The Essential David W. Orr First, a quick bio for those of you who might not be familiar with David W. Orr: He the Paul Sears Distinguished Professor of Environmental Studies and Politics at Oberlin College and a James Marsh Professor at the University

This month, BookHugger presents Hope Is and Imperative by David Orr. Readers can order a discounted copy today and then join a live chat with Orr on May 25 at 3pm Eastern. (NOTE: The chat has been postponed one day and will

This month, BookHugger presents The Death and Life of Monterey Bay by Stephen R. Palumbi and Carolyn Sotka. Readers can order a discounted copy today to get ready for the live chat with the authors on June 13 at 3pm

So often we read books on ecology that detail the downfall of a species or habitat. Finally, here is a book that does the opposite, explaining instead the incredible comeback of one of the most important locales for marine

This month, BookHugger presents The Death and Life of Monterey Bay by Stephen R. Palumbi and Carolyn Sotka. Readers can order a discounted copy today and then join a live chat with the

There has been a profound change in the green movement over the last five years, the realization that solar panels on the roof and bamboo sheets on the bed are not enough; that where you live matters far more.

Mangroves are a special ecosystem. Found all over the world, they thrive in the in-between zones of land and sea, and act as nurseries for a vast variety of animals, grocery stores for humans, a buffer between homes

This month, BookHugger presents Making Healthy Places: Designing and Building for Health, Well-being, and Sustainability edited by Andrew L. Dannenberg, Howard Frumkin, and Richard J.

Jacob's unpublished writings, essays and speeches from half a century ago seem just as vital and current as the day they were written.

Dr. Peter Gleick uncovers the complex truth to the bottled water industry, and makes a strong case for being realistic about our addiction.

Whether urban, suburban, or rural, transportation systems dictate and define human interaction and community. Join BookHugger for a panel discussion of this phenomena.

Two very different views of public transit, from two authors that will be on Bookhugger this afternoon

Hsu's case for the superiority of a carbon tax over other methods of pricing carbon is throughly and eloquently made. But will it actually help us get past our collective aversion to the word 'tax'? That's frankly the bigger question.

The title is deceptive; it is a real page-turner that will open your eyes to what really affects urban design.

A must-read book for business leaders. Naked value is the ultimate value a product delivers to customers, or the benefits that remain when a product is stripped of most of the energy and material resources required to manufacture and deliver it.

The planet is facing some major problems. Just how much impact can a single person's actions have?

Sometimes the conventional wisdom is right, but sometimes it’s dead wrong.

Lance Hosey argues that how things look and feel is as important as how they're made. If it doesn't move the heart, it doesn't move the needle on sustainability.

A pull between city life and the slower pace of nature inspired author and illustrator Julia Rothmans to create “Nature Anatomy.”

An economics professor suggested we replace libraries with Amazon bookstores "to save taxpayers money" and the Internet went wild, with good reason.

Finance blogger Cait Flanders describes the ups and downs of a year-long shopping ban and the unexpected lessons she learned along the way.

When everything seems to be falling apart in the world, the most useful thing you can do is focus on your own community and making it a better place.

A follow-up to the book by the same name, this intriguing film shows how one American family has weaned itself off fossil fuels.

This book full of small space design ideas is a handy tool for those wanting to get their own tiny house built.

A modern life without plastic may seem an impossibility, but this Canadian duo shows it's achievable.

That's what Kris de Decker did with Low-Tech magazine and it makes a lot of sense.

Becker's latest work is not only a how-to guide, but an invitation to reevaluate all aspects of your life.

It's the practical sequel to 'The Reducetarian Solution,' striving to get more people eating fewer animal products.

Tanja Hester, who retired at 38, can help you create a financial roadmap that makes your life your own.

A new study says it is, and we speak to one of the authors.

Sarah Archer shows how the kitchen became the colorful nerve center of the modern house.

This handbook to sustainable living will help you practice what you preach.

You'll be shocked to learn what goes on behind the scenes at grocery stores – and relieved to know there's a much better alternative.

These 131 exercises will teach you to block distractions and deepen your focus.

An ambitious couple set out to travel from Washington to the Alaskan Arctic, off the beaten track and under their own power.

Author Cal Newport argues that it's time to make hard decisions about our digital lives and embrace a 'philosophy of technology use.'

This book explains how "one of the most valuable skills in our economy is becoming increasingly rare."

Jonathan Safran Foer argues convincingly that changing our diets is the most effective way to fight the climate crisis.

All because people are too lazy to find a sink.

The 2019 rating by EWG finds that most sunscreens contain sketchy ingredients and/or don't offer adequate protection.

A gentle reminder to never, ever, Free Willy your goldfish.

On National Dog Day, a look at the question of doggie density

Among other remarkable features, a cat’s tongue is covered in little spines, turning it into the world’s most magical hairbrush.

Watch this English golden retriever named Storm rush in to help the fawn and bring it back to shore.

If American's cats and dogs were their own country, they'd rank 5th in global meat consumption, says new study.

Cuddly, gentle, and low maintenance, there's a lot to love about these feathery fowl.

The stubborn hero refused to leave his goats ... miraculously, they all survived the firestorm.

More than just a reflection of emotional states, a new study finds that dogs’ facial movement are potentially active attempts to communicate.

A feline clinic in Dublin has published a full-time job listing for cat cuddlers.

After spending most of her life in search and rescue, this grand 13-year-old Australian Shepherd is enjoying her golden years with her companion human.