Good News for the Environment

Sustainable stories of progress for the planet

he Gwich’in First Nation cultural gathering of all the Gwich’in peoples from Yukon, Alaska, and Northwest Territories in in 2014. Here, people discuss important issues, such as threats from oil and gas development projects.

Second Oil Company Exits Arctic Thanks To Fierce Indigenous Opposition

Drilling and subsequent infrastructure development in the Arctic would have significant impacts on the tundra and would be disruptive to wildlife like caribou and polar bears.
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These Are the 25 Oldest National Parks in America

The importance of these lands goes back further than explorations of the Western wilderness, further than the passage of protective legislation. Using a variety of historical sources, we compiled a list of the 25 oldest established national parks in America.
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Good News: Indigenous Farmers Reclaim Time-honored Techniques

In myriad tribal communities, food sovereignty has blossomed from a concept into a full-blown movement.
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Electric Reefs, Lanterns, & Fruit Trees - Good News This Week: November 5th 2022

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Two workers eat fruits from a tree in front of them

Cities Are Planting Trees. Why Not Make Them Fruit Trees?

From backyards to sidewalks, communities in Philadelphia and beyond see food-bearing trees as a path to food justice and climate adaptation.
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Sustainable gifts for men, including cross body bags, cold brew soap, and candles

31 Best Sustainable Gifts for Him

Shopping for a gift for the man in your life can quickly become stressful, we've got you! Check out our gift guide of thoughtfully-made products to help you narrow down your search...
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Gifts that give back to the LGBTQ+ community, mental health organizations, and various nonprofits

The Ultimate Guide To Gifts That Give Back

Find the perfect gifts to show your love and appreciation for the special people in your life, all while making a difference for causes they believe in.
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Gifts for environmentalists include ethical chocolate, Toad&Co clothes, and national parks socks.

21 Best Gifts for Environmentalists

We’ll let you in on a little secret: Environmentalists don’t want you to gift them unnecessary crap that will end up in a landfill. So, while it might initially feel intimidating, shopping for the environmentalists in your life is actually quite easy. 
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Shower Buses, Seals, & Notable Women - Good News This Week: October 22nd 2022

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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A person holding a cage of oysters close to New York's harbor

Oysters and Students May Revive New York's Famed Harbor

With the help of city school kids, an organization is restoring long-depleted oyster beds that once flourished in the waters that surround New York City. The bivalves are cleaning the water and protecting shorelines.
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20 Best Gifts For Animal Lovers (That Give Back) 2023

There are plenty of high-quality, eco-friendly, and do-good gifts for all the animal lovers in your life. Here is our gift guide to finding the perfect fit.
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