Building a Brighter Future

Known for both her gorpcore experiments and collabs with big-name design brands, Nicole McLaughlin has bridged the gap between outdoor gear and high fashion—and could very well transform both for the better

An enlightening new study revealed just how prevalent the toxic class of PFAS compounds are in smartwatch wristbands. Here’s what runners and hikers need to know.

Everything from sustainable soft goods to thermoplastic wheels and frames

Outdoor brands are staking their sustainability cred on down, wool, and synthetic insulations. Are their claims accurate?

Planet+Purpose Solutions creates action plans for brands seeking to make sustainability a priority

The reusable packaging service RePack helps companies reduce their carbon footprint while building brand affinity

Jean production is resource intensive and sometimes toxic—but it doesn't have to be

Save money—and keep used gear out of the landfill—when you shop online at these first-rate secondhand stores.

Mariah Reading was a national park ranger whose job was cut during the mass layoffs of 2025. Now, she’s fighting to save public lands one piece of trash at a time.

I needed a climate pep talk. I got one from Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, author of the hit book, ‘What If We Get It Right?’

Live events are all about the party, but they can be brutal on the environment. Here’s how to go easy on the planet without cramping your style.

These fascinating shows offer a behind-the-scenes look at conservation battles and youth climate activism

Scouring your yard clean is a waste of time and deprives your soil of valuable nutrients

The waste that comes from athletic gear and apparel is a structural problem, but individual actions still matter

Auroras, meteor showers, and bioluminescent seas remind us that the planet still puts on the greatest displays.

Lessons from Wendell Berry, Wallace Stegner, and my neighborhood trees

Show up on Earth Day with these easy, powerful actions

A few easy ideas for getting involved this year

We asked one of the original Earth Day organizers for ideas on how to bring back urgency to the movement during a moment that’s more dire than ever