceans by 2050, New Study Finds
Oceans could once again flourish in 2050 — if we make the effort.
Scientists Discover How to Grow Lab-Grown Steak on "Soy Scaffolding"
Aleph Farms has made a breakthrough.
Obama Tells Americans How They Can Fight Climate Deniers
"We can't afford any more consequences of climate denial," said Obama.
Disney Plus Is Honoring Earth Day With Two Incredible New Documentaries
David Attenborough On Why We Can't Let the Coronavirus Obstruct Climate Action
We can't let one emergency make us forget about a larger one.
3 States Abruptly Make Protesting Fossil Fuel Pipelines a Felony
Three states recently signed bills that criminalize protests against the fossil fuel industry.
Zero-Waste Grocery Delivery Service Goes Nationwide During COVID-19
The Wally Shop is opening up its exclusive service up to the entire country.
Without the Usual Crowds, Sea Turtles Have Started Hatching on Brazil's Empty Beaches
Humane Society Asks Government to Make Animal Protection "Essential" During Coronavirus
Governments should deem animal services such as vets "essential" during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Locust Swarms in Africa: Everything You Need to Know
Locust swarms are currently plaguing East Africa and South Asia, putting millions of people in danger.
EPA Relaxes Environmental Laws for Fossil Fuel Industry Due to Coronavirus
The Environmental Protection Agency is suspending various environmental laws in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jane Fonda's Fire Drill Friday Protests Go Digital Due to Coronavirus — How to Participate
Jane Fonda just announced that Fire Drill Fridays is going digital — and anyone around the world can tune in and get involved.
Masks and Gloves Are Being Littered in the Wake of the Coronavirus Outbreak
Even in these times of what feels like heightened panic and uncertainty, there are eco-friendly lessons to be learned.
Earth Hour 2020: How to Participate From Home
Earth Hour is going digital this year — here's how you can participate from home.
Zero-Waste Businesses That Are Still Running and Want Your Support
Here are nine small companies with sustainable, ethical, and zero-waste business practices that could use some customer love.
Mexico Moves Toward Banning Animal Testing After Unanimous Senate Vote
Mexico is on track to ban animal testing.
NYC and LA See Drop in Air Pollution During COVID-19
Air pollution levels are significantly falling during the COVID-19 outbreak — but we shouldn't look at this as a silver lining.
Resources and Activities for Teaching Children About the Environment During Quarantine
Here are 6 resources for keeping kids interested in the environment while in quarantine.
Greta Thunberg Believes She Had COVID-19, Encourages Others to Self-Isolate
Greta Thunberg and her father have been self-isolating and experiencing symptoms of the novel coronavirus.
Wales Is Building a $5.9 Million National Forest That Will Run Through the Entire Country
The forest will be a "connected ecological network of woodland."
Is Global Warming Real? Why Some People Are Skeptical
Is global warming real? Why are some people confused about whether or not global warming is real? And are humans really causing it?
4 Koalas and Baby Joey Released Back Into Wild Following Australia Bushfires
These lucky koalas were rescued, and have just been released back into the wild.
Please Don't Flush Your Clorox Wipes, No Matter How Bad COVID-19 Gets
The only thing you should be flushing down the toilet is all that toilet paper you stocked up on.
National Parks Offer Free Admission to Encourage Social Distancing While Embracing Nature
COVID-19 has prompted the National Park Service to waive admission fees.
How the Coronavirus and Air Quality Are Fueling Each Other
The new coronavirus, or COVID-19, is impacting air quality — and air pollution impacts those sick with the virus as well.
Dolphins Return to Italy's Ports Amidst Coronavirus Lockdown
Dolphins were spotted swimming in the port of Cagliari as ship traffic came to a halt.
Water in Venice Canals Goes Crystal Clear Amidst Coronavirus Lockdown
Venice is in lockdown due to the coronavirus, and the city's murky canals are now clear.
