China’s Methane Cloud Serves as a Daunting Reminder of the Country’s Reliance on CoalA large methane cloud has formed over China's coal producing region, which is releasing an inordinate amount of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.
9 Eco-Friendly E-Bikes and Motorcycles That Will Make Your Commute 10x More FunWhether you're looking to sell your car, or if you're looking for a green mode of transportation, check out these eco-friendly e-bikes and motorcycles.
300,000 Gallons of Diesel Were Spilled in New Orleans, Killing Thousands of Birds and FishJust outside of New Orleans, La., about 300,000 gallons of diesel were spilled, killing thousands of birds and fish — but what caused all of this?
Upwards of 25,000 Tons of Discarded Home Batteries Are Scattered Across GazaGaza had endured relentless power outages, so home batteries seemed like a good solution. But it turns out they pose serious environmental risks.
These Electric Airplane Startups Hope to Decarbonize the Aviation IndustryTo help reduce the environmental impact of aviation, a number of electric airplane startups have hit the tarmac running in recent years.
Will the Fisker Ocean SUV Revolutionize the Electric Auto Industry? The Fisker Ocean SUV is the newest electric car on the market, but is it as eco-friendly as the company claims?
How Drilling for Lithium in the Salton Sea Is Making For a More Sustainable FutureClean energy companies are currently drilling for white gold, aka lithium, in California's Salton Sea — which is win for environmentalists nationwide.
The State of California Will Soon Derive Clean Energy From Floating Wind FarmsWhat is a floating wind farm? The state of California will soon be deriving clean energy from the ocean, with incredible offshore floating wind farms.
Crocs Is Encouraging You to Donate Clothes for a Free Pair of KicksComfort shoe company, Crocs, established a new program with online thrift store, thredUP, which encourages you to donate old clothes for store credit.
Canada Has Officially Banned Coal Shipments From the U.S.Although travel between U.S. and Canada is allowed again, the northernmost North American country is banning coal shipments.
Looking to Add Value to Your Home? These Eco Upgrades Should Come in HandyIf you're looking to add value to your home before you decide to sell it, these eco-friendly upgrades will definitely come in handy.
China's Power Outages May Be Caused By Environmental Factors and Coal ShortagesWhat is causing China's power outages? Experts attribute recent outages across the country to various environmental and political factors.
Leaded Gas Has Been Banned Around the World — but What Does That Mean?After 99 years, officials have finally banned the use of leaded gas in cars worldwide — but what does this mean for the planet?
These Climate Change Technologies Will Be Key in Slashing EmissionsNew climate change tech is changing has the potential of lowering global emissions, but is it too little, too late?
More Homeowners and Car Owners Alike Are Getting Solar Carports — Should You?What are solar carports? More and more homeowners and car owners alike are getting them installed on their properties as a renewable energy source.
Tesla's Lawsuit in Berlin Was Dropped — but Here's Why It StartedTesla's factory just outside of Berlin went through a major lawsuit that was eventually dropped — here's everything you need to know about it.
Solar Panels Can Increase Your Home's Value By ThousandsSolar panels have been shown to add value to your home, but there are a couple catches that go along with them.
China's Solar Panel Space Station Will Be Useful — But Is It Dangerous?Some believe China's solar panel space station could endanger life on planet Earth — before you panic, here's what you need to know about it.
These Solar Panel Companies Manufacture in the U.S., So You Can Power Your Home SustainablySolar technology has come a long way in recent years and many U.S. manufacturers are leading the way in terms of energy efficiency.
Do Solar Panels Collect Energy When the Sun Isn't Out?Solar panels are perhaps the most successful form of renewable energy for the home, but do they work on cloudy days?
What Is Regenerative Braking? Here’s Why It’s So Important to EV DriversThere are many things that set electric vehicles apart from driving a standard gas car, but regenerative braking is one of the greatest EV features.
Billionaire "Space Race" Is Doing Irreparable Harm to the PlanetWhat is the impact of space travel? Although exploring space is important for science, the recreational billionaire "space race" is doing damage.
What to Know About the Now-Canceled Byhalia Connection Pipeline Earlier this month, Mississippi residents celebrated the cancellation of the Byhalia Connection Pipeline — here's what you should know about its history.
New York City Subway Floods Attributed to Filibuster and Climate ChangeWhy is the New York City subway flooding? Some blame the filibuster, while others look at New York's inability to combat the effects of climate change.
University of Cambridge Funds Vegan Spider Silk to Replace Single-Use Plastic PackagingWhat is vegan spider silk? Packaging is one of the leading contributors to planet Earth's waste, so scientists are looking to this sustainable material.
Lorde’s New Environment-Inspired Song ‘Solar Power’ Is Renewable Energy for the SoulLorde has released the first single off her upcoming album of the same name, “Solar Power” — and it's inspired by the environment.
