b Starbucks announces yet another sustainability initiative By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Jan 2020 11:45:46 -0500 They do this every few years. Will this one be any more successful? Full Article Business
b Don't toss apple cores and banana peels on the ground By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2019 15:07:55 -0400 You may have learned that natural foods decompose in nature; Glacier National Park reminds us why it's a bad idea. Full Article Living
b A guide to sustainable packaging labels By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 09:24:09 -0400 Consumers are choosing brands they think are better for the planet, so it’s important they know what they’re getting. Full Article Business
b Why such hype over Pizza Hut's new round compostable box? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 11:00:00 -0400 Until it can be composted in my own backyard, I'm not getting excited. Full Article Business
b Why does Obama love natural gas? It's complicated. By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 07 May 2013 12:00:02 -0400 Josh Fox says President Obama's support for natural gas shocked him, but Brad Plumer shows how the issue of gas exports and production has much to do with maintaining trade relationships. Full Article Energy
b Vice President Biden opposes Keystone XL. What can this tell us about Obama's plans? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 08 May 2013 09:33:52 -0400 "Vice President Joe Biden told a South Carolina environmental activist Friday that he opposes a controversial oil pipeline from Canada, but said he is "in the minority" inside the Obama administration." Full Article Energy
b Vice President Biden talks climate to Rolling Stone By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 10 May 2013 10:51:57 -0400 Douglas Brinkley at Rolling Stone sat down for an hour with Vice President Joe Biden and the topic of climate change made up considerable bulk of the interview. It's worth a read Full Article Science
b President Obama to make major climate change address By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 22 Jun 2013 16:37:32 -0400 The White House released a preview video announcing President Obama will make a major national address on climate change, Tuesday, June 25. Full Article Business
b What will Obama propose in climate speech? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Jun 2013 11:09:04 -0400 On Tuesday, President Obama will give a major speech on climate change. He is expected to make major policy announcements, including the regulation of existing power plants. Here are some reactions from around the web. Full Article Energy
b President Obama proposes new climate change plan. (VIDEO) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Jun 2013 09:56:23 -0400 Today, President Obama announced his new climate change plan, which includes a proposal to establish new rules for cutting carbon pollution from existing power plants. Read the plan and watch the speech here. Full Article Energy
b Four key moments of Obama's climate change speech By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Jun 2013 16:13:50 -0400 What should we make of President Obama's speech yesterday announcing his plan for addressing climate change? Here are four key moments worth remembering. Full Article Energy
b President Obama's Climate Change Plan (Infographic) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jun 2013 15:04:36 -0400 On Tuesday, President Obama announced his new climate change plan. Below is an infographic produced by the White House illustrating some facts about climate change and how these new proposal Full Article Energy
b President Obama talks climate plan in weekly address By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2013 15:24:29 -0400 In his weekly address on Saturday, President Obama spoke about his new climate change plan. Full Article Energy
b Making a Republican case for climate action By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2013 09:38:08 -0400 Three Republicans and former administrators of the Environmental Protection Agency penned an important op-ed in The New York Times arguing for a Republican case for climate action. Full Article Business
b Young Republican voters won't support climate denial, poll finds By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Aug 2013 12:21:20 -0400 A new poll conducted for the League of Conservation Voters found strong views among young voters, including young Republicans, regarding climate change denial. Full Article Science
b Good news! Wind and solar power double under Obama By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2013 12:49:01 -0400 During the first four years of President Obama's administration, US electricity from wind and solar more than doubled, according to two new reports released today. Full Article Energy
b Coastal flooding could cost $1 trillion by 2050, as Task Force warns to prepare for future storms By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Aug 2013 09:52:25 -0400 We've long known that sea level rise caused by global warming would threaten communities along the coasts, but a new study puts a startling figure on the potential damage. Meanwhile, the Hurricane Sandy Task Force releases a report. Full Article Science
b The billionaire fighting to stop Keystone XL By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Sep 2013 11:55:17 -0400 In the current issue of the The New Yorker, Ryan Lizza tells the story of how Tom Steyer, "a fifty-six-year-old billionaire" has thrown his clout and money behind the effort to stop the Keystone XL pipeline. Full Article Energy
b Was southern leg of Keystone XL built illegally? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2013 11:57:17 -0400 Steve Horn reports that in addition to expediting the southern leg, Executive Order 13604 also led to the expediting of 48 other oil pipeline projects. Full Article Energy
b With the government shutdown, is it time for Obama to reject Keystone XL? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2013 10:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article Energy
b Bill McKibben on the failure of Obama's energy policy By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Oct 2013 10:21:54 -0400 Bill McKibben makes a strong case that despite the EPA's new power plant regulations and increasing fuel efficiency in cars, President Obama has largely been a failure in terms of pursuing a progressive energy policy Full Article Energy
b President Obama establishes a climate change preparedness and resilience task force By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2013 12:51:20 -0400 Today, President Obama signed an Executive Order (E.O.) establishing a Task Force on Climate Preparedness and Resilience. Full Article Science
