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4 Women Fighting Plastic
Kendall Witters
March 8, 2024
This International Women’s Day, we recognize trailblazers in the plastics fight.
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March 7, 2024
Hayao Miayzaki’s The Boy and the Heron continues his exploration of environmental themes.
Greenwashing: How Industries Lie to You
Mary Mabry
March 7, 2024
Explore how guilt, cognitive dissonance, and trust trick consumers.
Climate Ed 101: Teacher Edition
Emily Walker
March 7, 2024
Climate Literate Lesson Guides provide a professional development opportunity for teachers.
Is Plastic Making Us Obese?
Lindsey Sparkman
March 4, 2024
Research is revealing the role of a shockingly common factor in obesity: plastic.
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End Plastics
4 Women Fighting Plastic
Kendall Witters
March 8, 2024
This International Women’s Day, we recognize trailblazers in the plastics fight.
Is Plastic Making Us Obese?
Lindsey Sparkman
March 4, 2024
Research is revealing the role of a shockingly common factor in obesity: plastic.
Chemical Recycling: Savior or Saboteur?
Lindsey Sparkman
February 21, 2024
Chemical recycling’s potential to combat plastic waste is enticing.
Love in Bloom: Eco-Friendly Valentine’s Celebrations
Kelley Scott
February 12, 2024
Valentine’s Day traditions don’t have to be plastic.
7 Big Things I Learned About Plastics That Shocked Me
Jacob Wunsh
November 21, 2023
Microplastics are everywhere — including in our children.
Plastics: The Deadly Epidemic
Lindsey Sparkman
November 20, 2023
We still don’t know how plastics affect us.
Plastic Recycling is a Lie
Lauren Lightcap
November 15, 2023
We’re exposing Big Oil’s deception about plastic recycling.
Pets and Plastics: The Hidden Danger
Lindsey Sparkman
November 3, 2023
Everyday pet products expose our beloved animals to harmful microplastics.
Will We Survive the Plastic Apocalypse?
Lauren Lightcap
November 1, 2023
A world grappling with climate chaos and plastic pollution must take global environmental action.
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Conservation & Biodiversity
High Stakes With the High Seas Treaty
Sarah Hodulik
August 16, 2023
The High Seas Treaty aims to protect our oceans.
Could Ladybugs Save The World? The Hidden Heroes of Your Garden
MingXiu Koh
June 23, 2023
Ladybugs, tiny but mighty beetles, are in need of protection.
Battling the Invisible Enemy: U.S. Chemical Spills Run Rampant
MingXiu Koh
June 23, 2023
The need for stronger chemical safety regulations in the U.S. is critical.
Honey Heists and Honey Fraud
Giovanna Barajas
May 26, 2023
The Honey Industry has fallen victim to honey fraud and heists.
The Truth About Biomass: Burning Trees is not a Green Alternative
Kamilla Jafarova
May 9, 2023
Burning trees for energy is not a greener alternative to oil and gas.
The Pledge to Our Keiki: Embracing Sustainable Tourism and the Spirit of Ohana
Madison Aughinbaugh
April 13, 2023
The Pledge to Our Keiki: Embracing Sustainable Tourism and the Spirit of Ohana Hawaii is
Three Important Takeaways from the UN COP15 Biodiversity Conference
Lizzie Williamson
April 10, 2023
Three major takeaways from COP15’s biodiversity conference.
How to do Earth Day 2023
Madison Aughinbaugh
February 6, 2023
How to Earth Day 2023 This year marks the 53rd anniversary of the birth of
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Sustainable Fashion
7 Must-See Sustainable Black Designers Redefining Fashion
Kanan Parikh
February 22, 2024
Black-owned sustainable fashion businesses push for equity.
Unraveling the Impact of Thrifting
Lindsey Sparkman
February 11, 2024
Thrifting doesn’t solve the fast fashion problem.
The Devil Wears Polyester
Lindsey Sparkman
December 12, 2023
Let’s rethink our clothing consumption.
The Season of Giving? More Like The Season of Getting
Lily Fowler
November 20, 2023
Black Friday and Cyber Monday perpetuate a wasteful culture.
Exposing a Fast Fashion Wolf in Shapewear’s Clothing
Lindsey Sparkman
October 3, 2023
Is Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS shapewear actually sustainable?
Fast Fashion: Our Generation’s Nuclear Bomb
Shelley Rogers
September 12, 2023
We need to stop the radioactive fallout from our own ingenuity.
Fast Fashion and Its Devastating Impacts on Forests Revealed
Lindey Helwagen
July 31, 2023
Deforestation is one of fast fashion’s most significant environmental impacts.
