Good News for the Environment

Sustainable stories of progress for the planet

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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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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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Good News This Week: October 21, 2023 - Sanctuaries, Recycling, & Climate Education

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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A photo collage of an aerial view of a solar farm, a crowd of people at Philadelphia's National Coming Out Parade, two people sewing, a PFAS destruction unit named 'Eleanor', and a medical professional holding their phone

Good News This Week: October 14, 2023 - Healthcare, Football, & Circular Fashion

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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Seed Keeping & Culinary Mentorships Could Restore Native Food Traditions That Have Been Under Attack for Centuries

The Native American Food Sovereignty Alliance is actively revitalizing food systems, promoting food sovereignty, and teaching cultural practices to secure a sustainable future for Native communities.
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Participants at a Reclypt Mending Club meet-up sew and repair clothes at a long table.

Reclypt's Mending Club is Combatting Fast Fashion One Stitch At a Time

NYC’s Reclypt’s Mending Club leads classes and pop-up events to teach community members how to repair and reuse clothing to prevent environmental waste.
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A photo collage of a group of Gen Z teenagers, a female crash-test dummy, a set of pills, a Black woman attending to another woman, and a view of the ocean and a cliffside

Good News This Week: October 7, 2023 - Vaccines, Havens, & Gen Z

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
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20 Online Consignment Shops — To Shop & Sell

It’s never been easier to shop and sell secondhand. Online consignment shops are a great, user-friendly way to do just that.
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Black Men with Gardens: This Blooming Instagram Movement is Changing How the World Sees Black Men

A blend of green thumbs and powerful narratives, @blackmenwithgardens on Instagram provides a heartfelt look at Black men’s affinity for gardening and their broader stories.
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Quote Graphic: The first rule of sustainability is to align with natural forces, or at least not try to defy them. — Paul Hawken

79 Best Sustainability Quotes To Inspire Action

Whether you’re an activist, a concerned citizen, or someone curious about sustainable living — these quotes will challenge and inspire you to make choices that benefit people and planet.
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Disability & Climate Justice: A Q&A with Daphne Frias

Grassroots activist, community organizer, and cancer survivor Daphne Frias discusses her experiences with disability rights, climate justice, and studying public health.
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