Countless people drove past an injured armadillo, until one compassionate woman came along.

Greeting people you pass on the street with a smile and "Hello" is good for you and them.

It's a little bit Ewokian, a little bit New Urbanist and a whole lot intriguing.

It's a handsome, pared-down design, but where are the wheels?

Faircompanies gives a tour of an unusual Omaha, Nebraska, dwelling that consists of three concrete domes tucked underground.

A cylindrical concrete abode named O-Pod could squeeze into Hong Kong's scarce unclaimed space.

The Mary River turtle, recognized for its algae-induced punk rock appearance and ability to breathe through its rear is endangered.

Conservationist Clay Bolt is using his images to influence laws and protect species.

Scientists plan to flood the black market with cheap fake rhino horns to disrupt the poaching market.

Don't know the difference between "free range" and Certified Humane? Learn what the labels on your chickens and eggs mean.

Need a gift in a hurry? Here are some fun and festive ideas sure to please anyone on your holiday gift list.

These gifts that food lovers will appreciate can be bought at local stores or ordered online up to the very last minute before Christmas.

For your consideration, 14 calendars for 2014 of the letterpress, perpetual or otherwise remarkable variety.

After you've furiously torn through your holiday prezzies, plant Eden Paper gift wrap it in the backyard where it will grow into a patch of veggies.

We've rounded up the best last-minute gifts: presents you can send your loved ones digitally that will arrive in email immediately.

'Tis the season to mend, modify, repair, tidy-up and perform (not too strenuous) energy- and water-saving tweaks around the house.

This small-batch recipe is a treat for a small gathering or a holiday gift the kids can make.

Combine food shopping and gift shopping this year by taking advantage of a well-stocked grocery store.

Your next car purchase may be based on a letter grade issued by Beltway bureaucrats.

Ford revealed the new, more fuel-efficient 2013 Ford Escape at the L.A. Auto Show.

Combating climate change now on the menu for Norway’s armed forces.

From the Associated Press

The Obama administration tips its hand on a number of energy policy issues during a press conference about coal leases in the West.

Obama spurs a wave of green political advertising ... but is it just Greenwashing(ton)?

Environmental activists are bringing problems (and solutions) right to your desktop via Google Earth.

While industry apologists peddle the idea that newspapers are doing just fine, the new media world is leaving them behind.

In a new study, physicians predicted about 55 percent of patients would be "likely" or "very likely" to follow their recommendations for losing weight, eating h

Want to know what young girls really think about the media, girls' fashions, and teen idols like Nicki Minaj? Watch this video to find out.

Climate talks in Denmark are on hold after a group of developing nations walked out over concerns about abandoning the Kyoto Protocol.

Canada does an about-face on its climate target (if only) and the G77 suspends talks after a move to eliminate Kyoto Protocol language.

Kids present a DVD of videos, songs, speeches and presentations on climate change to world leaders in Copenhagen.

Climate scientists are beginning to unite to against the misinformation campaigns of right-wingers, but it comes after they've been dealt several blows.

A California agency's attempt to regulate train pollution is ruled out-of-bounds.

Green blogger challenges everyone to air dry their clothes and cut the carbon this October.

Roughly 20 million Americans work from home on at least a semi-regular basis. Here's how telecommuting is impressive dent in carbon emissions — and what you

As the GOP frontrunner tries to hold on to support in New Hampshire, he continues to walk a fine line when it comes to what he really believes about environment

The former governor is stuck with a history of being on all sides of the climate issue.

Find out how this small Maine liberal arts school achieved its goal of being 100% carbon-neutral ahead of a 2015 deadline.

There are a number of reasons our houses are getting bigger, and it's a real problem.

Meal kits aren't as bad for the environment as a trip to the grocery store for the same ingredients in terms of greenhouse gas emissions.

MNN exclusive: He's driven an electric RAV4 (powered by the sun) for more than eight years. Now, the actor-activist comes to MNN to talk about its new iteration

Kevin Judd enjoys programming elaborate holiday light shows at his Riverside, Calif. home. But after a video of last Halloween's 'Party Rock Anthem' display wen

Here's what you can do with your incandescent bulbs as they fade away and are replaced by their more energy-efficient cousins.

A new study says the best messages (for some people) are energy efficiency and saving money.

What energy efficient outdoor lighting options are there? From high-tech to just plain tiki, you've got plenty of options for illuminating the outdoors.

Lin Guohui's Bulb Flashlight is just that: A screw-in 40W LEDreplacement bulb with a rechargeable battery that can be removed and used as a handheld torch.

No, government officials won't break down your door if you have incandescent light bulbs. They will be phased out gradually, with plenty of alternatives.

According to Osram Sylvania's 6th annual Socket Survey, not too many folks realize that 40W and 60W incandescent bulbs will go bye-bye come Jan 1.

Because nothing can break one's spirit like dreadful overhead office lighting, the LED revolutionists at Cree have stepped in to save the day (and some energy).

The outlet-hogging reign of night lights may soon be over thanks to the ingenious SnapRays Guidelight from Snap Power.