A version of this article appears in print on July 25, 2025, Section A, Page 22 of the New York edition with the headline: Joanna Macy, Author Who Brought to Light ‘Eco-Anxiety,’ Dies at 96.

Extremely high levels of toxic chemicals called PFAS have been found in a small sampling of reusable menstrual pads and panties.

Eco-action is at the core of IDEAS For Us. Ferrara and Chris Castro turn big environmental challenges into local, do-able projects. “We wanted to have a club that was based around everyday people.

Use of environmentally conscious menstrual products are on the rise. A new study finds that some contain exceedingly high levels of toxic chemicals from plastics.

Use of environmentally conscious menstrual products are on the rise. A new study finds that some contain exceedingly high levels of toxic chemicals from plastics.

Extremely high levels of toxic chemicals called PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) have been found in a small sampling of reusable menstrual pads and panties, according to a new ...

Dear Front Rangers: We’re three weeks into Plastic Free July! This week, let’s unwrap the truth about plastic film and flexible packaging — the softer, stretchier plastics like bags, wraps ...