Good News for the Environment

Sustainable stories of progress for the planet

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Jane Goodall's most iconic quotes on hope & making a difference

In celebration of Jane Goodall's birthday, let's learn from her wisdom and deep sense of hope.

3 Of the Bst Eco friendly gifts for Mom: Siblings candle, GLDN necklace, and apple leather tote bag

8 Best Eco-Friendly Gifts for Mom

How do you find a meaningful yet sustainable present for the woman who deserves it most? We've got some ideas when it comes to eco-friendly gifts for Mom.

People mill about the exterior of a factory turned cafe on Teshima Island in Japan

This illegal dumping site, dubbed 'garbage island,' has been transformed into a modern cafe

Teshima Factory truly represents the journey from trash to treasure.

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Scientists invent world's first sunscreen made of pollen. It won't harm the ocean

The sunscreen is "non-allergenic to humans and eco-friendly to the environment."

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Two years since Maui fires, 900 Hawaii residents move into historic tiny home village: 'Second largest in the nation'

The homes are specifically for wildfire survivors who were not eligible for FEMA assistance.

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Good News This Week: September 27, 2025 - Tortoises, Books, & Sweaters

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...

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22 Best Ethical, Sustainable Amazon Alternatives For Home, Cleaning & Personal Care Products

An extensive guide to the best alternatives to Amazon, specifically for all of your household and cleaning essentials

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12 popular podcasts unite for 'Be Hope' takeover, proving there's still good news in politics

In support of The Global Goals, these beloved podcasts are sharing conversations about finding solutions and hope in the face of the world’s biggest challenges.

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Micro-solutions to microplastics: 4 ways cities and states are legislating away the plastic crisis

While U.S. and global solutions seem far off, policies to limit harm from microplastics are gaining traction at the state and local levels.

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13 Ways to Celebrate National Public Lands Day

September 27 is National Public Lands Day! Here's a guide to celebrating and protecting America's beloved natural spaces.

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What if we could grow reusable cups in our gardens? These gourds are replacing single-use plastic containers

The Gourd Project wants to scale up a centuries-old technology to confront the plastic crisis.

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This college student was tired of seeing red Solo cups litter her campus. She invented a way to turn them into sweaters

The New Norm now sells sweaters and beanies fully made from plastic party cups for as low as $45 a piece.