New Mayor of Los Angeles Promises to “Solve Homelessness” — What Are Available Solutions?
The new mayor of Los Angeles, Calif., Karen Bass, has promised to solve homelessness. But what are solutions to homelessness?
Politics & Policy
Learn more about how government policy impacts the climate.
Carbon Credits: Do They Really Impact Emissions?
Carbon credits can be bought by businesses, to represent the removal of emissions from our environment. But do these credits really lower their impact?
What Are Eco-Terrorists? Here's What You Should Know About Environmental Extremism
What are eco-terrorists? Some eco-terrorist groups were founded in the second half of the 20th century. What do they do and why are they dangerous?
Air Pollution May Put People at a Higher Risk of Dementia, According to Reports
A U.K. government climate organization recently released new information regarding a potential link between air pollution and dementia.
NASA Has Run Ocean Exploration Programs For Quite Some Time Now
Did NASA ever stop exploring the oceans? NASA, which was founded in 1958, has led an ocean exploration program for several decades now.
With Strange Timing, Pittsburgh Bridge Collapses Hours Before Infrastructure Meeting
A bridge in Pittsburgh's Frick park collapsed before a presidential infrastructure meeting, reiterating the importance of sustainable development.
How to Get Started Building the Eco-Friendly House of Your Dreams
Building an eco-friendly home starts with understanding what aspects of a modern home can be environmentally-friendly.
Do Tiny Homes Appreciate in Value?
Tiny homes may not be as big or expensive as a conventional home, but there are instances where even they appreciate in value.
If You’re Looking for a Tiny House Village Near You, Look No Further
Tiny house villages are a great way for like-minded individuals to bond and support one another, but how does one go about locating one?
These Eco-Friendly Hobbit Homes Are a Whimsical Way to Live Low-Impact
Hobbit homes are the newest, most whimsical way to be eco-friendly, but are they closer to fantasy or reality?
College Majors for Eco-Conscious Students Looking to Save the Planet After Graduation
If you're planning to save the planet after graduation, consider opting into one of these college majors that relate to the environment.
Tesla's Lawsuit in Berlin Was Dropped — but Here's Why It Started
Tesla's factory just outside of Berlin went through a major lawsuit that was eventually dropped — here's everything you need to know about it.
Olympic Stadiums: What Happens to Them When the Games Are Over?
When the Olympic Games are over and done with, what happens to the stadiums and villages that were built specifically to host them?
This New England Hotel Is One of the Most Sustainable in the Country (Exclusive)
On behalf of Chevrolet, I stayed in one of the most sustainable hotels across the country, and spoke to the hospitality manager about its practices.
Sustainability at the Tokyo Olympics: A Look Into the Recycled Medals, Podiums, and Eco Initiatives
The Tokyo Olympics have a number of sustainability initiatives.
Sustainable Shipping Options to Lower Your Small Business' Environmental Impact
Packaging and shipping can raise a business' environmental impact, but these sustainable shipping options will vastly improve your small business.
Bamboo: Is It As Eco-Friendly As Everyone Seems to Think?
Bamboo has been steadily gaining popularity as a sustainable textile and building material, but is bamboo actually eco-friendly, or is it greenwashing?
California Gov. Gavin Newsom Expresses Support to Ban Fracking
Is the state of California officially going to impose a fracking ban? A new bill was recently proposed, that could completely ban drilling by 2027.
This Startup is 3D-Printing Wood Made From Upcycled Sawdust (Exclusive)
Forust that is 3D printing wood by upcycling sawdust and other byproducts from the wood industry that would otherwise be considered waste.
New York Power Plant, Indian Point, Shuts Down — Will This Help or Hurt the Environment?
A major power plant in New York called Indian Point has shut its doors after almost 40 years — but is this really the answer to lower emissions?
Tiny Homes Aren't Legal in Every State — Here's Why
Tiny homes may be one of the best ways to simplify your living situation, but did you know that they aren’t allowed in every U.S. state?
Fukushima: About the 2011 Nuclear Disaster, Updates, and More
Japan's Fukushima power plant was destroyed in 2011 after a tsunami hit, and its wastewater is about to be rereleased into surrounding waters.
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.
How Earthships Are Changing the Face of Sustainable Living
Earthships are said to be the new face of sustainable living, but what exactly are they?
How Curitiba, Brazil Became One of the Most Sustainable Cities on Earth
Curitiba is perhaps not as well-known as other Brazilian cities, but it is one of the most sustainable cities in the world.
How Eco Consulting Can Help Businesses Be More Sustainable
Eco consulting is a fairly new concept in the world of business and it’s helping wayward corporations become more sustainable.
Rwanda Is One of Few Countries to Manage and Regulate E-Waste on a National Level
The e-waste problem is a continuous issue, and has gotten increasingly worse — but Rwanda's combatting efforts have been incredibly practical.
How Vancouver, B.C. Is Combatting the Housing Crisis With Tiny Townhouses
How is Vancouver helping its homeless population? A builder in the B.C. Canadian metropolis proposed to house those in need with tiny townhouses.
Is the North Brooklyn Pipeline Officially Shut Down? Mayor de Blasio Speaks Out
New York City Mayor, Bill de Blasio, has spoken out against the North Brooklyn Pipeline project, criticizing National Grid. But is the fight over?
4 Young Climate Activists on Intersectionality in Climate Justice, Fighting From Home, and More
In honor of Earth Day, we interviewed four young women fighting for climate justice.
Airlines Must Fly Certain Routes — Even Without Passengers — to Qualify for Bailout Money
Stipulations for the airline bailouts have flights flying without any passengers on board.
Wondering Why Deforestation Is Such a Big Deal? Here Are the Facts
There’s general knowledge out there that cutting down trees just isn’t good. But why is deforestation a problem, and what is the impact? Find out now.
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.
What Are the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN?
The United Nations have many goals for sustainable development — learn about them here.
10 of the Decade's Best Climate Innovations
The 2010s were filled with innovations that are helping our planet.
What Are the Effects of Global Warming? A Deep Dive Into Climate Change
Learn about the many frightening effects of climate change and global warming.
Greta Thunberg Has Perfect Response to Brazilian President Calling Her a "Pirralha"
Greta Thunberg had a hilarious response to Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro calling her a "pirralha."
Best Environmental Charities to Donate To
Environmental charities are important to support, if you can afford to donate.
How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint at Home, At School, and More
Calculating your carbon footprint is a great first step towards reducing it — here are some tips for doing so at home.
Today Marks the Earliest Earth Overshoot Day in History — Here's How We Can Slow Things Down
Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when our demand for natural resources exceeds our biocapacity — here's what you ca ndo
5 Breathtaking Eco-Friendly Hotels and Resorts From Around the World
Some of the world's most eco-friendly hotels are also incredibly gorgeous.