It seems that the only people who benefit from this rule change are the members of the American Chemistry Council who make BPA.

Researchers have found that lignin, a compound found in wood, could replace BPA in plastics.

What's in that "polymer lining" in every can? A gender-bending hormone that may be really bad for you.

Scientists have found that the chemicals used to replace BPA over the past 20 years have the same damaging effects.

There is no place for you in a healthy, circular economy, and this is nothing to celebrate

The Aral Sea, Central Asia's most (in)famous body of water, has become a global symbol of environmental mismanagement. But at least one government in the region doesn't seem to have

Locals in one region of the Australian Outback have been terrorized of late by a roaming band of feral camels. Drought conditions and a recent heat wave are being blamed for driving some 6,000 camels into residential areas near

Australia has a feral camel problem. The Australian Feral Camel Management Project estimates that 1 million of rogue dromedaries roam outback Australia, annually causing over $14 million AUD worth of damage to infrastructure and

A drive-in movie theater in the wilderness and an urban rooftop are just a few of the innovative spots from which stylish trailer hotels are popping up.

Imagine millions of these slithering out from the mud? The eggs of this alien desert crustacean remain dormant for years, waiting for a bout of rain to hatch.

Check out these photos of a surprise 10-mile lake that popped up in Death Valley, California.

Our photo of the day shows how to make an awkward bill look like a thing of grace.

Discovered in a cave, the surprising find reveals a fast and giant bird that weighed almost as much as a polar bear.

Some birds are charming, others majestic or graceful; the subject for our daily photo has it all.

Although the term “Passive House” might seem to refer to single family homes, these concepts can be applied to all kinds of buildings.

A new collaborative space dedicated to sustainable fashion design is now open for production.

Featuring eye-catching geometries, local and non-toxic materials, these unique furniture pieces meld a medley of traditional weaving and woodworking techniques.

Tomorrow's home urban farm may not need soil, just an Urban Farm Pod that doubles as an extra living space (emphasis on the "living").

Turkish cities have been the stage for culture clashes in recent years, as residents of rural areas moved to urban areas in large numbers, bringing what many urbanites see as

How a floating pool could help filter this city's contaminated waters so residents can once again enjoy them.

Using mouth-blown glass and energy-efficient LEDs, this stunning chandelier looks like a creature from the ocean's depths.

A Czech church was 3-D mapped and made into a one of a kind musical instrument, controlled by visitors' laser pointers.

Embedded in a hillside, this eccentric dwelling uses a series of functional ramps that connect all the spaces together.

Inspired by arthropods, this minimalist all-wood home features a spacious-feeling interior and energy-efficient, passive heating and cooling strategies.

The inside of this updated caravan is surprisingly chic and comfortable.

Fed up with the disposable culture we all live in, two women from Portland, Oregon, founded a low-waste company to help the entire city cut back on plastic.

Mongstad industrial area at night. Photo Tøssekaien via flickr. The Norwegians have been big supporters of carbon capture and storage, and the government helped get the public to go along with building of a gas-fired plant near an existing oil refinery

While no longer breaking news, the endeavours of students and staff at two different Australian schools still merits attention. One school went bottled water free, whilst

French scientist has invented a light powered by algae that absorbs CO2 from the air--1 ton per year! The microalgae streetlamp has the potential to provide significantly cleaner air in urban areas and revolutionize the cityscape.

Designed to capture and maximize the flows of sunlight, water and air, this prefabricated home feels modern, light and spacious.

It could of been a great prototype for affordable efficient housing across Britain.

By setting both a date and an ambitious target, Sweden is sending a signal that should reverberate well beyond its borders.

The CO2 emissions from making stuff like concrete, plastic, aluminum and steel matter right now.

Facial recognition technology may delight parents wanting constant updates, but it's an invasion of children's privacy.

A new study says students in high-achieving schools are an 'at-risk' group.

Excessive screen time is known to be harmful, and tough times don't justify letting those concerns slip.

The film director believes that ocean exploration could help us to prepare better for climate catastrophes.

This intriguing film asks a question we should all be asking ourselves: "How might your life be better with less?"

Personal finance writer Michelle McGagh weighs in on how to save money effectively.

Remember pallets? Remember infographics? We have both in one post!

Designed with the ultra-minimalist office in mind, this all-wood desk has a lot of concealed places to stash your clutter.

The static, traditional lecture classroom is slowly on its way out. Here's how the flexible classroom of the future might be furnished.

Do we really want our furniture to be inspired by burgers and hot dogs? We prefer Slow Food.

A new entry to the eco-friendly furnishings market offers a collection of furniture and home accessories that comes with a bold set of standards.

This sturdy bed helps to declutter small spaces by combining sleeping and storage.

If the goal is to reduce meat consumption, then why not make it more expensive?

A writer argues that glitzy new plant-based technology distracts from the bigger issue of animal welfare.

Yum...there's nothing like homemade applesauce. It always tastes better when you've made it yourself. Our question is: How many food miles will this DIY job add?

You may have heard that the iPhone 3G went on sale this morning. I saw a line outside of the AT&T; stores here in Manhattan, and I heard there was a line around the block this morning at the Union Street Apple store in San

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