Thrifting Goes Mainstream: How Fast Fashion Giants Are Capitalizing on the Trend
Lindey Helwagen
July 21, 2023
In an era of overconsumption and accelerated trend cycles, consumers are buying more than ever.
This Summer, Switch to Sustainable Swimwear
Giovanna Barajas
May 31, 2023
Swimwear contributes to the increasing amount of plastic in our water.
Climate Action
Answering Nature’s Call in The Boy and the Heron
Jacob Wunsh
March 7, 2024
Hayao Miayzaki’s The Boy and the Heron continues his exploration of
Transform Education Into Action at EARTHDAY.ORG’s COP27 Climate Education Hub
Matthew Ian Aruch
October 13, 2022
The United Nations Transforming Education Summit noted the important and clear intersections between the education
The Landscape of K-12 Climate Change Education and Next Generation Science Standards in the US
Maya Revell
September 28, 2022
Students need opportunities to learn about climate change.
African ministers praise youth engagement, climate literacy at COP26
Jean-Betrand Mhandu
December 9, 2021
Young people should take center stage in climate action.
7 Victories for Our Planet in 2023
Madison Aughinbaugh
January 12, 2024
At 100 days to Earth Day, we look back at victories in 2023.
A 5 Step Guide to Addressing Climate Change with Kids
Emily Walker
December 22, 2023
We cannot leave children to process their feelings on climate change alone.
Wisdom of Our Elders
Noor Chowdhury
December 19, 2023
Turn to the wisdom of our grandparents for inspiration.
Festivus for the Future: Green Celebrations in a Changing World
Katelyn Crews
December 6, 2023
Discover the eco-friendly charm of Festivus.
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Climate & Environmental Education
The Climate Crisis Speaks Volumes Without Saying a Word
Noor Chowdhury
September 19, 2023
While we can recognize climate change is a daunting issue, we
Circular Economy and the Role of Consumer Behavior
Annie Button
May 17, 2023
Discover why individuals are crucial to the circular economy.
Transform Education Into Action at EARTHDAY.ORG’s COP27 Climate Education Hub
Matthew Ian Aruch
October 13, 2022
The United Nations Transforming Education Summit noted the important and clear intersections between the education
The Landscape of K-12 Climate Change Education and Next Generation Science Standards in the US
Maya Revell
September 28, 2022
Students need opportunities to learn about climate change.
9 ways to get involved with Earth Day
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African ministers praise youth engagement, climate literacy at COP26
Jean-Betrand Mhandu
December 9, 2021
Young people should take center stage in climate action.
Youth leaders push for climate education at COP26
Avery Sherffius
November 12, 2021
Where politicians have fallen flat to address climate change, youth have risen up to demand
To accelerate climate action, start with mandating climate education in schools
Sonia Sambhi
August 2, 2021
Making climate education compulsory in schools is top priority to build capacity for a sustainable
Will 2021 be the year governments commit to quality climate education? A growing call for action ahead of the G-20
Kathleen Rogers & Rebecca Winthrop
June 3, 2021
There is momentum building toward climate education and environmental literacy at COP26.
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Reforestation
Leaf it to Reforestation to Save Our Habitats
Jonathan Connor
October 2, 2023
On World Habitat Day, explore our efforts on reforestation.
Education is Necessary in Tree Planting
Aidan Charron
April 6, 2023
Education is at the core of the environmental movement.
Madagascar Lemurs at Risk
Madeleine Wrobel
March 3, 2023
Here is a look at how climate change threatens diversity in Madagascar.
Helping the Golden Lion Tamarin
Kaitlin Dellaposta
March 3, 2023
The Canopy Project helps the Golden Lion Tamarin.
Wildlife in Ancient Lake Face Modern Problems
Martin Brown
March 2, 2023
Recent rapid growth of the Lake Tanganyika region poses great risk to its aquatic ecosystems.
How Wildfires Leave Barbary Macaques at Heightened Risk of Extinction
Lia Manukyan
March 1, 2023
Barbary Macaques are one of the most endangered populations on Earth
The Royal Bengal Tiger
Bani Dhaliwal
February 28, 2023
All hope is not lost to save the Bengal Tiger.
The Sacred Connection Between Trees and Hinduism
Bani Dhaliwal
February 14, 2023
Hinduism depicts trees as sacred, soulful, and vital sources for life on Earth.
The Importance of Mangrove Forests
Bani Dhaliwal
February 14, 2023
The mangrove forests’ benefits are too valuable to risk.