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?
Politics & Policy
Learn more about how government policy impacts the climate.
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.