Positive Climate Stories From This Month to Remind You It’s Going to Be OK
Here are five stories about the planet to remind you that there is light in the darkness.
Bill Gates Exits Microsoft to Dedicate Life to Fighting Climate Crisis, Other Philanthropy
Bill Gates is officially parting ways with Microsoft so he can focus on philanthropic efforts.
What Is Joe Biden’s Climate Plan? Here's How His Policies Compare to Sanders'
Coronavirus Causes Decline in Air Pollution Across Northern Italy
Northern Italy is experiencing a significant and swift decline in NO2 pollution, as a result of the coronavirus lockdown.
Hacks for Dealing With the Toilet Paper Shortage Amidst the Coronavirus
The toilet paper shortage has nothing on you.
Gisele Bundchen Shares Advice for Teaching Kids About Sustainability: Lead by Example
Gisele Bündchen penned a personal essay for Marie Claire about how protecting the environment has seeped into every aspect of her life.
Greta Thunberg Launches #ClimateStrikeOnline Amidst Coronavirus: How to Participate
Greta Thunberg's weekly climate strike is going digital — and she wants you to participate.
Starbucks Finally Rolls Out Its Compostable Paper Cup in Select Cities
Starbucks has finally developed a compostable and recyclable paper coffee cup.
CO2 Power Sector Emissions Significantly Dropped in 2019, Thanks to Slow Shift Away from Coal
Shifting away from coal and towards renewables helped the Earth's CO2 emissions go slightly down in 2019.
Vegan Leather Market Projected to Be Worth Nearly $90 Billion in Next 5 Years
Vegan leather is growing more and more popular.
Celebrate International Women's Day With These Books by Women About the Climate
International Women's Day is every March 8 — honor women in the climate movement by picking up one of these books.
Starbucks Bans Personal Mugs as Precaution Amidst the Coronavirus
Starbucks locations in the U.S. and Canada are preventing customers from getting drinks in their personal to-go cups to be safe during the coronavirus.
ALDI Sends Letter to Vendors Requiring Closed Loop Packaging by 2025
ALDI is not letting any of its vendors cut corners.
Lab-Grown Palm Oil Startup Scores Investment from Bill Gates
Startup C16 Biosciences is hoping to disrupt the palm oil industry with its lab-grown palm oil.
California Bill Could Shut Down SeaWorld By Banning Dolphin and Whale Captivity
“We should not rely on cruel and inhumane treatment of any creature simply for our entertainment,” said Senator Galgiani of California.
Public Transportation Is Now Free in Luxembourg
Luxembourg just launched free public transport across the country, on buses, trains, and trams.
Hilary Duff Is Swapping Out Single-Use Products for the Planet: "It Becomes Easier and Easier"
Hilary Duff opened up about her sustainable living journey in a cover story for Parents magazine's Mother Earth Issue.
Stella McCartney Puts Animal Mascots on the Runway to Protest Killing Animals for Fashion
"These animals are the ingredients of everyone else’s fashion shows," said McCartney.
New York's Plastic Bag Ban Goes Into Effect March 1: Everything New Yorkers Need to Know
New York state is banning single-use plastic bags on March 1 — here's how the new law will work.
Ride-Hailing Apps Actually Cause More Emissions Than They Displace, According to New Report
Ride-sharing apps have actually created more pollution than they've displaced, a new report finds.
Grocery Shopping Online vs. Delivery vs. In-Store — Which Has the Lowest Emissions?
A new study believes this is the lowest-impact way to buy consumable groceries.
Antarctica Heatwave Melts 20 Percent of Snow on Eagle Island's Ice Caps
Antarctica recently experienced a concerning heatwave, which melted 20 percent of snow on one island.
Naomi Seibt: Everything You Need to Know About the "Anti-Greta" 19-Year-Old
Here's why the 19-year-old is being called the "anti-Greta."
What Is Extinction Rebellion? The Climate Group's Protests Are Shaking the Planet
Extinction Rebellion is known for staging eye-catching, creative peaceful protests.
