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What Do Our Food Choices Have to Do With Extreme Winter Storms?
Sadly, much of the damage we have caused is thought to be irreversible, and we are now seeing the evidence of this in events such as the extreme winter storms that have battered the Northern Hemisphere recently → Read More
From Captivity to Plastic: How Human Actions Impact Orca Whales and What You Can Do
Orca whales are truly breathtaking animals. Their sheer size, strength, speed, and dignity have inspired countless legends and stories in cultures all over the world. → Read More
Orcas Spotted Off the Irish Coast Show Us Why These Animals Belong in the Wild
On Monday, March 5, 2018, there was great excitement off the coast of Dingle Bay, Ireland, when two famous orcas were spotted by members of the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG). → Read More
Meet the 15-Year-Old Activist Fighting to End Plastic Pollution!
Hannah Testa is a fifteen-year-old activist from Georgia who founded the environmental advocacy organization Hannah4Change in 2014. → Read More
Kenya Spearheads New Technique to Remove Plastic Bags From Forestry
Last year, Kenya completely banned the production, sale, or usage of plastic bags, with heavy penalties for those who fail to comply. The decision was hailed as one of the world’s most bold and determined actions to halt plastic pollution. And now, this country has taken another step toward a plastic-free future with its decision to spearhead a new technique that will remove the necessity for… → Read More
8 Puppy Mill Survivors Whose Stories Will Give You Hope
The dogs below have diverse stories to tell. Some of them are alive to this day, and some have sadly passed on. But the one thing every one of them has had in common is their ability to reach the hearts of people all over the country and all over the world, teaching us that dogs deserve to be loved and cherished, always. → Read More
A Peek Into the Amazing Film Festival Raising Awareness and Funds for Homeless Dogs
Bow Wow Film Festival was founded in 2014 by Susan Kelley. In an interview with One Green Planet, Susan explained she was inspired to establish the festival after witnessing the hard work and dedication of a rescue group in her area a few years ago. → Read More
Learn Why Buddhist Leader, Thich Nhat Hanh, Believes You Should Eat Vegan
Thich Nhat Hanh, a renowned Buddhist leader, has long taught that compassion to animals is a vital part of a spiritual lifestyle. → Read More
This Hilarious, Fun-Filled Turkey Is Changing Hearts as an Ambassador for His Kind
One amazing turkey named Cornelius has made it his mission to change that. → Read More
These 5 Groups Are Fighting to Protect the Oceans – and You Can Too
It can seem impossible to imagine how these problems will be solved, but luckily, there are many awesome individuals and organizations out there who are determined to conserve our oceans. → Read More
Meet the People Who’ve Dedicated Their Lives to Protect the Last Ecosystem Where Rhinos, Orangutans, and Tigers Live
There is still much that needs to be done to restore the Leuser Ecosystem to its full glory, but dedicated Sumatran groups such as The Rangers of Tangkahan are determined to see it through. → Read More
A Look into the Summer Wind Farms ‘Scamtuary’ and Why You Should Never Attend
One “scamtuary” named Summer Wind Farms Sanctuary in Michigan is now being investigated by PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) for rampant animal neglect and cruelty. Summer Wind Farms holds a wide variety of animals, including bears, big cats, reptiles, and primates. → Read More
Without Bees We’d Be Left With a Silent, Dead World – Here’s What YOU Can Do to Help
Many of us are accustomed to seeing bees fly around our backyards on summer evenings, but what we may not understand is just how important these creatures are to our continued existence on this planet. Bees are responsible for pollinating approximately 250,000 plant species. → Read More
5 Artists and Photographers Who Are Fighting for Farmed Animals With Their Work
A growing number of pioneering artists and photographers are now choosing to focus on the plight of these animals, in an attempt to expand people’s awareness of who they truly are when they are allowed to be free. → Read More
These Awesome Cities Are Taking the Lead Against Plastic Pollution – Here’s How You Can Too!
One of the most encouraging developments has been the fact that cities all over the world are making an effort to cut down on their waste, or even become “zero waste” cities (a term used to describe cities that recycle and reuse all of their waste, rather than sending it to landfill). → Read More
Environmental Groups Are Suing New York Over Water Pollution Caused by Dairy Farms – Here’s Why
Earthjustice is suing the state of New York for allowing large dairy producing companies to spread polluted water onto nearby lands without environmental safeguards. → Read More
This Ground-Breaking Photographer is Helping Farm Animals With Every Click
Her stunning photographs of farmed animals encourage the viewer to see who these animals truly are, while also highlighting the heartbreaking existences that they face within the factory farm system. → Read More
Get Inspired By These 5 People Who Have Found a Productive Way to Repurpose Plastic Waste!
Plastic, of some kind, can be found everywhere you turn in modern society. It is impossible to walk into an average grocery store without seeing huge amounts of it – although two pioneering waste-free bloggers, Lauren Singer and Daniel Silverstein, are aiming to launch a new zero-waste store in Brooklyn, NYC, that will buck this trend! Every year, we produce 300 million tons of plastic globally.… → Read More
Meet 4 Kick-Ass Animals Who Broke Free from Captivity!
Meet these four amazing animals that broke free from captivity, some more than once! → Read More
Moving Photo Shows the Dedication of Two Men Who Rescued an Orangutan in Dire Straits
Palm oil is a ubiquitous product on supermarket shelves. Highly esteemed by manufacturers due to its versatility and low cost, it can be found in an estimated 50 percent of everyday consumer goods, including snack bars, cosmetics, cleaning fluids, and pet treats. It was even used in the production of toxic napalm during World War II. Nowadays, 90 percent of the world’s palm oil is produced in… → Read More