Toyota has donated 4,500 free trees for this March's giveaway for New York City residents.

We hear a lot about carbon dioxide when we talk about climate change, but sometimes here's why too much CO2 in the atmosphere is a bad thing.

Scientists with NASA unveiled the first carbon maps obtained by the spacecraft, named the Orbiting Carbon Observatory-2, or OCO-2.

Earth has broken temperature records for 14 months in a row, and 2016 will almost certainly be the hottest year on record. Yet there is still time to intervene

For several countries, the switch from coal to renewable energy is paying off in our attempt to reduce global carbon emissions — but we still have work to do.

Don't throw out old pantyhose! You can recycle them in many different ways.

Feeling a little full of yourself? Check out these 19 boys and girls who actually did something about the world's ills before they even got to their 20s.

Duct tape is the absolute darling of the do-it-yourself set; here are some novel ways to put it to use.

There's less paper in need of binding these day, so put this simple contraption to work with these clever applications.

Shipping containers can be transformed into a variety of innovative homes and hotels.

Jadav Payeng single-handedly turned a barren sandbar in northern India into a lush new forest ecosystem.

These nutritional powerhouse vegetables can flourish in your yard or in containers.

We've found several camping areas on lakes, rivers and the ocean that offer beautiful views and plenty of recreational opportunities.

If the mere thought of sharks sends chills down your spine, consider the damage that a swarm of ants could inflict. And even cows have been known to be deadly.

It's unclear whether some animals really smile to convey joy, but these critters sure look happy.

The president is getting a report card for his first 100 days in office from Michael Pollan and others. How's he doing on the food front?

Food Tank has created a list of Twitter feeds that inspire and inform those who care about our food system.

You can watch the live stream of the conference and follow my live tweets from the event.

Food news from around the web for your weekend reading

Serving chili, jambalaya or chips n' dip at your Superbowl 44 shindig? Make sure your cupboards are stocked with bowls made from eco-materials.

With a major summertime 'drinking holiday' just around the bend, make sure that you have a few libation-related odds and ends on hand for when your thirsty part

Looking to avoid a date with pesticides this Valentine's Day? Outfit your love <s>dungeon</s> den with stylish sheets and bedding made from organic cotton and o

Grizzlies becoming unbearable, oil kills Gulf coral, GOP sparks power struggle, and more.

Camping's not your thing? Here are helpful tips for people who don't like to camp.

Here are some quirky towns with their own distinct vibe that are worth a visit ... and might be a place you'd like to settle down.

From a man wearing a minotaur mask to a collection of taxidermy, these fascinating images were the 2018 Sony World Photography winners.

The natural surroundings at these picturesque concert venues sometimes steal the show.

Here's our list of royal gardens to consider adding to your Best-of-Britain tourist itinerary.

We've got picks that include documentaries, fantasy, fiction and even kid movies.

EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson and Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood are just two of the great speakers scheduled for this year’s green jobs conference.

EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson delivered the opening keynote at the 2011 Good Jobs Green jobs conference.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is responsible for creating or saving one million green jobs.

From pistachio shell-powered eco-cities to tiny houses on the moon, this spring certainly wasn't short on starry-eyed intrigue and bold ambition.

Here are the films to catch at the country's largest environmental film fest — including one about making saké and the tragic industry of trophy hunting.

With money from the government to spend on culture, Italian teens have another reason to celebrate their milestone 18th birthday.

Used often in film productions, the lovingly preserved Canadiana Village is mostly for show.

These 'Groundhog Day' quotes are perfect for when you feel like you're living the same day over and over.

The Spitzer Space Telescope is so sensitive it can see objects optical telescopes cannot. Here are some incredible images it has helped capture.

The Scottish government recently approved the construction of a wind farm set off the coast from Donald Trump's golf course.

2012 saw the highest rate of alternative, renewable energy sources in the United States.

From Dutch flower fields to Californian slopes, windmills are one of mankind's oldest ( loveliest) energy machines. Here are some windmill photos to celebrate.

I’m making this trek to ask Maine Gov. Paul LePage to lead, follow, or get out of the way of clean energy development.

Take a photo tour of 10 different facilities around the world where SC Johnson is using renewable energy and learn about their positive environmental impact.

In a nation where transportation claims 20 percent of CO2 emissions, train travel will soon be a zero-emission affair.

These noteworthy wind-driven mills and windmill groupings offer a historical glimpse back to when life relied on the strength of wind.

Here are 10 places with a reputation for bountiful breezes ... and, sometimes, winds that are a lot stronger than that.

Portugal predicts that renewables will satisfy its mainland electricity needs by 2040.

Looking to simplify your life, save some money, boost your health and help the planet? Then these grandma-tested customs are for you.

From gift boxes to fun furniture, there are all sorts of inventive ways you can use handy chalkboard paint.

These tips should help you get pet hair off your dog, cat, house and clothes.