Years ago, we used to fight to keep out these corporate invaders. Now we fight to save them?

But some thoughts on why they should...

Businesses are saying no to shoppers who want to use their own cups and containers.

What should we make of President Obama's speech yesterday announcing his plan for addressing climate change? Here are four key moments worth remembering.

The New Yorker's Ryan Lizza spoke with Fresh Air's Dave Davies about the Keystone XL pipeline and how because of the government shutdown, now is a good time to take action on climate change.

The 6.3kW solar array might not produce enough energy to power the White House, but its symbolism is important.

Two are doing well, but the rest aren't doing nearly enough, according to Stand.earth.

His analysis is both informative and humorous – a perfect way to spur people to action.

We need a new approach to making and buying clothes because the current system is unsustainable.

Why can't we do this in North America?

Henning Larsen's design for Fælledby is "a model for sustainable living."

They will also likely offer a new definition of 'sustainable design'.

We really have to change the way we use our cities.

Harvesting a large crisp head of lettuce from the garden is a wonderful thing, but for faster yields and longer harvests, a cut and come again lettuce bed can put salad on your plate all season long.

Sales of bar soap had been sadly slipping, but now shoppers are wising up to its many benefits.

The United States lags behind more than 40 nations in banning or restricting chemicals for safety reasons.

Shark liver oil is a common moisturizing agent in many beauty products. Stay away!

Surely there's a way to ditch our wasteful, disposable habits.

These questionable additives are found in nearly half of all foods marketed to kids.

The products we use to enhance beauty have an ugly track record.

A new study has found the worms excrete plastic and its toxic additives with no residue in their bodies.

But this doesn't mean we should give up on fair trade certification.

Demand for plant-based protein is driving rapid growth, while crops like corn and soy stagnate.

Described as a "huge missing piece" in public education, new agriculture classes will teach kids how connected our lives are to the land.

The environment minister stated that post-Brexit trade deals will not allow chlorine-washed chicken or hormone-treated beef.

A recent surge of interest in local food networks is a boon to farmers, but shoppers need to maintain their support over the long term.

It will help you to spend time outdoors, supplement your food supply, and teach kids about the life cycle of plants.

William Nordhaus und Paul Romer

I finally stumbled upon wabi-sabi. But somehow I have always known it.

If a chemical does not bioaccumulate and is not so toxic, do we need to worry about it building up in the environment?

This nickel structure as strong as titanium but four to five times lighter could do double duty as a battery

Sustainability matters, but so does hypocrisy.

Oliver Wainright of the Guardian calls for a rethink of the way we put buildings together and take them apart.

Honeybees in France are producing unusual-colored honey. Their sweet tooth may be to blame.

I've eaten a lot of fabulous fair trade chocolate, and this is undoubtedly the yummiest I've ever had!

As you spoil mom on Mother's Day, amplify your appreciation by opting for Fairtrade products that will turn the day into something even more meaningful.

This version contains no added sugar or oil, and yet it tastes fantastic.

U.S. chocolate sales have been dropping and the industry is very worried. What's going on?

It's important, but higher isn't always better.

See this fascinating documentary about the dedicated man who created a forest the size of Central Park.

What could be lovelier than a butterfly; even when it is made out of a can of beer.

This year's specially designed and built pavilion looks like a colourful worm on the ground.

Bees, ivory poaching, and war are amongst the themes portrayed in this year's shortlist.

London's Design Biennale wants to show how to make the world a better place...

Solidia Technologies' chemistry could make concrete almost benign.

I know what I am shopping for this weekend: Fire extinguishers.

Vintage tractors have become one of the hottest items at farm auctions – it's a trend that should be spread far and wide.

Haven't we always said that learning how to cook is a useful life skill?

Colombia has declared a state of emergency following discovery of Panama disease Tropical Race 4.

In a documentary by Line Halvorsen, Schwermer invites everyone to join her cash-free lifestyle. What would happen if we all did that?