ee Ecstasy (MDMA) Threatens Rare Cambodian Tree By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2009 19:13:54 -0400 What could ravers and other all-night clubbers of the world possibly have to do with the increasingly rare Mreah Prew Phnom trees (Cinnamomum parathenoxylon), found in Full Article Business
ee Captured Feral "Jungle Girl" Flees Back Into the Wild By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 31 May 2010 16:53:55 -0400 In 2007, villagers captured a mysterious young woman in a remote region of Cambodia who, by all accounts, was completely isolated from human society, a feral child living in the forests. News of her discovery Full Article Living
ee Eye-opening docu-series puts fashion-loving teens to work in sweatshop (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Feb 2015 16:16:33 -0500 Fast fashion hurts real people, as this online series challenges three unsuspecting youngsters to go meet and work with the people who make their clothes. Full Article Living
ee That's no stack of rocks, it's an osmosis between man and nature By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 14:59:04 -0500 Quebec architects propose a 48-storey tower in a forest, "a new relationship between humans and their natural habitat." Full Article Design
ee The Kendeda Building is "the greenest in the Southeast" By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:41:00 -0500 Leed is for wimps; the Living Building Challenge really pushes the building envelope. Full Article Design
ee Do LEED, WELL and FITWEL play nicely together? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0500 Perkins&Will's new Dallas office tries to do all three certification systems in one beautiful historic building. Full Article Design
ee Why do we make everything so complicated? We need radical simplicity right now. By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 08:13:09 -0500 The KISS principle applies to everything, including building design. Full Article Design
ee 7 high-impact lifestyle changes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Jan 2020 16:34:47 -0500 If 10 percent of Americans adopted these 7 changes, we could cut total domestic emissions by 8 percent in 6 years. Full Article Science
ee Forget 2030 or targets; we need to reduce our carbon emissions right now By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 10:57:55 -0500 George Monbiot says you don't set targets in an emergency, you act. Full Article Science
ee You can't live a 1.5 degree lifestyle and get on a plane By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 10:47:05 -0500 One little trip can blow you right out of the water. Full Article Science
ee TreeHugger Picks: Landfill Gas, From Trash to Alternative Energy By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 07 May 2007 10:40:29 -0400 Landfill gas (LFG) isn't quite as sexy as some other alternative energy sources like wind or solar; still, TreeHugger thinks its an important part of our collective renewable energy portfolio. Plus, it's cool that landfills (and the stuff that fills Full Article Living
ee German Engineers Join Hybrid Game By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 09 Sep 2007 00:20:59 -0400 Anticipation hangs palpably ahead of the Frankfurt International Motor Show: what will German engineers bring to the green table? After bucking the trend for several years in favor of the already well-established "clean diesel" technology, German car Full Article Transportation
ee Diesel Motorbike Speed Record Smashed By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Sep 2007 12:19:19 -0400 The DIE Moto, the diesel-engined motorbike which we have covered before, has broken the land speed record for a diesel motorbike, with a speed of 130mph. Full Article Transportation
ee Venice Fest Forgets the Eco-Details, but Green Art Installation Doesn't Disappoint By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:00:00 -0400 Despite the fact that Venice, CA seems to be the epicenter of SoCal's green lifestyle movement, the 24th annual Abbott Kinney Festival that took over the city's main drag on Sunday, September 28th was far from eco-friendly. After claiming last year Full Article Living
ee BMW Shows "Deep Commitment to Sustainability" With Pavilion for London Olympics By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:28:49 -0500 One more example of how words can become completely meaningless and even contradictory. Full Article Design
ee Study reveals the obvious: The rich are different from you and me, especially behind the wheel By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2013 11:04:01 -0400 It appears that drivers of fancy cars are more likely to go through pedestrian crosswalks Full Article Transportation
ee BMW increases i3 production 43%, Tesla fans sneer By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 07:33:34 -0400 Wouldn't it be nice if clean tech advocates could, for once, just stop fighting with each other? Full Article Transportation
ee 2014 World Green Car of the Year is... By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Apr 2014 18:20:00 -0400 Test out your green car awareness by seeing if you can name the 2014 World Green Car of the Year. Note: it has to be a new model. Full Article Transportation
