Good News for the Environment

Sustainable stories of progress for the planet

Pattie Gonia wearing drag made of environmental materials

Pattie Gonia is Hosting a Drag Show For the Planet

In honor of Earth Week, drag queens Pattie Gonia and VERA! are co-hosting an environment-themed drag show in San Francisco.
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A photo collage of a basketball stadium, people in a field, Ann Patchett and her dog, Sparky, a Narcan nasal spray, and a screenshot of the vis deurbel livestream

Fish Doorbells, Narcan, & Bookstores - Good News This Week: April 1st 2023

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Screenshot of fish doorbell website, with lots of writing in Dutch

You Can Volunteer At A 'Fish Doorbell' To Protect Fish

Discover the “fish doorbell,” a 24/7 livestream allowing volunteers worldwide to help protect migrating fish in Dutch waterways by guiding them past dams and predators, fostering global cooperation in conserving vital aquatic ecosystems.
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People protesting on the street with one of them holding a sign that says "we can do better"

50 Celebrity Activists With a History of Protesting Injustice

Despite calls for actors, athletes, musicians, and other celebrities to eschew activism to focus on entertainment, there is a long-standing precedent for famous people to leverage their platforms to enact change.
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A photo collage of Tim Walz celebrating with children, three women with bags and items on the floor, an open field with trees, a woman with a notebook and pen, and the Best Friends Pet Resource Center

Free Food, Books, & Pets - Good News This Week: March 24th 2023

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Illustration of water waves for World Water Day

Celebrating World Water Day Good News Stories: One Drop at a Time

Quench your thirst for good news with inspiring World Water Day stories, and join the fight for clean water and sanitation for all!
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Asheville, North Carolina at sunrise

The 100 Greenest Cities in America, Ranked

When it comes to making an impact on a larger scale, looking at which cities have particularly eco-engaged citizens, companies, and local governments reveals just how much of an impact environmental initiatives can have.
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A photo collage of activists, a TikTok video, Chloe Hayden at Harry Styles's concert, a wind turbine, and solar panels

Accessibility, Microgrids, & Wind Farms - Good News This Week: March 18th 2023

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A photo collage of Daniela Arroyo González, Jason Christiansen next to a trailer, a woman and girl dancing, a hydrogen-powered commuter airplane, and the Rainbow Flag

Women, Airplanes, & Sleep Trailers - Good News This Week: March 11th 2023

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A collection of the best documentaries about climate change

15 Best Climate Change Documentaries To Stream

Documentaries are a powerful tool for bringing important environmental issues to the forefront of our minds, inspiring us to engage with the topic and inspiring us to take practical and immediate action. 
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Kate Raworth and a visual representation of Doughnut Economics

What is Doughnut Economics? A New Way Forward

Learn about Doughnut Economics: A creative concept that outlines a new economic model to sustainably bring us into the 21st century.
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Two examples of online thrift stores: Curtsy and Goodfair

47 Best Online Thrift Stores To Shop Second Hand

Find your next great outfit with our curated guide to the best online thrift stores. Plus: reduce waste, help the planet, save money, & practice conscious consumerism.
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