Where Do the Presidential Candidates Stand on Climate Issues?
Here's how the Democratic presidential candidates stand on climate issues, as ranked by an environmental organization.
Kenneth Cole, Ellen Tracy, and More Than a Dozen Other Brands Ban Fur
Global Brands Group just announced that it will no longer be selling fur via any of its brands.
Is Palm Oil Bad? Everything You Need to Know About the Controversial Ingredient
Here are answers to some of the internet's most-asked questions about palm oil.
FDA Lab Animals Can Now Be Adopted Instead of Euthanized After Experiments
A new FDA policy will no longer require animals used for lab experiments to be killed after testing is complete.
Super Bowl Donates 35,000 Pounds of Leftover Food to People in Need
Food waste was avoided at the Super Bowl by diverting 35,000 pounds of leftovers to local shelters.
What Is Propolis Used For?
Propolis is created by bees to help protect their hives — so do humans need it?
What Is the Paris Agreement? Everything You've Been Wondering About the Landmark Climate Accord
Here's exactly what the Paris Agreement does.
Antarctic Penguin Colony Populations Have Gone Down by 77 Percent — Here's How to Protect Them
Antarctic chinstrap penguin colonies are struggling to adjust to the climate crisis.
A TV Series About Greta Thunberg Is Coming to the BBC
Greta Thunberg will be the subject of a new documentary TV series produced by BBC Studios.
Our Favorite Sustainable Outfits of the 2020 Awards Season
Here are some of the most sustainable looks from the 2020 awards season.
Childhood Asthma in Barcelona Often Due to Air Pollution and Social Inequity, Study Finds
Nearly half of Barcelona's asthma cases can be attributed to air pollution, according to a new study.
Antarctica Weather Just Hit a New High: Summer Temperatures
Antarctica may have just hit its highest temperature ever recorded.
How Eco-Anxiety Is Inspiring Americans to Make Behavioral Changes for the Planet
New research shows that more Americans are concerned about the climate crisis than you may think.
These Sustainable Wedding Touches Will Be Major Trends in 2020, Experts Predict
Weddings will be greener than ever this year.
Nordstrom Is Now Selling Secondhand Designer Fashion for Prices You Can Actually Afford
Nordstrom just launched See You Tomorrow, a resale website featuring returned Nordstrom merchandise.
Staples Center to Compost Flowers Left at the Kobe Bryant Memorial
The Staples Center is making the world a brighter place using the flowers left to commemorate Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna.
Greta Thunberg Has Been Nominated for Another Nobel Prize
The accolades keep coming for 17-year-old Greta Thunberg — the latest being another Nobel Prize nomination.
Jane Goodall Plans to Plant 5 Million Trees (Just This Year!)
Jane Gooddall is proving the power of everyone doing their part by planting 5 million trees this year alone.
The Pacific Ocean Is Becoming so Acidic That Crab Shells Are Dissolving
Greta Thunberg Speaks at World Economic Forum: "Act As If You Loved Your Children Above All Else"
"Our house is still on fire," Greta Thunberg said.
China Is Rolling Out Single-Use Plastic Bans
China is banning several kinds of single-use plastic gradually over the next five years.
Cosmetics Tested on Animals Are Now Prohibited to Sell in California — With a Few Exceptions
California's Cruelty-Free Cosmetics Act just went into effect.
For Earth Day, Students Will Strike for 72 Hours: "Inaction Is Not an Option"
Students will strike for three days in honor of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.
Girlfriend Collective Releases "The Wash Bag" to Keep Microfibers Out of Oceans
Every load of wash releases up to 100,000 microfibers — here are a few ways to stop that.
How the Climate Crisis and Rising Temperatures Will Increase Injury-Related Deaths, According to New Study
Rising global temperatures may cause more injury-related deaths in the future, according to a new study.
Joaquin Phoenix and Martin Sheen Get Arrested After Passionate Speeches at Fire Drill Friday Protest
Joaquin Phoenix and Martin Sheen were both arrested for protesting climate inaction with Jane Fonda.