Earth’s Carbon Levels Are Highest Since Measurements BeganAlthough less human activity during the pandemic did wonders for the environment, carbon dioxide levels in Earth's atmosphere are now at its highest.
The Biggest Problem In Recycling, According to Recycle Coach (Exclusive)What is the Recycle Coach App? The app informs consumers of local recycling policies, and we spoke with a rep about the problems with recycling.
Court Orders Shell to Halve CO2 Emissions by 2030 in Historic RulingA Dutch court has ordered Shell to almost halve its carbon emissions in the next nine years.
Despite Tribe's Pleas, Judge Allows DAPL to Continue Running Without PermitsWho is Judge James Boasberg? The U.S. District Judge is has allowed the Dakota Access Pipeline to keep running despite missing key federal permits.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom Expresses Support to Ban FrackingIs the state of California officially going to impose a fracking ban? A new bill was recently proposed, that could completely ban drilling by 2027.
Slashing Methane Emissions by 45 Percent Is Crucial to Avoid Climate Catastrophe — and Easy, Says UN ReportCutting our methane emissions by at least 40 percent could massively help the planet avoid climate catastrophe.
Alexandra Richards' Love for Nature Was Inspired by Her Rockstar DadGreen Matters spoke with Alexandra Richards on her involvement with Project Zero, motherhood, and how she learned to love nature from her rockstar dad.
India on Track to Reach Key Climate Goal a Decade Ahead of Deadline After setting ambitious goals aligned with the Paris Climate Agreement, India is on track to meet the goals a decade early.
Electric Car Batteries: What They're Made Of, What Happens to Them, and MoreInterested in buying an electric car? Here's what EV batteries made from, and what happens to the batteries when they're no longer usable.
Scientists Develop New Bioplastic That Is *Actually* CompostableScientists may have discovered the answer to plastic pollution by developing a fully biodegradable version of the plastic we've grown accustomed to.
CEO of Electric Airplane Company Gives Insight Into the Future of E-viation (Exclusive)Green Matters was able to speak with the CEO of electric airplane company, MagniX, to discuss the foreseeable future of electric flying, or e-viation.
Oil Companies Continue to Drill, Pollute, and Endanger Native Lands — But Why?Why do oil companies drill on native lands? New Mexico's Navajo Nation was flooded with crude oil in 2019, causing explosions and pollution.
Hospitals Have a High Environmental Impact — That's Why Many Are Working to Curb EmissionsLong before the pandemic, hospitals have been notorious for having high environmental impacts — that's why many are working to lower their impact.
Google Maps Now Encouraging Users to Opt For Greener Transportation Options On Tuesday, March 30, Google Maps launched an eco-friendly initiative to encourage users to take green transit options and show environmental impact.
Vegan Fungi "Leather" Is Expected to Hit Adidas' and Stella McCartney's Shelves by 2021Adidas and other brands will be offering vegan "leather" products made of fungi, making them more sustainable than most manmade vegan leathers.
The Environmental Impact of Green Hydrogen May Not Outweigh the PriceWhat is the environmental impact of green hydrogen? Although it may be a clean energy alternative, it's extremely expensive, so here's how it compares.
Climate Envoy John Kerry's History of Working to Protect the PlanetWhat is John Kerry's history with climate activism? What to know about President Joe Biden's 2021 Climate Envoy, his past positions, and more.
What Is the Most Dangerous Type of Air Pollution? Experts Say It Could Be Wildfire SmokeWhat is the most toxic type of air pollution? According to a recent study, wildfire smoke may be more dangerous than other forms of air pollution.
Which Countries Have Signed Carbon Pledges? The U.N. Discredits Them, Saying "Try Harder"Which countries have signed carbon pledges? Several have vowed to lower their environmental impact, but the U.N. says their efforts aren't enough.
IKEA Is Building Solar Car Parks as a Clean Energy InvestmentIKEA is investing in clean energy by building solar car parks as canopies for its parking lots, to supply the stores with means of clean energy.
Wales Still Faces Environmental Turmoil, Years After the 1966 Coal Slide in AberfanWales experienced a coal mining-fueled disaster in 1966, when a coal slide destroyed a community, and the small U.K. country is still facing eco turmoil.
Exploring How Different Energy Sources Cause Different Forms of PollutionCreating and utilizing energy always comes at a cost, especially when it comes to pollution.
Are Solar Panels Recyclable? Here’s How to Dispose of Them SafelyAs solar energy becomes more and more advanced, green advocates are beginning to wonder if older, obsolete, or damaged solar panels are recyclable.
Looking to Help Combat Climate Change? Donate to These Sustainability CharitiesIf you're looking to help combat the effects of global warming, donate money to any one of these highly praised climate change charities.