Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell is a West Michigan native and with a background in journalism, data analysis, cartography and design thinking. He likes to learn new things and solve old problems whenever possible, and enjoys bicycling, spending time with his daughters, and coffee.

Articles by Matthew Russell

Water Crisis Deepens as Mega-Farms Drain the Colorado River

Water Crisis Deepens as Mega-Farms Drain the Co...

The Colorado River is running dry, putting millions at risk. Farmers, cities, and ecosystems are struggling as outdated laws and overuse drain this vital resource. Colorado must act now by...

Water Crisis Deepens as Mega-Farms Drain the Co...

The Colorado River is running dry, putting millions at risk. Farmers, cities, and ecosystems are struggling as outdated laws and overuse drain this vital resource. Colorado must act now by...

Hybrid Sheep Scandal Exposes Dangerous Consequences of Cloning

Hybrid Sheep Scandal Exposes Dangerous Conseque...

What happens when cloning technology collides with greed? Hybrid animals are spreading, native ecosystems are at risk, and the ethical stakes are higher than ever.

Hybrid Sheep Scandal Exposes Dangerous Conseque...

What happens when cloning technology collides with greed? Hybrid animals are spreading, native ecosystems are at risk, and the ethical stakes are higher than ever.

Climate Change Is Drowning the Home of Florida’s Endangered Key Deer

Climate Change Is Drowning the Home of Florida’...

Rising seas are swallowing their habitat, threatening their very existence. As saltwater creeps in and storms intensify, will these creatures find a way to survive—or will they disappear forever?

Climate Change Is Drowning the Home of Florida’...

Rising seas are swallowing their habitat, threatening their very existence. As saltwater creeps in and storms intensify, will these creatures find a way to survive—or will they disappear forever?

Animals Suffer in Overcrowded Pens In 'Britain's Worst Zoo'

Animals Suffer in Overcrowded Pens In 'Britain'...

Animals at South Lakes Safari Zoo are suffering in overcrowded enclosures, facing injuries, malnutrition, and neglect. Disturbing reports reveal appalling conditions, preventable deaths, and inadequate care. Compassion demands action—sign the...

Animals Suffer in Overcrowded Pens In 'Britain'...

Animals at South Lakes Safari Zoo are suffering in overcrowded enclosures, facing injuries, malnutrition, and neglect. Disturbing reports reveal appalling conditions, preventable deaths, and inadequate care. Compassion demands action—sign the...

Hurricanes Are Growing Deadlier as Climate Change Fuels Their Strength

Hurricanes Are Growing Deadlier as Climate Chan...

Our oceans are heating up, and the result is catastrophic. Hurricanes are becoming stronger, faster, and far deadlier than ever before. Communities are being battered by storms that didn’t even...

Hurricanes Are Growing Deadlier as Climate Chan...

Our oceans are heating up, and the result is catastrophic. Hurricanes are becoming stronger, faster, and far deadlier than ever before. Communities are being battered by storms that didn’t even...

The Environmental Catastrophe of Single-Use Vapes Grows Unchecked

The Environmental Catastrophe of Single-Use Vap...

Every second, 4.5 disposable vapes are tossed into landfills or waterways, leaking plastics, toxins, and precious metals into the environment.

The Environmental Catastrophe of Single-Use Vap...

Every second, 4.5 disposable vapes are tossed into landfills or waterways, leaking plastics, toxins, and precious metals into the environment.