Leonardo DiCaprio's Earth Alliance Donates $3 Million to Help Australia Wildfires
The Australia Wildfire Fund is a new charity to help with relief for the Australian bushfires.
YouTubers Creatively Show How Australia Fires Are Already Affecting the Planet
Taco Bell Is Developing Sustainable Packaging and Making Dining Easier For Vegetarians
Taco Bell's 2020 commitments focus on sustainability.
Fact-Checking the Anti-Greta Thunberg Propaganda — Are Any of the Theories True?
Greta Thunberg's skyrocket to fame has inspired some criticism from climate science deniers — are any of the theories true?
Number of Animals Killed in Australia's Wildfires Soars to More Than 1 Billion
The number has increased from 480 million last week.
Australian Bushfires: Where to Donate to Help Victims, Animals, and More
Donate to these organizations that are working to help victims and put out the fires.
Joaquin Phoenix, Russell Crowe, and More Link Climate Crisis to Australia Fires at Golden Globes
Many speeches acknowledged the climate crisis and its ties to the fires in Australia.
Celebrities Will Eat a Sustainable Plant-Based Menu at This Year's Golden Globes
1,300 celebrity diners will eat completely plant-based at Sunday's awards show.
Australian Bushfires: Everything You Need to Know
The deadly bushfires tearing through Australia still show no signs of stopping.
Australia Bushfires Are Fueling Their Own Flames With Fiery Pyro-Cumulonimbus Clouds
Australian bushfires are generating pyro-cumulonimbus clouds, making it difficult to put the fires out.
7 Caribbean Countries Are Banning Single-Use Plastic Starting Jan. 1
A single-use plastic ban is going into effect in these Caribbean nations.
#TeamTrees Hits $20 Million Goal to Help Reforest the Earth
#TeamTrees is officially planting 20 million trees.
BTS Wants to Raise Awareness About the Climate Crisis With New Partnership
BTS is joining the fight for a healthy planet and clean air.
Amazon Deforestation Rates More Than Doubled This Year
November marked the highest recorded rates of Amazon deforestation in years.
Greta Thunberg Changed Her Twitter Bio After Trump Said She Should "Chill"
Drag him, Greta.
Greta Thunberg is TIME's Person of the Year
Greta Thunberg Has Perfect Response to Brazilian President Calling Her a "Pirralha"
Greta made a simple yet bold move.
Jane Goodall On the Power of "Reaching People's Hearts" as Climate Activism
"The point is to take actual action. To do your bit."
Fires Across Australia Flood Sydney With Smoke
Sydney is covered in smoke from wildfires spreading along eastern Australia.
NYC Jails Kick Off Meatless Mondays
"Our hope is that individuals leave our custody more mindful of the benefits of a reduced meat diet, both for themselves and for the planet."
Ethical Black Friday: Companies Boycotting the "Holiday" This Year
Animal Cruelty Is Officially a Nationwide Felony
The PACT Act is finally law.
Australian Bushfires: What Caused Them, Death Toll, and More
Over the past few weeks, tragic bushfires have been tearing through eastern Australia.
Alex Trebek Once Donated $2 Million of Land for Conservation
Alex Trebek once purchased more than 60 acres of land and donated it to a Los Angeles conservancy.
The Global Climate Strike vs. Black Friday
Nationwide Animal Cruelty Bill Now Just Needs President's Signature to Become a Law
The PACT Act has passed in the Senate!
Cactus Leather Is the Newest Eco-Friendly Fabric
The Queen Is Done With Fur
Delhi Air Pollution Levels Reach Record-Breaking Heights in Public Health Emergency
Going outside in Delhi is equivalent to smoking 50 cigarettes in one day.
The Ocean Cleanup Is Now Cleaning Up Rivers With the "Interceptor"
The "Interceptor" is the latest from The Ocean Cleanup.
