Good News for the Environment

Sustainable stories of progress for the planet

Tiny shards of multi-colored plastic that are the result of 3D printing filament

Printer Poop' Is a Real Plastic Waste Issue… But Here's How To Recycle It

A popular YouTube creator invented a method to repurpose the plastic waste of "printer poop."
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How One Man Single-Handedly Saved A Rare Butterfly Species That “Needed A Little Extra Help”

A San Francisco hero brought the California Pipevine Swallowtail Butterfly back to the city after they had all but vanished.
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A chacma baboon, a maned wolf, and a male spotted bower bird

Watch The ‘Planet Earth 3’ Trailer and Stream New Episodes For Free

“Planet Earth 3” is out with new episodes after the global nature docuseries took a seven-year hiatus. You can watch the new episodes for free on select streaming services.
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A collage of three photos: One of a group of volunteers with trash bags, one of a burlap sack that reads "Yosemite Facelift," and one of a volunteer signing up with a burlap sack in hand

Yosemite National Park Celebrates Trash Pickup Efforts

Volunteers picked up more than 10,000 pounds of trash during the Yosemite Facelift, a yearly trash clean-up event that takes place on National Public Lands Day.
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These Are the Best Good News Stories You Missed This Week: November 3, 2023

How many of these 21 positive headlines did you catch? Dive into your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Basalt formation along the South Fork John Day Wild and Scenic River in Oregon

The Pacific Northwest Could Be Big Tech's New Hot Spot for Carbon Capture

Due to an abundance of basaltic rock, The Pacific Northwest is the new hub for carbon removal innovation, which is vital in the future of climate solutions.
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Two wind turbines sit off-shore

America’s Largest Offshore Wind Farm Wins Approval

The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project has been granted official approval from the U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. Here's what to expect next.
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11 Practical Zero Waste Blogs for Living Sustainably

Your guide to the best blogs to visit for helpful tips and resources about zero waste living.
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Wan Faridah Akmal Jusoh speaks on the TED stage, a photo of a firefly projected behind her

Climate Change is Killing Fireflies; Here’s Why (and How) We Should Protect Them

Fireflies play a crucial role in ecosystems around the world but are on the decline. Fortunately, there’s still time to preserve them for future generations before they blink out forever.
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This is the Best Way To Toss Your Pumpkins After Halloween, According To Sustainability Experts

An array of options exist, and a landfill doesn’t need to be its final resting place.
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A group of young men hold shovels while they renovate an outdoor space

Good News: Green Spaces in Your Town Could Reduce Gun Violence

Studies show that the presence of green spaces in urban areas can lead to a dramatic drop in crime rates and gun violence and lead to safer communities.
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Karinna Grant stands on the TED stage. Behind her is a screen showing a digital avatar of herself.

The Future of Ethical Fashion is Digital – And It's Closer Than You Think

Digital clothing could become a daily reality by 2033 and has the potential to significantly reduce environmental and social impacts of fast fashion.
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