This waste-to-resource project not only produces a less smoky and long-burning fire, but could also help improve health and sanitation outcomes.

As if giraffes weren't exotic enough, this very rare mother and baby seem outright otherworldly in their absence of color and pattern.

It was shot from "sea to summit" in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, one of the most dynamic landscapes on Earth.

It's not quite as dramatic as it sounds. It's simply a good demonstration of the power of regenerative braking!

Decommissioned buses are getting a second useful life as mobile shelters for Honolulu's homeless.

This short film, while focused on the island of Kauai, highlights the challenges and crises we will all have to face on our island planet.

Simple, no frills cabin living at its best, right by the ocean.

As if to say 'sorry,' Kilauea softens its fury by tossing shimmery green olivine to the humble humans below.

Tons of jellyfish clog a water intake pipe at the Oskarshamn power plant in Sweden, forcing operators to shut down the reactor.

We still need a ton more renewable energy in order to combat climate change, but the good news is that renewable energy is picking up the pace.

The number of wolves alone around Chernobyl is more than 7 times greater than can be found in other nature reserves.

Eben Weiss, the Bike Snob, is an unexpected source for this proposal to save the environment.

Researchers found that listening to the song was as good as midazolam in relieving anxiety before regional anaesthesia.

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Over the course of three months, previously clean mussels picked up a slew of contaminants from the waters of Puget Sound.

Scientists argue over whether some animals have the brains for suffering.

The debate over the true ecological sustainability of biofuels, the effects on global food prices, and their oft-heard claims of carbon-neutrality has been played out on TreeHugger in great detail. Adding a new

George Monbiot told us that flying is dying; London artist Richard DeDomenici tells us that a return transatlantic flight is equivalent in CO2 and pollution output to driving a car 30 miles a day for a year. So the artist/humorist has

No they don't. Whether or not you buy into this study, the fact remains that cars are cars are cars.

George Monbiot on how electric vehicles are not the answer.

It would be hard to find a cooler looking vacation home than one of these cabins...

Fortunately, that's not the only change in their building regulations.

Even with falling subsidies, solar still makes sense.

Instead of an exciting adventure, we got a road not taken.

He says it is all part of the grand plan and we shouldn't worry.

The material could also one day charge our devices.

The material can also heal itself to keep medical devices running indefinitely.

The modular robot could swim through bodies of water to detect and find the source of pollutants.

From tracking and data to emergency walkie-talkie capabilities and where to find gas, these apps can help weather the storm.

The new study shows that drones can handle longer aid delivery trips than previously thought.

The technology could lead to cheaper hydrogen cars in the future.

Grow some of your own greens, veggies, and herbs indoors with one of these automated hydroponic growing systems.

Capt. Neill's Seafood Inc. said its blue crab meat was American-grown, but it was imported from South America and Asia.

A new report describes the 10 species most at risk from policies proposed by the current administration.

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It wasn't too long ago that biofuels were basking in the glow of nearly everyone's approval - a quick fix for reducing CO2 emissions from transport. The EU aims to fill 10% of its transport needs with biofuels by 2020. But biofuel's easy ride may be

Leaving Boras takes us past a

Cruise ships and Disney's 'Frozen' have led to crowds of unprecedented size, about which Norwegians are not entirely happy.

Another instance of creative adaptive reuse, where a decommissioned Sea King is transformed into a deluxe mini-hotel.

This is something North American governments should copy.

With its embrace of wild swimming, foraging, and stargazing, this cultural trend is spot-on for the modern world.

This family lives, works and travels in this modern tiny house, now located on a remote Scottish island.

On some days, wind generated as much as 234% of demand.

This versatile small dwelling can be customized as a mobile office, guesthouse or "living wagon."

This solar + battery + LED light combo aims to be the future of portable light & power.

At less than $50, this little dual USB port solar device is an affordable option for a clean, efficient portable charging solution.