Plastic can be super-useful in specific scenarios, but often it's just wasteful. Here's when you don't need it.

Many countries, states and municipalities are getting serious about reducing the use of plastic bags, utensils and containers.

A community rallied to find a coyote trapped in plastic in the middle of a snowstorm.

Senate Subcommittee on Superfund, Toxics and Environmental Health will convene today to hear about the effects of everyday chemicals on the health of children.

White House Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Austan Goolsbee is seeking feedback from small business owners and entrepreneurs.

In the wake of the worst nuclear disaster in a generation, Germany doubled down on a decade of success, pledging to eliminate nukes by 2022 and switch almost ex

Site for wind farms is not exactly the type of field you picture a retired NFL linebacker scouting. But Sean Tufts is not your typical retired player. Nor is he

The Southern Hemisphere will experience more devastating wind and waves as the world warms, according to new research.

Your heart may break as you watch anthropomorphic cooling towers and smokestacks tumble to the ground.

If solar panels are out of your realm of possibility, you still have alternatives to coal and other fossil fuels.

These high-tech devices work in decidedly unexpected ways, often converting human energy into electricity.

The heat from the sun heats up metal oxides that in turn release oxygen atoms that mingle with steam. Hydrogen molecules can then be captured and stored.

Homeowners with top-notch credit in California, Arizona, New Jersey and 5 other states will be eligible for direct loans from the PV-installing behemoth.

A new world record is making the future of solar energy look pretty bright.

Radiators, radiant floors or hot air? It’s complicated.

Here are the films to catch at the country's largest environmental film fest — including one about making saké and the tragic industry of trophy hunting.

After two years of fighting for permission to build along the city's waterfront, Lucas says he's pivoting back to California.

Laamu Atoll in the Maldives has a surprising starring role in the events of 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.'

John Williams even comes out to greet the two teenagers after their finish their recital.

In the documentary "One Big Home," carpenter Thomas Bena goes behind the scenes to explores the trophy homes and "starter castles" of Martha's Vineyard.

From musicals to thrillers, there's more than a few flicks out there where the solar eclipse has a starring role.

From adorable porgs to crystalline foxes, the otherworld species of 'The Last Jedi' have roots here on Earth.

The reason red meat is linked to higher cancer risk is that it contains a sugar molecule called Neu5Gc that isn't naturally found in the human body.

New study says it's not about the best light, but where solar and wind can do the most good.

This isn't your father's turbine. It can create more electricity at lower wind speeds and does a better job of predicting the supply of wind energy.

Offshore wind has great potential, but the marine environment presents challenges. A new kind of turbine aims to overcome those obstacles.

The style-conscious soap wizards at Method unveil plans for a wind and solar-powered manufacturing facility that will also include rooftop food production.

What better place for the Swedish furniture emporium to acquire its biggest global clean energy investment than the Lone Star State?

A Pink Floyd soundtrack is not included with Studio Roosegaarde's newest environmental-themed light installation.

Add this kitchen mainstay to your arsenal of natural cleaners.

Furnishings that pull double or triple duty really earn their keep.

After using the bathroom, 95 percent of people fail to wash their hands long enough to kill harmful bacteria.

Out with the old and in with the new — as in a new, healthier perspective on your life and all your stuff.

From gift boxes to fun furniture, there are all sorts of inventive ways you can use handy chalkboard paint.

Part of living with pets is dealing with the smells they emit. Here's how to do it.

Using a kitchen towel for many uses can spread E. coli and get your family sick.

Researchers found that rooms exposed to sunlight kept the germ population in check better than rooms that received no sunlight at all.

These tips should help you get pet hair off your dog, cat, house and clothes.

Researchers make headway in fight against devastating disorder by breeding bees with the ability to seek out and remove varroa mites.

Radiation from cell phones might be contributing to the decline in the bee population.

Researchers hope to create a sperm bank to breed hardier bees and preserve threatened subspecies.

New research conducted in the UK reveals that diseases common in "managed" bees are now reaching wild populations.

The Oregon city suspended the use of any insecticide containing neonicotinoids, but not everyone is happy.

These epidemics have hit full force, with scientists scrambling to unravel the causes and, more importantly, the solutions.

Ortho's decision to nix neonicotinoids is an important one.

Two college sophomores designed the gloves to make communication easier for the deaf community.

Robert Byrd's death will create a void that may directly affect environmental policy.

The ENOUGH project points out at least one commonality between Mac and PC -- they both use conflict minerals.

Check out this wonderfully strange music about the Bagger 288, one of the largest mining excavators in the world.

A scathing report on the April 2010 mine disaster that killed 29 miners at the Upper Big Branch mine in West Virginia is set to be released.