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Solar Panels, Reforestation Project in Works for Armenia's First Green Pilgrimage Site

The Echmiadzin Cathedral complex in Armenia is one of 12 spiritual destinations that are becoming more sustainable.




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6,000 mosques to go solar in Jordan

With high energy prices and a whole lot of mosques, Jordan has every incentive to support solar-powered worship.




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North Carolina mosque aiming to be among first in country to go solar

The Muslim American Society of Charlotte isn't just putting solar on its mosque. 40 of its congregants are going solar too.




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Occasional fasting may be a fast fix for our health

Many people swear by the value of periodically fasting for a day or a couple days at a time. Science backs them up




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Why I hate the word 'humanism'

My problem with the word "humane" and the humanism movement




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Ship noise makes it harder for crabs to eat, easier for them to be eaten

Researchers have discovered that the problem of ocean noise pollution extends all the way up to the shoreline. And shore crabs face a double-edged sword from too much noise from ships.




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Sea otters may help combat harmful agricultural run-off in California

As a keystone species, the importance of the sea otter on the health of coastal ecosystems can't be understated. A new study shows that they may even play a key role in helping coastlines cope with agricultural run-off.




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Could climate change be any worse? Yes. BEARS!

Just when you think climate change couldn't get any worse... BEARS!




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For $19 you can kill a wolf in Montana

After nearly being hunted to extinction, wolf populations in the United States have recovered enough that hunting wolves is allowed to control their numbers. But are we moving too fast?




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Efforts underway in one of most extensive US river restorations ever

The world's largest dam removal project is nearing completion on Elwha River on Washington state’s Olympic Peninsula. Now it's time to enter the next phase of work on one of the greatest salmon rivers in the nation: the restoration of an entire watershed.




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Coastal wetlands could protect New York City from storms - and the Nature Conservancy is spreading the word

The Nature Conservancy is teaching New Yorkers about the protective natural ecosystems in the city




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Interactive online sound library lets you explore The Great Animal Orchestra

Nature's acoustic environments are wild, haunting and beautiful. As this online educational project shows, these wild soundscapes are in danger of disappearing too.




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Paleontologists discover lost ecosystem off the coast of southern California

The ecosystem had thrived for thousands of years but collapsed less than two centuries ago.




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Scientists just discovered billions of organisms underneath the land and sea

Not in the ocean. Below it.




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Why you shouldn't buy ladybugs for natural pest control in your garden

Got ladybugs? Encourage native ladybugs in your garden instead of buying wild-harvested ladybugs to manage pests.




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Inferno: 10-minute video from a lucky survivor of Lac Megantic's catastrophe

This 10-minute video was shot by a man who was supposed to be at the MusiCafé bar that was engulfed by flames on july 6.




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13 story timber tower to be built in Quebec City, will be tallest in North America

The plyscraper era has begun as Cross Laminated Timber towers start popping up everywhere.




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Province of Québec approves massive wood construction up to twelve storeys

It's a big step forward for the high-tech timber industry.




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Perhaps those Falcon Wing doors on the Tesla Model X are not so terrible after all

I predicted trouble in winter, but they appear to still open even when buried in snow.




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Forest cabin enlarged into small birdhouse-like wilderness retreat

An existing storage shed in the forest is transformed into a small modern home with a striking form.




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Sakura is a luxurious modern tiny house for cold climates (Video)

Built on a gooseneck trailer, this big tiny home features a lot of clever small-space design ideas.




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Cold-climate tiny house built for mother and daughter (Video)

This micro-home is a customized, winter-proofed dwelling for two.




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Adventurous couple's van conversion packs in a lot of outdoor gear (Video)

This winter-proofed van is now home to two engineers who love the outdoors.




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Canadian grocer to allow reusable containers for meat, seafood, deli

Starting next week, shoppers at Metro stores in Quebec can go zero waste more easily than ever.




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Do You Carry Black or White Pebbles In Your Organic Pockets?

