It's like that 1965 movie Crack in the World, where drilling for geothermal energy causes all kinds of problems. There are such high hopes for real geothermal power; there is a lot of heat down there that can vaporize water and run turbines.

Indonesia may not be tapping into much of its superior

The heat in the upper six miles of the earth's crust contains 50,000 times as much energy as found in all the world's oil and gas reserves combined. Despite this abundance, only 10,700 megawatts of geothermal electricity

When huge volcanoes erupt, sending ash miles into the atmosphere and shutting down air travel for entire continents, the world can't help but take notice. Yet everyday, around the planet, smaller displays of geothermal force take place. Sometimes, it's f

When huge volcanoes erupt, sending ash miles into the atmosphere and shutting down air travel for entire continents, the world can't help but take notice.

Newcastle-Upon-Tyne has already been named Britain's greenest city. But that reputation looks set to be cemented as the city begins drilling for geothermal energy in the form of hot

Cities can be hot-spots of pollution, with thousands or millions of people, cars, pets, industries, and more contributing to global warming. But they can also be centers of innovation, as bright ideas, available funding, and

The Google-funded research shows that there's 3 million megawatts of geothermal power, across the entire US, waiting to be tapped via enhanced geothermal techniques.

A former Nazi bunker located in Hamburg, Germany is about to get a full-scale makeover. The building, which looks like a giant LEGO, will supply 3,000 homes with heating and 1,000 of those with electricity, cutting 6,600 tons of CO2 per year.

Demand for lithium is growing very rapidly thanks to portable electronics and electric vehicles. What if we could get a lot of lithium cheaply, without building new mines?

Energy policy and energy use are not forces of nature beyond our control. It's all about choices; different choices set us off on different paths, but don't prevent us from switching course.

With the abundant geothermal potential of the United States, what are the biggest barriers to tapping into that renewable energy source? Leslie Blodgett of Geothermal Energy Weekly answers.

A new type of geothermal heat pump system being tested in Philadelphia can tap into a city's sewage lines to capture heat.

A recently opened power plant in the Nevada desert uses two types of renewable energy.

Plus... Shell announces first carbon capture project in the Alberta Tar Sands; Arctic oil and natural gas's high cost to limit their global share.

Geothermal power has a promising future, but so far it has lagged behind most of its other renewable energy cousins, especially wind and solar.

This integrative technology keeps CO2 out of the atmosphere and makes geothermal energy widely available

Geothermal energy constantly gets overshadowed by other sources of clean energy, like wind and solar, because it's still more expensive. But with every passing year, it gets closer to its time in the spotlight.

Do you think we need to shift to solar, wind, and geothermal energy? Then show some love this week in order to help grow this important societal transition.

Is it a geothermal system or a ground source heat pump? Yes.

Compared to New Zealand, we all have work to do.

This new design might be the nail in the coffin of geothermal heat pump systems.

You are visiting a cottage, you have to bring something and you want it to be nice. What to do?

Can panda poo prevent cancer? We also have sad rhino news, fish lawnmowers, and more.

Another effect of weather weirding: Higher tea prices coming? Northeast India tea production expected to drop 60% in 2012 this year.

Chocolate, tea and more goodies partner with Fair Trade USA which expands farming programs and experiences record sales.

Turn trash into a school garden in Harlem by recycling drink bottles in Times Square today.

Post-war, Lyons Tea Shops could't redecorate, so they commissioned some great paintings instead.

Chamomile is one of the oldest and most popular medicinal herbs, but it has also become one of the best studied.

These pods of evil have taken over North America, bringing tons of waste with them.

Whether it's coffee or tea, Katherine and Margaret love their steaming mugs of deliciousness.

A mug of herbal tea a day may keep the doctor away!

Take an average cup of coffee or tea to a new tasty level with these quick, easy additions.

Time to move over, coffee. Tea is making a comeback for a number of very good reasons.

Not only is coffee leaf tea delicious and nutritious, but it also offers a more stable source of income for coffee growers in Latin America.

Although the health benefits of tea are roundly lauded, an Arkansas man recently found out that too much can be devastating.

What's it going to be? Check out this fun infographic to learn amusing and interesting facts about both popular beverages.

Adding tea and herbs to facial steam is becoming popular among those who champion natural and non-toxic skin care.

Craving the perfect cup of tea on a chilly morning? Here are some companies with ethical business practices worth supporting.

These popular hot beverages inhabit places of honor in our homes, apparently for very good reasons.

Still unknown: are the effects due to women drinking more tea than men?

No energy is required for this slower, cooler brewing method that results in perfect iced tea.

More than just a comfortable habit, science has shown that sipping tea throughout the day improves and prolongs creative performance.

Put kitchen scraps and spices to good use in these soothing, healing concoctions, perfect for a wintry day.

People are often surprised to learn that tea bags contain up to 25% plastic, which raises concerns about health and environmental implications. Good news is, there's a better way to make the perfect cuppa.

Promoting the gift economy and community resiliency, this man has been traveling the country for the last decade, offering free cups of tea out of his bus home.

Frank Lloyd Wright would probably have liked this little addition to his winter home.

When I asked whether vegans can eat carrots grown with manure, some commenters found the question despicable. But my intention was not to question anyone's commitment, nor to lessen the

When I asked how vegetarians can avoid animal-based fertilizers, I noted that some people suggested exploring biodynamics instead of organics. In fact, nothing

The map above is the first illustration of worldwide imbalances in the use of phosphorus, a key component of fertilizers and an essential plant nutrient. "Typically, people either worry