Researchers take a closer look at America's charitable giving and find some surprising results.

Farmers are producing less cocoa than the world demands. That doesn’t mean we’re running out of chocolate.

Most wildlife adds value to nature, but it's often hard for humans to quantify. Thanks to eco-tourism, though, some species are becoming undeniable gold mines.

They might just kill a few sites that you know and love.

New designs like the Eargo and new rules from the government may change everything.

Lessons in business and management from the Medicis.

Want to be financially independent and retire early? Try this extreme saving plan called the FIRE movement.

We keep voting for people who promise to make things like they were, forgetting that things could be awful.

L.A. Times says the head of the House Energy and Commerce Committee was once a moderate, but he was able to gain this powerful seat by embracing Tea Party princ

Midwest EPA office to host forum discussing environmental justice and children's health issues.

The General Motors Lansing Delta Township Assembly Plant receives recognition for energy efficiency measures.

President Obama thanked the staff of the Environmental Protection Agency during a Tuesday afternoon speech.

America's landmark water law will be 40 years old this fall. But amid old legal doubts and new environmental dangers, it may be facing a midlife crisis.

Not that you need a reminder, but the high season of heat cranking and thermostat tweaking is upon us. Energy Star shares a few basics on how to reduce home hea

New EPA report finds lower incidence of toxin exposures but greater rates of childhood diseases affecting today's children.

The slate of spending cuts could wreak havoc on everything from USDA meat inspections and FDA drug reviews to EPA research and national park staffing.

The longtime environmental cop is known for being tough, pragmatic and likable.

Lisa Jackson will serve as the computing giant's VP for environmental initiatives.

Apex Logistics employees converted a storage space into every college man's dream hangout, complete with pinups and gym equipment.

Another tragedy highlights the need to protect these precious insects.

Clean water means a better environment, but it also means better beer. Breweries are joining with the NRDC to defend the Clean Water Act.

Should we be worried, or is it OK to keep drinking (for now)?

Water is humanity's most valuable resource. Want to green your usage? These ideas cost next to nothing and can each save 1,000 gallons a year.

Tailgating season is winding down, but football is still in the air. Can you make a stadium outing less of a green disaster? Try these tips and find out.

Nobody likes bathroom clean-up, especially with harsh chemical products. Here are some cheap and natural cleaning alternatives.

Looking to make this holiday really special — without breaking the bank? Consider homemade gifts. Here are 10 ways to put a special glow into Christmas.

Buying for back to school can add up, so check out these tips to make getting your kids back to class a leaner and greener experience.

Colony collapse disorder is claiming many of North America and Europe's bees. But there are simple things you can do to help keep them buzzing.

Concern about the safety of many wall coverings has led to a revival in milk-based paints.

Imagine a smartphone for the visually impaired that has the tools most sighted smartphone users have come to take for granted

Sucheta Rawal's Go Eat Give brings people from around the world together through food and community service.

Kids in England have been raising money to fund solar for schools in Africa, but now they are bringing it closer to home too.

Cousteau announced a partnership with AdvisorShares Investments to leverage the might of Wall Street to finance solutions of global problems.

Entrepreneur Jonas Falk, 28, has grown a $20 million company, Organic Life, by serving great-tasting organic food at schools.

How do they do it? Through lots of glass jars, obliterating clutter, and recycling only as a last resort. Bea Johnson shares her top 10 tips.

Wanted: Test scores from 1 million people as web-based research project aims to learn more about the region of DNA that determines how the brain works.

Viral videos and social media have catapulted the once-rejected Orabrush into a mainstream product — first for people and now for pets.

Engineering students tackle two problems with one clever project — how to transport water and purify it at the same time.

It takes more than just dedication and intelligence to be a pillar of the community.

It's worth keeping tabs on some of the world's most eccentric billionaires, especially if it was their wacky ideas that made them so rich to begin with.

Grad student Christopher Johnson hopes to save lives with a little help from some microscopic partners.

A California couple helps veterans with PTSD and rescued wolves and wolfdogs forge lasting bonds that change lives.

From explaining the mysteries of nature to proving the power of daydreams, Albert Einstein gave the world a lot to be grateful for.

Nothing says "I'm single and ready to mingle" like a dose of salty digestive fluid. For sea lampreys, anyway.

The botanical monster-makers behind a new Kickstarter campaign aim to erect a towering hell-beast made from North America's most notorious invasive plant.

The world's oceans are hurting, and we're the only ones who can do anything about it — so read up.

Invasive "crazy ants" have been displacing fire ants, and a curious defensive strategy may be behind the crazy ants' bold takeover.

No more escargot? An invasive worm known to have an insatiable appetite for snails is invading Europe.

The bat-killing fungal infection known as white-nose syndrome has been found in two new U.S. states.

New research could stop the spread of citrus greening, a disease that is killing Florida's oranges.