At TreeHugger, we like to keep things realistic, raise a skeptical eyebrow to potential vaporware, and to keep in check our giddy inner children that get sweaty palms when we see something like the VentureOne. After all, a bright idea, some capital, and

No "do the bright thing" for cars; instead, the BMW X6 designed to "look particularly menacing."

CFL bulbs, or compact fluorescent light bulbs: energy savings Commonly referred to as CFLs, compact fluorescent lamps or compact fluorescent light bulbs, the energy-saving bulbs have escaped the stereotype of buzzing, flickery, washed-out lights to

In addition to metrics like ecological footprint, each of us (and each of the products and services we use and consume every day) has a carbon footprint; it's a way to measure the relative impact of our actions -- as individuals, as businesses,

Love to accessorize, but want to stay green? Here are some ways you can do both.

Reducing your carbon footprint and building community go hand-in-hand toward creating a better planet.

Researchers were shocked to discover what part of the bread-making process generates most emissions.

President Trump will unleash America's "vast energy wealth." Just watch.

Run on waste heat, this commercial facility is the first of its kind in the world, extracting CO2 from the air and piping it to a greenhouse farm to grow veggies.

The goal could be reached even earlier, if Scots changed what they eat.

Everyone is worried about population growth, but in fact it may well be going the other way.

Satisfying the world’s unmet need for contraception would dramatically reduce population growth, easing pressure on natural resources.

Agriculture has become the single largest driver of climate change. It's time to start farming for the whole planet.

This large format photo book features hundreds of stunning images highlighting the effects that our global population of 7 billion (and growing) has on the Earth.

Concerned about the overpopulation of our planet and the effect it has on wildlife? Perhaps it's time to talk about the most effective form of male contraception.

The number is probably far higher than you think.

Move over, regular solar panels.

For those who say it's too difficult...

There's symbolism here. Let's hope there's substance too.

The country's onward march of low carbon energy shows no signs of stopping.

Home owners are going solar, without having to put anything on their roof.

Buckminster Fuller 's 1933 Dymaxion car was a marvel. Architect Norman Foster tells Jonathan Glancey of the Guardian: "The Dymaxion had the same engine and transmission as the Ford Sedan of the time," says Foster, who worked

Combining computer-aided parametric design and the design principles of tensegrity (tensional integrity), this experimental pavilion tests the boundaries of building a stronger structure with less material.

Apparently people are eating less of it.

Wannabe vegetarians can fulfill their cravings using scent, rather than the real thing.

A taste-test between the two kinds of fat had a surprising outcome.

The last of these dog-like animals, also known as Tasmanian tigers, was thought to have died in 1936. But might they still be lurking elusively in the wild?

Authors of a new study say dogs may help develop over-the-counter tests capable of life-saving early detection.

The mapping technology will eventually be used to get precise solar power potential information for any location around the world.

This new map uses satellite technology to display the world's vegetation, and can be used for everything from weather predictions to deciding best land use practices.

A recent report by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency concluded that 55 percent of U.S. rivers and streams are in poor condition. When we see a number like that we might not realize how many rivers there are in the US...

The overhaul now includes the Voyager feature for deep exploration, not just satellite views.

In some areas of the world, transporting water to where it is needed is a major burden, in terms of both time and health, but a new solution may help to ease that process.

Last night, on her show, Rachel Maddow showed some incredible photos of an explosive accident at a Texas fracking site. After seeing the photos, you'll be surprised to learn that thankfully no one was killed.

A new cheap, lightweight sponge-like gel can quickly and efficiently disinfect drinking water for disaster victims.

The ÖKO Odyssey water bottle actually has six functions!

It's time we made water bottles part of our every day carry (EDC) kit. This handy little bottle squishes down small enough to go everywhere you do.

The bigger question: why is the industry playing into the hands of the anti-fracking activists?

It seems that the biggest Saudi field is losing its punch.

Why are we wasting such a valuable resource? Where will it come from if we don't drill for natural gas?

With a warming climate, the remains of unlucky mountaineers are beginning to rise from the ice.

How can we be moving away from fossil fuels and spending billions on building pipes for them at the same time?

It's time for some fareness.

A lesson in what happens when the humans disappear.

Carbon dioxide continues as the main concern, but we ignore methane at our own risk

This is beyond climate denial, it's science denial

Explaining climate science to kids is challenging, which is why clever animated videos can help.

A comprehensive look at why it is a problem, and who is fighting change.

A study from Stanford University reveals the interconnectedness of politics and the environment.

If you can't beat 'em, ship 'em. The state of Illinois is spending $2 million to ship invasive Asian carp back to China, where they're considered a delicacy. In Illinois, and the Great Lakes region, they're