Using digital fabrication, moss and clay, this designer's "moss voltaics" would use these hardy plants to transform sunlight into electricity.

As the war on plastics heats up, could the alternatives be worse for sustainability?

During this year's extremely cold winter full of ice storms and the effects of a polar vortex, moments of warmth between strangers are created in a bus shelter.

To highlight the accelerating disappearance of Arctic sea ice, this man plans to survive alone on a melting iceberg for up to one year.

It already exists, is on the roads, and has its own flashy commerical

A damning report says children face two main threats globally, and most nations are failing to address these.

This small-but-dynamic, renovated apartment in Barcelona takes its design cues from boat design and hides some delightful surprises.

Follow the step-by-step eco-renovation of a 100-year-old Modernisme-style space into apartments in Barcelona. From upcycling to smart water-saving devices and insulating rooftop plants, yök Casa + Cultura is about sustainability and the local culture.

Recyclability is key at yök's eco-renovation. First, preserve everything we can, then recycle everything that has to go and lastly, make sure any new stuff is recyclable in the future.

In the end it needs to work, fit the budget and be easy to install. To divide our spaces, we opted for low-VOC drywalls, locally made in Spain. That way, no floors or ceilings shall be harmed!

Copper is recyclable, but requires a lot of energy to do so. For our plumbing system, we opted for PEX, a crosslinked Polyethylene that is easy to install, non-toxic and long-lasting.

What is the best eco option- longlasting porcelain sinks, 100% recyclable, lightweight LDPE ones or second hand washbasins? Here's the story of how we chose the sinks for our non-hotel in Barcelona.

I believe we made the right decision in choosing Isonat Flex, made of wood fibres, over mineral wool or cellulose to insulate our low-VOC drywalls. Here's how we made the decision.

We are still eco-renovating! Here is what we did to our office, a top floor space in the heart of Barcelona. Insulation, energy-saving devices and non-toxic, recycled materials are key.

yök commissions upcycled stools by ex homess people and Curro Claret

At yök we do not only work hard to save energy, but also water. According to Airbnb, guests in Europe renting a home use 45% less water than when staying in a hotel. But there is more to a bathroom than saving water; materials also play an important role

Astral Nature has the perfect mattresses: all natural ingredients and locally made just outside Barcelona. However, at yök Casa + Cultura we also needed an eco base. Luckily, Astral made some changes to theirs. The result: green beds, such luxury!

This is my last post about my current eco-venture in Barcelona: yök Casa + Cultura. We believe that good tourism is possible thanks to common sense, eco-design and working for People, Planet and Profit.

In times of comfort snacking, there are plenty of fulfilling options that are actually good for you.

I have to admit I'm a bit the green grinch of the family: I really can't stand all the mindless consumption over the holidays, and I'm always pushing the buy nothing concept. I don't even have a Christmas tree.

The tree that will decorate Rockefeller Center this holiday season was cut down this week - but was it needlessly killed?

An island once home to a Renault car factory will be sustainably transformed. We also have a Christmas tree powered by jumping elves, a hydrogen-powered tractor, and more.

Created by Argentine designer José Manuel Rebert Alarcon, the sleek alternative to a dead tree allows other uses during the year.

When it comes to live Christmas trees, we're still feeling the effects of the Great Recession ten years ago.

Juniper is an invasive species that's tough to work with.

Just using them for an hour pushes pollution above legal limits.

Serious cooks are serious about gas, but it's time to give it up.

Toronto project pushes every TreeHugger button

The Washington Post has proposed the worst idea I've heard in a while.

Single use plastic waste is a fundamental driver of a linear system that is hard to bend.

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.

Shipping containers are the base for an instant "lush urban oasis."

After years of no-shampoo approaches, I found a way to clean my hair that actually works for me.

This is serious surgery with long-term implications. We need to stop treating it so lightly.

The clothing production process is full of toxic chemicals that can harm human health.

It is estimated that one worker dies every 15 seconds from toxic exposures at work

Various healthy diets are shown to ease symptoms of depression, and they work even better for women.

I've eaten a lot of fabulous fair trade chocolate, and this is undoubtedly the yummiest I've ever had!

This version contains no added sugar or oil, and yet it tastes fantastic.

This celebration of buses makes a BUS stop a special place to meet.

Could it also be the new 120 Volts AC?

Airpaq's one-of-a-kind rucksacks are putting used car safety components back to work to help protect and haul your gear.

A group called SOIL installs waterless toilets in hard-to-reach, impoverished communities and then transforms the waste into compost, improving food security.

Or is it actually good for you?

Disgust is a powerful human emotion that could be utilized to promote better hygiene and nutrition, but unfortunately humans are too disgusted to take it seriously.

We all knew that, but this study is randomized.

A look back at vintage car advertisements shows a troubling history of machismo messaging and sexist marketing toward both genders.

With barbecue season in full swing, the benefits of using your grill are nearly endless: The meals you can make are delicious, healthy, and guaranteed to keep your kitchen cooler than using your oven.But even slow food grill dinners, be they evenings al

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