Hundreds of YouTubers Just Planted 5.6 Million Trees to Fight the Climate Crisis
#TeamTrees.
Lili Reinhart's Advice for Empowering Youth: "Stay Informed"
"There’s nothing more important than the planet we live on."
David Burtka Is a Meat-Eater, But He Loves Vegan Meat: "You Really Can’t Taste the Difference"
David Burtka sat down with Green Matters to share his love of vegan meat.
Bill Making Animal Cruelty a Felony Nationwide Passes in the House
The PACT Act is one step closer to becoming a federal law.
Greta Thunberg Has a Fan in David Attenborough: "She Is There Because of Her Passion"
David Attenborough and Greta Thunberg aren't bothered by their haters.
Why the Greenhouse Effect Is Important: How It Works and Causes Global Warming
The greenhouse effect is why so many of the things we do are hurting the planet.
The Ocean Cleanup Reveals Successful Catch in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch
More than a year after the launch of System 001, The Ocean Cleanup confirms that they’ve been successful in retrieving trash from the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
Big Mac, Step Aside — McDonald's Trials Beyond Meat Burgers
McDonald's is going beyond the classic burger with its latest menu offering.
How Fracking Affects the Environment and Public Health
Fracking 101.
19-Year-Old Xiuhtezcatl Martinez Isn't Waiting For Permission to Solve the Climate Crisis: "The Time Is NOW"
“We are going way beyond activism," 19-year-old Xiuhtezcatl Martinez tells Green Matters.
Shailene Woodley on Why Environmental Activism Must Be Intersectional: "We Are Nature Ourselves"
"I want to have kids. And I just can’t justify bringing them into a world where I’m not fighting every single day to make direct change for future generations," Woodley tells Green Matters.
Impossible Foods Is Finally Letting Customers Cook Their Own Burgers
The company wants you to guess which city will get the plant-based meat first.
Greta Thunberg Tells Trevor Noah What She Thinks of the U.S.'s Attitude on Climate Change: "Where I Come From, It's a Fact"
Greta Thunberg has some observations about New York.
Just Salad Ditches Beef for Beyond Meatballs, Plans to Go Meatless in Next 5 Years
Where's the beef? Not at Just Salad.
California Bill Prohibits Circuses From Using Wild Animals
The California Assembly just passed a bill that will ban circuses from using almost all kinds of animals.
Little Rock Expands Program That Pays the Homeless to Collect Litter
The Bridge to Work program is expanding in Little Rock.
How the Climate Crisis Dethroned Sweden's Tallest Mountain Peak
Kebnekaise's southern peak is now only the second-tallest mountain in Sweden.
How to Celebrate Climate Week: The Global Climate Strike + Free Events Around NYC
There are numerous events as part of Climate Week NYC.
What the EPA's Proposed Methane Regulations Would Mean for the Planet
The EPA is proposing less strict regulation of the oil and gas industry.
Wild Dolphin Interactions With Humans Prohibited in New Zealand's Bay of Islands
The goal is to restore the bottlenose dolphin population.
KFC and Beyond Meat Partner Up to Sell Vegan Fried Chicken
"It's still finger lickin' good."
The Amazon Fires Are Destroying Indigenous People's Homes — We Interviewed an Amazon Watch Director to Learn More
Andrew Miller of Amazon Watch explains why the indigenous people of the Amazon are under attack.
The World Can’t Survive Without the Amazon: Here’s Why
The fires in the Amazon aren’t just affecting those who live there — it’s also affecting you.
Your Biggest Questions About the Amazon Rainforest Fires, Answered
Here are answers to your biggest questions about the Amazon rainforest fires.
The Record-Breaking Amazon Rainforest Fires Could Be Detrimental to the Earth
The Earth cannot survive without the Amazon.
Air Pollution Linked to Psychiatric Disorders Like Depression and Schizophrenia
Could air pollution be a cause of mental health disorders?
Meat Taxes Might Be Coming to Save the Planet
A meat tax is controversial, but could be effective.