10 vegan myths, debunked
Vegans and vegetarians are often the target of jokes, scorn, concern and/or fear by a majority culture that routinely...
Climate change is adversely affecting children’s health worldwide
Today’s children are facing climate crisis-related health issues, warns The Lancet’s Countdown on Health and...
Research finds heart attacks and strokes surge on high pollution days in England
A new study published by King’s College London (KCL) reports that elevated levels of air pollution contribute...
Designer invents self-testing HIV kit made out of recycled plastic
One of the largest obstacles in HIV prevention is the lack of clinics and resources in developing countries around...
Microplastics accelerate cell death at 3 times the normal rate, study says
Researchers from the University Medical Centre (UMC) Utrecht recently announced that cells exposed to microplastics...
Doctors are prescribing gardening to improve patients’ health
During their prime, Teddy Roosevelt and John Muir had waxed eloquent about nature’s ability to soothe and rejuvenate...
One plastic teabag can release billions of microplastics into your cup
The next time you are craving tea, choose the paper teabag or loose-leaf tea in a reusable infuser — just steer...
For 2019, the 10 worst cities for air quality are in California and Arizona
Since the enactment of the Clean Air Act in 1970, there has been growing awareness for the importance of good air...
High levels of plastic byproducts discovered in children, study finds
A "human biomonitoring" study, jointly conducted by the German Environment Ministry and the Robert Koch Institute,...
Find Bliss in this natural, cruelty-free and affordable skincare
As self care continues to rise in popularity and importance, it is increasingly easy to get your hands on high-quality...
Save the environment by pooping less, says Bolsonaro
Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro recently suggested that people could save the environment if their bowels moved...
Climate anxiety: Is hopelessness preventing us from confronting our biggest challenge?
Every day, news reporters circulate the latest climate studies that seem to prove the world is ending. The reports...
Cigarette butts, the No. 1 most-littered item, are impacting plant growth
In the frenzy to ban plastic utensils, foam containers, straws and single-use bags, the world’s No. 1 most-littered...
Study shows reusable menstrual cups are safe and just as effective as tampons, pads
Reusable menstrual cups have been around for decades, but they are just starting to pick up in popularity. Most...
New sensor precisely measures air pollution
Scientists agree that air pollution shortens the lives of many Europeans every year, but they have a hard time...
Doctor’s orders: 2 hours in nature boosts mental health, study says
According to British researchers, only two hours of sitting in nature per week could have measurable benefits on...
Looking to make your mornings greener? Try these 7 tips for a sustainable morning routine
We all have our favorite ways to start the day, but how eco-friendly is your morning routine? You might be surprised...
California bans pesticide linked to brain damage in children
In a move that is both a victory for environmental justice and a snub to the current president, the California...
Amsterdam announces plan to ban all polluting cars by 2030
On Thursday, the city of Amsterdam announced its plan to replace all gasoline and diesel-powered cars and motorcycles...
EPA backs the use of toxic herbicide chemical glyphosate
The toxic chemical glyphosate, a common herbicide, has been found to be a threat to public health and a recognized...
A welcoming healthcare center in New Delhi follows passive design principles
New Delhi-based architecture and interior design firm VYOM has completed the Dental Care Centre, a recently opened...
Researchers rush to link toxic chemical to health concerns
A new trend in research reflects a growing concern about the health impacts of a commonly used toxic chemical substance...
Climate activists will turn up the heat at presidential debate
Young people have been making a lot of noise around the urgency of climate change, and they aren’t quieting down....
London becomes the first city to have an Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ)
London is officially the first city to have an Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). The zone, which is active all hours...
Anti-pollution skincare products: Everything you need to know
Anti-pollution skincare products are the latest trend in the skincare industry. As people battle an increasingly...
Costco to be the first major retailer to cut Roundup from the shelves
Moms Across America, a grassroots community of concerned citizens, began a campaign to eliminate the sale of the...
Reduce food waste with your new best friend — Meal Prep Mate
In a world filled with convenient fast-food wherever you go and a focus on instant gratification, it can be a serious...
International Women’s Day Spotlight: Meet the 8 women leading the charge for a better world
International Women’s Day is just one of the 365 days per year that it is important to recognize and celebrate...
Poor air quality found at over 2,000 sites across the UK
A new study shows that close to 2,000 sites across the U.K. have poor air quality due to excess pollution. The...
Hong Kong welcomes Veda, the first vegetarian restaurant inside upscale hotel Ovolo
Hong Kong’s vegan and vegetarian scene has proliferated in the last few years, and now the autonomous territory...