A couple of years ago, I made the New Year's resolution that my new clothing purchases would be limited to green garments. With the quality and selection of ">green fashion that's become available recently, it's been a promise

Great news for TreeHuggers in South America: Uruguay could become the first country in the region to authorize the cultivation of industrial hemp, according to El Pais newspaper. The national Ministry of Cattle,

Not to overly play into the stereotype of the TreeHugger moniker, but today is 4/20 so a quick review of all the great uses for industrial hemp--you

You can't put a price on all mom has done for you -- but you can try to show your gratitude with one of these eco-friendly gifts. All are as good to Mother Earth as they will be to your own momma. From classic -- like

When I caught up with Summer Rayne Oakes at a Fashion Delivers event in June, she only briefly mentioned her forthcoming project: Source 4 Style, an online marketing

From chia to hemp, seeds were a prominent force among the 500-plus new products at the annual tradeshow in Los Angeles.

Snoop Dogg publishes eco-friendly, promotional book of lyrics to his chart-topping hits that you can smoke.

The Kentucky state Senate Agriculture Committee voted unanimously to approve legislation for legalizing industrial hemp in the state.

This Monopoly alternative is designed to act as a walkthrough of the concepts of a new economically and ecologically viable "Industrial Evolution" based on a renewable bioeconomy.

Industrial hemp farming could play a big role in providing economic stability in impoverished areas, creating jobs and businesses for veterans, and growing a sustainable and regenerative agriculture movement.

Finally, there is now an ethical and practical alternative work wear option to Carhartt and Dickies.

No more excuses for soft, moldy apples in your fruit bowl!

What’s the best pumpkin for pumpkin pie? Maybe not a pumpkin at all.

This cozy cabin in the woods was an exercise in resourcefulness and even bartering of skills for a community of natural builders in Oregon.

I wrote my first TreeHugger post more than seven years ago. Since then, there's been a lot of water under the bridge. Here are some of the many highlights.

Who says the motto "to protect and serve" only applies to people?

Inspired by the small, simple and efficient spaces of Japan, is this lovely tiny home that comes with a lot of luxurious features.

The smart arrangement of spaces and natural daylighting help make this cottage's relatively small footprint feel quite big.

High-end materials meets smart home automation in this country-styled tiny home.

Typically used to spot forest fires, one couple turns a fire lookout station into a simple but beautiful off-grid home.

Why do people do this kind of thing?

This is not easy to do.

David Milarch is on a quest to save California's coast redwoods, some of the world's oldest and largest living things; he may be saving the planet along the way.

Because cyclists should pay their fair share, right?

This couple have found a balance between financial security and freedom, by renting out their house, living out of their renovated garage, and traveling in their van conversion.

This surprising trend combines the comfort found in being around animals, along with the well-known benefits of practicing yoga.

We laughed, we cried, but more important, we picked the recycling-loving winners of Etsy's Handmade Halloween Costume Contest.

Etsy invited TreeHugger to write about their favorite green baby items in the Handmade Kids series; clothes and accessories made for children by independent designers. Etsy is that wonderful website that features all things handmade to buy and sell by

Handmade is becoming big business -- reeeally big. Etsy -- the online marketplace for handmade items -- announced earlier this week that it has raised $20 million in venture capital financing and has now tripled its valuation at $300 million (not

From gardening supplies and baby toys to pet products and eco-furniture, check these sustainable online shops before you hit the streets.

The online craft market place becomes a certified B Corp, and announces $40m in new funding. This could be a great thing for all of us.

Save the sea creatures! Handcraft your own natural specimens using these these simple patterns, yarn and a crochet hook.

Taking responsibility for their own waste, ETSY team members haul biodegradable trash to their local community farm by cargo bike.

'Slow' games make a comeback, as stylish jewelry with a twist.

Combining low-maintenance air plants with reused sea urchin shells, these unique creations look very much like mysterious jellyfish.

You might not give an outdated wool suit a second look, but these trendy bags make the most of discarded suit fabrics, transforming old into something new and fashionable.

The shopping world is rife with corruption and exploitation, and while it would be lovely for companies to mend their evil ways, that's highly unlikely. In the meantime, Etsy provides a decent alternative for conscientious shoppers.

Feathers, shells, leaves, flowers and even bark are encased in resin to create this lovely collection of handmade, resin-based jewelry.

A running shoe made from garbage may not sound like must-have sports equipment, but Adidas wants to illustrate how ocean trash can be turned into something new.

Feel good about what's on your feet with these forward-thinking companies. They break with the status quo when it comes to business models and production methods.

In an attempt to close the loop on production, Adidas has invented a shoe made from biodegradable artificial spider silk that will melt away when you're done with them.

Finally, green shoe design is reaching mainstream levels.

SAOLA is a new French brand making slick sneakers from recycled material and algae foam.

This ingenious design uses biodegradable waste products to build the greenest shoe you've ever owned.

Shoppers can now choose to support a broader range of social issues.

In a tale of intrigue and derring-do, the crafty cephalopod slipped out of his enclosure and found his way to freedom.

This super-insulated home is built to be earthquake-resistant too.

A group called Para Kore has been working since 2009 to spread the message of waste reduction and diversion.

The rich are different from you and me, they can just buy New Zealand.

This is a trend that should catch on everywhere -- just building what you need.