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Danish Council on Ethics releases its report on beef as a 'climate damaging food'

The report argues why a beef tax would be an effective step toward curbing greenhouse gas emissions and why we should all be paying more for climate-damaging foods.




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The most magical salt water swimming hole is in Samoa

Samoa's To Sua Ocean Trench is a natural salt water swimming hole that looks too beautiful to be real.




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Don't let this pandemic ruin the fight against single-use plastics

Listen to scientists, not industry lobbyists, and just keep cleaning.




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Why would people hang their babies out the windows in cages?

They were taught that their children needed fresh cool air in order to thrive. It would be pretty healthy for their carbon footprint too.




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Dragonfly wind turbine aims to blend in, produce power in low wind conditions

While large wind turbines remain the dominant force in wind power, wider adoption may lie with small-scale turbines fit for urban and low wind conditions.




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This tiny portable wind turbine fits in your bag and charges your gadgets

Who says you can't take it with you? This micro wind turbine folds into a foot-long cylinder for a portable solution to charging gadgets with clean renewable energy.




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An In-Depth Look at the University of Washington, Sierra Magazine's Top Cool School

We've scratched the surface of Sierra magazine's Cool Schools list on Treehugger before, but this time I've decided to dig into one of the schools so we can learn more about what




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Ski town's fun new playground inspired by birds' nests & vintage ski culture

Rising out of surrounding trees and rock, this playful little area takes its design cues from local bird habitats and the town's skiing traditions.




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Victory in Colorado a rebuke against coal leasing

Ruling represents the first time that a coal mine has been rejected because of the failure to adequately consider and disclose the impacts that a mine would have on climate disruption.




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Colorado's Browns Canyon: Good things come in a small package

This beautiful area near Salida, Colorado, could become the next national monument, with your help.




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Man builds $1,500 tiny house, forages & grows his own food (Video)

Aiming to live a lighter-impact lifestyle, this green lifestyle activist lives in a self-built tiny house and experiments with growing and foraging his own food.




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U.S. and India agree to “cooperate closely” on climate change

Yesterday, U.S. President Barack Obama and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a deal to work together against climate change.




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New imaging technique sees inside lithium batteries

A new way to see inside batteries in real time as they go through charging cycles could help prevent battery fires and increase battery lifespans




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Edible, plastic-free packaging is created with fermentation, like kombucha (Video)

Using the same fermentation and bacterial and yeast culture that creates kombucha, this packaging is edible and compostable.




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Shellworks creates sustainable packaging with seafood shells (Video)

This alternative to single-use plastics uses a range of custom-designed machines to create a recyclable and compostable bioplastic, sourced from discarded crustacean shells.




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A Picture is Worth: Agenda 21 and The Green Movement as Marxist Plot

The cover of a new book by a leading Agender says it all: Sustainability is just the tip of the Marxist iceberg.




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Agenda 21 Update: Tinfoil Hats in Iowa, Republicans Fight Back

It's Crazytown in Des Moines as Republicans fight Soviet style collectivism, AKA sustainable development




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Environmentalists rejoice as Agenda 21 is implemented across North America!

A green, sustainable future awaits us all as the United Nations proposal for sustainable development becomes the law of the land.




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State of Missouri bans Agenda 21; What would Harry Truman Say?

They are going to stop the UN from giving out free lawn mowers and blocking Walmarts.




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A year ago in TreeHugger, from zombies to shotguns

It was hot last year, too.




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Quote of the day ties Agenda 21 to everything from Benghazi to Paula Deen

We learn that Agenda 21 is part of a much larger Mainstream Media plot to hide the UN takeover of the American government.




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Cobb County, Georgia sees Agenda 21 plot in bike lanes and sidewalks

Putting money into non-motorized transportation is just the thin edge of the Agenda 21 wedge.




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New study looks at how the Agenda 21 conspiracy is poisoning public discussion about sustainability

The Southern Poverty Law Center says “It is time to call out Agenda 21conspiracy theories and the people spreading them.”




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NRDC: Agenda 21 conspiracy theorists threaten cities' sustainability efforts

Jacob Scherr of NRDC (a group that helped write the Agenda 21 document) looks at the success that the conspiracy theorists are having.




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House of Representatives tells Pentagon to ignore climate change and Agenda 21

Just when you think it can't get any crazier in US politics, it does.




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Agenda 21 Update: The battle in the bike lanes

It's the election cycle, and Agenda 21 has become an issue.




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Why plastic bag bans are like brown M&Ms

Adam Sternbergh finds that bag bans are a symbol of something much bigger.




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Agenda 21 is dead, but its legacy is still killing transit

Not to mention bike lanes, higher density housing, and bird sanctuaries.




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These postage stamps are considered too dangerous for children's eyes

The US postal service is destroying the whole series because of safety concerns.




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Here's the real problem with the red Starbucks cups: They're garbage

Robin Shreeves of MNN gets it right in this silly discussion.




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Clever campaign encourages texting and driving

But when you think about it, it is a bit disingenuous to put this message on a digital billboard.




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Phoenx introduces luggage made from recycled materials

Here's one way to tread a bit more lightly while traveling.




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Let's take an imaginary trip to these gorgeous glamping destinations

Who says you have to rough it in the bush? These gorgeous spots prove otherwise.




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Join Boing Boing Science Editor Maggie Koerth-Baker for a Discussion of Coping With the Energy Crisis

Her new book Before the Lights Go Out investigates strategies for conquering the energy crisis before it conquers us.




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The Week In Design: Shotguns, Computers, Plastic People On A Rampage, Beating the Heat and More!

Agenda 21 crazies, poison plastic people and hey, some green buildings and furniture!




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Artists' salvaged tire installations reactivate Barcelona's streets

These simple but intriguing urban art sculptures made out of repurposed tires bring a new sense of place to some of Barcelona's neglected streets.




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Slow shopping for the modern age

The Internet is a surprisingly powerful tool for shopping locally.




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Are we on the verge of camping's golden age?

It's a form of travel that is socially distant, cheap, and well-ventilated.




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16 safer disinfectants to use against coronavirus

Because of COVID-19, we are suddenly a people who can not clean our homes enough; here's how to do it effectively but safely.




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Make pretty robin's eggs with a simple cabbage dye

Skip the synthetic colors and raid the produce drawer to make vibrantly dyed Easter eggs.




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This modern-meets-rustic tiny home opens up like a magic trick

The Joshua Tree is a 231-SF timber-framed tiny house on wheels – and has the cutest interior.




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Christmas tree shortage will be felt for a long time

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




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Ten years ago today: Natural gas could be as bad as oil and coal

A look back at when we started learning the truth about natural gas.




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Coffee stand folds out of a 60-year-old Morris Minor woody wagon

Talk about creative and adaptive reuse!




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The life-changing magic of the short-stack coffee mug

This could be the key to getting people to carry reusable mugs each day.




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A guide to sustainable packaging labels

Consumers are choosing brands they think are better for the planet, so it’s important they know what they’re getting.




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US agencies introduce "Road to Zero" plan to eliminate traffic deaths

But do they have the courage to do it right?




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Patagonia partners with Awayco to offer rental gear

It's a trial program in Denver, but is likely the way of the future.




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Patagonia will teach you how to repair clothes

A new partnership with iFixit offers step-by-step instructions for fixing damaged gear.




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Wood architecture meets nature in new community in Copenhagen

Henning Larsen's design for Fælledby is "a model for sustainable living."