Good news from Gabon: Conservation efforts in Batéké Plateau National Park are rewarded with a sighting of an animal thought to have disappeared from the region.

Turn your anger into action by supporting lion-loving charities that are doing great things for big cats.

A new study aims to settle the debate about how and when this invasive species was introduced to the island country.

These feline species are on the verge of disappearing forever.

Full of vibrant colors, patterns and eclectic decor, this tiny house is not as minimalist as its exterior might suggest.

This tasteful van home features a comfortable interior, and includes a removable bed to allow for transporting larger cargo.

This small apartment's 'library wall' functions as a way to keep the bed out of view, while also storing books and things.

In an homage to influential images of Earth taken from outer space, this art installation takes it up a notch by livestreaming views of Earth in real-time, prompting us to contemplate the bigger picture.

This small, efficient renovation of a former maid's room in Paris hides a stealthy little table.

In a nod to Buckminster Fuller's design philosophy of "maximum gain with minimal input," the wooden supports for this lightweight canopy are recycled from a village renovation project.

An old, cramped apartment in Tasmania is updated with skylights, plenty of clever space-saving concepts, and a touch of hidden glamor.

Bright pops of yellow, orange and neutral wood cabinetry warm up this small apartment renovation in Moscow.

These remarkably realistic forms are produced using densely rolled strips of old newsprint.

Situated in a nature reserve along the Dutch coast, this unique structure not only serves as an observation post, it also provides extra bird habitats.

This couple applied precious life lessons -- learned from years of bicycle touring -- into designing their modern tiny house on foundations.

The future will look nothing like the past when it comes to energy. Chances are, our utilities will look pretty different too.

In an effort to improve kids' opinions about Brussels sprouts, a team of engineers and scientists decided to give them a cooler edge by making them power up the lights on a Christmas tree.

May technological wonders help our children look forward to a bright season as well

A new process for seeing how electricity flows at the surface of electrodes will give a boost to efforts to improve rechargeable batteries

Fiercely opposed to big government, and a huge advocate for distributed clean energy, Roscoe Bartlett now practices what he preaches.

Whether for exercise, electricity, or simply out of curiousity, the bicycle powered charging stations in Amsterdam airport appear popular

New technologies can be a powerful tool in the fight against climate change. But they can also be a distraction.

With coal use in China dropping, and clean tech becoming competitive, it's time for all of us to ramp up our efforts.

A handfull of states have been carrying the torch for rooftop solar.

The only people who benefit from the hydrogen economy are the oil and petrochemical companies that make the stuff.

The technology could help keep buildings cooler in the warmer months.

A study looks at the life cycle impact of the different types of sustainable roofs and finds a clear winner for colder regions.

The Earthship movement is more than just a bunch of dirty hippies living in a Mad Max-esque compound in the high desert of the American Southwest, as this short film illustrates.

On the market for $416K, this beautifully restored historic cottage comes complete with a roof traditionally crafted of local seaweed.

The Federal Government no longer wants these obsolete lighthouses in the Florida Keys – so they're giving them away.

There's much more to public libraries than book stacks; they're a treasure trove of resources.

Designer Salva Nadal learned how to turn canes into blinds from his uncle and is now designing a collection of products to save this Spanish craftsmanship from dying out. The results are beautiful eco-friendly lamps and a table for now.

Give virgin paper and plastic bows the heave-ho-ho-ho with these chic and earth-friendly alternatives -- several costing nothing at all!

It might be pretty, but it's just another toxic microplastic.

The Brooklyn based artist participated in a local show covering a concrete playground in a mixture of knitted yarn and Brazilian ribbons.

The project is one of the winners of a Performance Architecture contest to celebrate Guimarães as European Capital of Culture.

In a decade-long case by a group of plaintiffs, a court sentenced a farmer and an aviator to prison for spraying agrochemicals, linking them to environmental pollution and health hazards. Only they can skip doing any time.

The largest city in America, home to the worst traffic jam in history and the highest number of helicopters in the world, is trying to start a bike revolution in elementary schools.

Aren't the enjoyment and pleasure some sustainable choices provide much more compelling selling points than their intangible environmental benefits?

In an attempt to re-think the original function of the folding screen, Argentine designer Leonardo Fortunato created the Diecut Screen multi-purpose piece.

The campaign will promote locally-based alternatives to the global consumer culture, hoping to turn the stories into tools for action in other cities.

Nobody likes being beaten about the head with the eco-stick. As many of us have experienced, railing against friends and family about the state of the planet rarely produces favourable results, or in fact any result at all. That's why TreeHugger is a

I wish there was a Nudge in every city. It's a whole new way of shopping, or actually, it's not just about shopping, but rather about living, and style. Nudge is the new eco lifestyle experience, which consists of a shop, a

Different themes seemed to be embedded in the Valencia Design Week. After spotting 6 great wooden flat-pack designs, I also found these little

Finally, the inside of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona is done. The church, set out to build 125 years ago and expected to be finished in 2026, attracts millions of visitors every year. This is no surprise due to the

It is the perfect local renewable material, and a great insulator too.

Keep your cards, your cash, and your iPhone safe with these durable, water resistant accessories made from a renewable and sustainable material.

Stylish and innovative lighting is everywhere at the Design Festival this year.

It's not a competition but... here are some of the loveliest things at the London Design Festival

If you'd like to get the junk out of your back pocket or purse, consider downsizing into a wallet such as this one, which holds just the essentials.