What a joy to stumble upon this 2009 gem by Cullinan Studio.

There are everywhere, they are fun, and there is so much to learn from them.

With its embrace of wild swimming, foraging, and stargazing, this cultural trend is spot-on for the modern world.

This family lives, works and travels in this modern tiny house, now located on a remote Scottish island.

This one-of-a-kind treehouse is elevated above the ground to minimize its environmental impact.

On some days, wind generated as much as 234% of demand.

This versatile small dwelling can be customized as a mobile office, guesthouse or "living wagon."

Instead of turning sunlight into electricity, and then using that to power indoor lighting, Lucy redirects the daylight into rooms for effective natural illumination.

At less than $50, this little dual USB port solar device is an affordable option for a clean, efficient portable charging solution.

The SolPad Mobile device offers a scaled-up solar charging and battery solution for both home and off-grid applications.

Another large-sized solar charger and battery system is about to hit the market, as an off-grid solar generator in a briefcase.

The inventors of the innovative LuminAID solar lantern are Kickstarting another version of their device, this time with the added feature of a charging port for portable electronics.

These ultra-thin solar charging devices use amorphous silicon technology, which is said to be effective even in shady or lower-light conditions.

With 20 watts of solar panels, a 16Ah lithium-ion battery bank, and an onboard inverter, along with multiple charging ports, this compact solar generator is a great off-grid accessory.

This mobile solar power station offers a lightweight high-capacity lithium-ion battery with all the bells and whistles.

Renogy's rechargeable flashlight incorporates a host of useful features, including the ability to function as a backup battery for phones and other gadgets.

The MP3ForLife device is loaded with 400+ answers to common questions about health, nutrition, family planning, and more, translated into more than 100 languages.

Do not mail them to the President.

The Jenni solar charger and battery pack aims to make it easy to begin going solar at home, starting with your portable electronics

The HANS Solar Briefcase and PowerPack systems do double duty by supporting the Billions in Change movement.

SOURCE is a solar-powered and self-contained device capable of harvesting up to 10 liters of clean drinking water per day from the air.

The GoSun Fusion probably won’t save the world, but the design thinking behind it might.

Kent Peterson does it with off-the-self stuff, but it should be easier than this.

They really didn't have a choice, and they insulated their bodies, not their houses.

It simply doesn't recognize that some e-bikes are just bikes with a boost, and is unfair to older or disabled riders, or long distance commuters.

Clean energy is sometimes touted as space-age technology. Some of the principles, however, can be pretty darned simple.

"Siri, turn down the temperature in my bedroom please"

The Lancey electric space heater allows users to charge its battery during off-peak hours and use the electricity for heating during peak demand periods.

Everything you need to know about building a proper blanket fort.

Turn down the thermostat, crack a window, and ditch the blankets for some science-backed health benefits.

Previously titled "4 reasons why heat pumps are not going to save the planet" which was mean to heat pumps.

Michael Sivak shows us the numbers.

When even so-called experts don't know the difference, you must admit we have a problem here.

Do the green thing and resist reaching for the thermostat.

It's a smart thermostat for hydronic heating systems and is not such a dumb idea.

A landmark report released by The Nature Conservancy has demonstrated that effective conservation measures - far from simply benefiting the local biota - can also help alleviate poverty. The study, co-authored by Nature Conservancy policy advisor

As reported in the Otago Daily Times, the noticeable impacts of climate change on area coral reefs and a recent starfish outbreak are not as bad as previously thought due to noticeable changes in the Fijian lifestyle. From

Over the past few years journalists and commentators have denounced bottled water as an environmental evil. I can count myself as one of those after my article about the greenhouse gas emissions from producing and transporting one bottle of Fiji water

Get set for cool, wet weather with this high-quality footwear.

Don't take your morning cup of coffee for granted. It may not be around in a few decades, according to a new report.

From sweaters to wraps to plush leggings, these casual and comfortable pieces will keep you toasty all autumn long.

A group called Remake wants fast fashion to fall out of fashion, by revealing underprivileged garment workers to the world.

The UK grocery chain has long been a Fairtrade champion, but recently announced it would invent its own 'fairly traded' certification scheme.

It's a win-win all around as K-cup users on both sides of the political divide find reasons to smash their Keurigs.

Eighty percent of garment workers are young women between 18 and 24. They are overworked, underpaid, and abused. That's where the real female empowerment needs to start.

Save time and effort spent shopping with this online database of companies committed to social and environmental causes.

This Valentine's Day, shop local.

Every bag they make is different, which creates a real marketing and display problem.

Due to security issues, the date has not been released yet, but we are happy to announce that Middle East environmentalists are putting political pet peeves aside to focus on one goal: preserving the environment.

Outside the southeastern Turkish city of Mardin lie the 6th-century ruins of the Roman settlement of Dara,