Based on the belief that we carry black or white pebbles with us, depending on the choices we make in our lives (black pebbles represent self-focused, irresponsible decisions; white pebbles represent a life of sound,




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San Francisco Solar Map Lets You Spy on Your Neighbor

This cool, interactive solar map put out by the San Francisco Department of the Environment lets you identify exactly where and how many solar panels are on houses in San Fran. Even better than that, the site has a search




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PETA to Buy Sea World

No we're not kidding. The San Diego Union Tribune reported this morning that as Anheuser-Busch, owner of SeaWorld, is about to be gobbled up by Belgian brewer InBev, they are looking to rid themselves of their theme parks and




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Green Power Sports Tour 2008

One man. One veggie-oil powered car. Four months. 20,000 miles. Today Joe Connor, freelance sports-writer, leaves San Diego for his 3rd Annual Green Power Sports Tour, kicking off at a pre-season Raiders game in Bakersfield. Loaded




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San Diego Fun Runs Support Solar Projects in Africa

Image source: Sun Strides Sun Strides is merging two things that southern Californian's love - the sun and athletic activities - to raise funds for solar projects in Africa. 5, 10, 15K, whatever your passion or punishment, there is a spot for you at the




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Surf eCo School Saves Rainforest

Torrey Trust, owner of Surf eCo, wanted to do more to protect the oceans and the environment so she opened up her own surf school that teaches kids young and old about the environment while helping them catch a few waves. Located in Encinitas, CA,




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San Diego Homeowners, Unite for Cheaper Solar Power: One Block Off the Grid Expands Program

If you live in San Diego and find the prospect of banding together with your neighbors to get better rates on installing your own solar panels interesting, then this one is for you: 1BOG (that's One Block Off the Grid ...) has announced that they will




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Los Vecinos: First Platinum LEED-Certified, 100% Solar Powered, Affordable Housing in San Diego

Image via: Wakeland Housing & Development Corporation Los Vecinos, the first LEED-Certified Platinum, 100% solar-powered affordable housing in San Diego, offer 42-units of state of the art in green housing. The $17.6 million USD project opened its doors




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Four Boutique City Hotels That Let You Use the Bikes for Free

More and more, urban biking has become one of the best ways to see a lot of a city in a short span of time, so it's a no-brainer that more hotels are offering free bikes along with the price of the room. In




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UC San Diego and CleanTECH to Create Smart Grid for Region

In partnership with CleanTECH San Diego, the University of California, San Diego plans to develop and construct a smart grid system for the San Diego region. In total, over 25 local national and global organizations will




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The Week in Animal News: Long Lost Cat Comes Home, Animals Bathing, and More (Slideshow)

A Colorado family that had long ago given up on finding their cat got some incredible news this week, when Willow was found in New York City -- five years later and 1,800 miles from home.




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Genetic mutation gives this "tetrachromat" artist superhuman color vision (video)

Ordinary humans can see about 1 million colors, but thanks to a genetic mutation, this artist can see an estimated 100 million colors.




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Mobile coworking bus lets professionals work, hike, bike & surf (Video)

This renovated bus is a mobile coworking space that brings location-independent professionals out into the great outdoors, combining work with a hike, a bike trip or a surf ride on the waves.




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Coburn Vows to Block Senate Resolution Honoring Rachel Carson

This coming Sunday would've been Silent Spring author and environmental hero Rachel Carson's 100th birthday. In recognition of Carson's contributions to the creation of the modern environmental movement, Sen. Benjanmin L. Cardin (D-MD) has announced his




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Cough syrup doesn’t work; these remedies do

We spend billions of dollars on over-the-counter cough medicine, but numerous studies find it’s not effective. Try these tips instead.




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No more dental fillings? Drug found to stimulate tooth regrowth

Researchers have found that an Alzheimer's drug triggers dentine regrowth, eliminating need for fillings.




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Toronto nurse turns medical waste into a stunning mural

After 28 years of collecting lids, tabs, and connectors, Tilda Shalof was ready to turn them into a work of art.




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Pilates, not pills: Doctors are writing exercise prescriptions

Family doctors are acknowledging that there's only so much medicine can do, and sometimes a walk in the park is just what a person needs.




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Why are young women having more heart attacks?

In a disturbing new trend, researchers find that heart attacks are on the rise for young women.




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Another study shows that supplements don’t work, may cause harm

Getting enough nutrients from food reduces risk of death, not the same could be said for nutrients in pill form. And in fact, some supplements were linked to increased risk of death.




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A brief history of the items in your spice drawer

A visit to a Sri Lankan herb and spice garden reveals a rich history of trade and alternative medicine.




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The 10 worst states for the flu

Here's where influenza hits especially hard, and what you can do to help protect yourself from it.




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Black tea smoothies for a hot summer morning

If you can’t decide between a fruit smoothie or an iced tea, this is the drink for you.




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It's August, time for the best tomato pasta ever

If you follow the seasons with your diet you will love this.




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How to pack the best food for travel

Whether you're in a plane, train, or car, it's important always to have good snacks.




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Laos Moves Forward With Massive Mekong River Dam

Modifications to the $3.5bn project have been made to address environmental concerns, but it may not deflect criticism.