b Solar panels are back on the White House roof, 28 years later (it's about time!) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 12 May 2014 14:11:23 -0400 The 6.3kW solar array might not produce enough energy to power the White House, but its symbolism is important. Full Article Energy
b Fist bumps reduce bacteria transmitted by 90% compared to shaking hands. By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jul 2014 15:38:37 -0400 Lets give a high five to these scientists who show that shaking hands is a filthy idea. Full Article Living
b Obama to veto Keystone XL pipeline, but is the battle over? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Feb 2015 12:40:44 -0500 There are a number of reasons the fight for Keystone XL is likely to drag on. Full Article Business
b Obama’s trip to Alaska brings out mixed responses about his climate legacy By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Sep 2015 14:00:58 -0400 President Obama talks about the need for climate action in the state where he recently green-lighted off-shore drilling. Full Article Business
b White House releases strategy for deep decarbonization by 2050 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Dec 2016 08:34:42 -0500 Download it while you can. Full Article Business
b Obama Presidential Center faces legal challenge from park preservationists By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Feb 2019 14:38:59 -0500 The TreeHugger view is that hey, we like trees, and parks are precious, especially when they are designed by the likes of Frederick Law Olmsted. Full Article Design
b No more real fur for Queen Elizabeth By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -0500 All new clothing items from now on will be made with fake fur. Full Article Living
b Salomon unveils running shoes that get turned into ski boots By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2019 12:59:18 -0500 The Concept Shoe is a high-performance running shoe that gets fully recycled into alpine ski boot shells. Full Article Living
b Gap's new Upcycled Puffer contains 40 discarded plastic bottles By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 07:00:00 -0500 Stay cozy in the knowledge that you're diverting plastic waste and reducing demand for new material. Full Article Living
b Wardrobe is NYC's latest clothing rental service By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Nov 2019 09:00:00 -0500 And it makes clever use of neighborhood laundromats as its distribution hubs. Full Article Living
b Thousand Fell sneakers can be disassembled at end of life By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Nov 2019 07:00:00 -0500 The components can be recycled, upcycled, or composted – but never landfilled. Full Article Living
b Reebok reveals world's first plant-based performance running shoe By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Dec 2019 13:54:01 -0500 The Forever Floatride GROW is made with castor beans, algae, eucalyptus, and natural rubber. Full Article Living
b KEEN has launched its 'most durable, consciously-constructed' boot yet By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Dec 2019 10:00:00 -0500 The leather boots come in several styles for both men and women. Full Article Living
b Zara's 'sustainable' hoodie is anything but By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 10:00:00 -0500 Swiss investigators followed the money through a sweatshirt's supply chain. Full Article Living
b Why you should be cautious about online shopping By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Dec 2019 07:00:00 -0500 Most returned items get thrown away or incinerated, not resold. Full Article Living
b From frivolous to finely-tuned: How my clothes habit has evolved By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Jan 2020 07:00:00 -0500 I am pickier, stingier... and much happier. Full Article Living
b With BootRescue, your footwear will last longer & look better By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 07:00:00 -0500 A handy kit makes it easy to clean, protect, and maintain boots and shoes of all kinds. Full Article Living
b 4 steps to a more sustainable jeans habit By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 07:00:00 -0500 It's time to start thinking about substance over style. Full Article Living
b This new children's jacket is fully recyclable By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0500 The key to sustainable fashion lies in simplifying materials and design. Full Article Living
b ÉTICA jeans are super stylish and sustainable By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 11:00:00 -0400 The company uses 90 percent less water than most denim producers. Full Article Living
b "Comfy Chic" checklist can elevate your mood and wardrobe during isolation By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -0400 Better yet, Citizenne Style's tips don't require you to make any new online purchases. Full Article Living
b Pop-up playground for adults built in Montreal square By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Aug 2019 13:44:07 -0400 Shipping containers are the base for an instant "lush urban oasis." Full Article Design
b Why are house prices rising faster in car-dependent suburbs? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2019 10:17:25 -0400 Analysts say people are chasing affordability. Full Article Design
b Blueprint for Autonomous Urbanism shows how cities can adapt and change to accommodate everyone By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:08:19 -0400 NACTO lays out a vision for how autonomous vehicles, and technology more broadly, can work in service of safe, sustainable, equitable, vibrant cities. Full Article Design
b The future of transportation is the bus, the bike and the elevator By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 09:36:01 -0400 Henry Grabar writes a really wonderful article that shows how "a better world is possible." Full Article Design
b Boosting Buffalo as a climate change haven By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 07:31:57 -0500 The hot real estate plays of the next decade will be in the rust belt along the Great Lakes. Full Article Design
b New award for landscape architecture honors Cornelia Oberlander By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Dec 2019 10:22:06 -0500 The Cultural Landscape Foundation introduces a prize that rivals architecture's Pritzker or Stirling. Full Article Design
b If cities are going to curb their carbon emissions, they have to consider consumption By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2019 16:52:41 -0500 It's not just about how we build and how we get around; it's also what we eat and wear and buy. Full Article Design