Good News for the Environment

Sustainable stories of progress for the planet

Items in a disaster preparedness kit: A first aid kid, water bottles, a mask, matches, and crackers.

8 simple ways to prepare for climate disaster (without panicking)

Being ready for an emergency is an act of care for yourself and your community.
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A groundhog stands amidst tall grass

Groundhogs don't make the best weather forecasters, but they are still important for the planet

This Groundhog Day, find a little more appreciation for the marmots of the world.
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Quote: Activism is my rent for living on the planet. — Alice Walker

34 Best Quotes About Activism — By Activists

The best quotes from famous activists about making a difference in the world. Plus, downloadable social media graphics and phone backgrounds.
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Illustrated February awareness calendar

February: Awareness Months & Holidays for Causes

The ultimate calendar of February's awareness days, national months, and more...
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A group of men smile as they cheers beers together in a bar.

Would you drink beer made from wastewater? These brewers are betting you will

The next beer in your hand might be made from sewage — and that’s the point.
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A sea otter swims in the water

Could otters slow climate change by munching on sea urchins? Scientists think so

From kelp forests to sea grass meadows, these charismatic predators are quietly holding parts of the coast together.
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Dave Matthews Band

Dave Matthews Band pledges to plant 1 million trees on newly-announced summer tour

The band’s partnership with the Nature Conservancy continues, and will result in a total of 7 million trees planted since 2020.
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A young Native American girl stands at the edge of a green field

From eviction to co-stewardship: Indigenous communities reclaim park lands

From the Grand Canyon to Yosemite, Indigenous leadership is guiding restoration, protecting land, water, and culture.
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A group of researchers kneel outdoors over a patch of soil, listening with headphones and holding a laptop

Scientists plant microphones to hear 'the sounds of the underground.' It could transform soil health

The creative method could pave the way for researchers to detect — and fix — soil degradation.
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A photo collage of a house with solar panels on the roof, Martin Luther King, Jr. speaks in front of a crowd, people playing musical instruments in front of a crowd, a man holds a microphone while smiling, and an aerial view of crowded pews inside a church

Good News This Week: January 24, 2026 - Birds, Brass Bands, & Clinics

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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A close-up of a dog's paws in green grass

Dog ownership comes with a major carbon 'paw' print. Here are 5 realistic ways to reduce it

Your love — and a safe planet to snuggle on — really are just about all your pups need.
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An array of vegan-friendly food on a wooden table, some in small bowls.

Researchers ranked the carbon footprint of six types of diets. Here’s how vegans and vegetarians ranked

Two separate studies pointed to the environmental merits of eating a vegan diet.
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