ee BMW proposes elevated e-bike cycleways to ease congestion & speed commutes By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Nov 2017 15:45:24 -0500 Instead of banning cars from city centers, this automaker recommends elevated roads for electric bikes & scooters to ease congestion and emissions. Full Article Transportation
ee Just what we needed dept: a BMW with paint so black, it's almost invisible By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2019 08:50:01 -0400 No "do the bright thing" for cars; instead, the BMW X6 designed to "look particularly menacing." Full Article Transportation
ee Ethanol: How the Fuel is Produced, Growing Corn and Other Feedstocks, and More By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Jul 2007 18:11:04 -0400 Ed. note: This post, about ethanol is now the third post (read about biodiesel and compost to catch up) in the Green Basics series of posts that TreeHugger is writing to provide basic information about important ideas, materials and technologies for new Full Article Transportation
ee Paper Bags or Plastic Bags? Everything You Need to Know By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Jul 2008 11:49:58 -0400 Paper or plastic bags: which is better? It's an age old question, when it comes time to check out when grocery shopping: paper bag or plastic bag? It seems like it should be an easy choice, but there's an incredible number of details and inputs hidden Full Article Living
ee How to green your cleaning routine By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Jun 2014 10:11:30 -0400 Cleaning products are everywhere in our homes and offices: on dishes, countertops, furniture, clothes, floors, windows, and floating through the air. In our war on dirt and germs we may often actually be making things worse. Full Article HTGG
ee 11 ways to accessorize the green way By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Jul 2014 10:23:23 -0400 Love to accessorize, but want to stay green? Here are some ways you can do both. Full Article HTGG
ee How to bring green into the classroom By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Jul 2014 12:56:38 -0400 Teachers, are you looking for ways to teach green values to your students? We've got ideas lined up for you! Full Article HTGG
ee 12 easy green resolutions for every month of the year By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Jan 2019 07:00:00 -0500 Resolve to make these simple changes month by month as a graceful way to ease into a more sustainable lifestyle. Full Article Living
ee 10 ways to green your work ethic By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Feb 2019 14:16:56 -0500 A greener workplace can mean a lighter ecological footprint, a healthier and more productive place to work and good news for the bottom line. Full Article HTGG
ee Growth in World Contraceptive Use Stalling; 215 Million Women’s Needs Still Unmet By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Mar 2012 10:54:00 -0400 Satisfying the world’s unmet need for contraception would dramatically reduce population growth, easing pressure on natural resources. Full Article Living
ee Which is greener, books or e-books? Neither. By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 12:40:44 -0500 There is a third, more sustainable option: the library. Full Article Living
ee Cheers! Solar farm cider powers up By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Oct 2018 08:17:21 -0400 Buying products from solar farms is just one more way to support clean energy. Full Article Energy
ee Build a Geodesic Greenhouse By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Aug 2007 17:02:34 -0400 Keep your plants in fighting shape, even after the first frost sets, with a geodesic-dome greenhouse of your very own. And raise a homegrown cantaloupe to Buckminster Fuller while you're at it. Full Article Design
ee Have we reached Peak Beef? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:05:13 -0500 Apparently people are eating less of it. Full Article Living
ee Scientists call for more trees, fewer cows, to restore climate By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2019 14:38:45 -0500 First we have to declare 'peak livestock', then eat less beef and more beans. Full Article Science
ee Teenager invents way to videochat with your pet, give it treats By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Oct 2014 07:00:00 -0400 The device uses a tablet or smartphone to connect you with your pet during the day, give it treats and make sure it's not tearing up the furniture. Full Article Technology
ee Penguin-protecting sheepdog stars in movie 'Oddball and the Penguins' By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Jan 2016 06:00:00 -0500 The real life romance sparked while making a merry romp of this endangered species protection success story could be the sequel! Full Article Science
ee Women may sleep better next to dogs than people By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Dec 2018 13:44:40 -0500 Women may sleep better next to dogs than people Full Article Science
ee Eye On Earth Connects the Dots So People Can See Environmental Issues By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Sep 2012 21:39:00 -0400 A heat wave vulnerability map goes viral, boosting interactive technology that helps make important environmental data accessible. Full Article Science
ee Egg Maps and Green Routes Create Vegetable Tourism in the Incredible Edible Town Todmorden By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Oct 2012 11:38:52 -0400 Todmorden is a town that embraced the local food movement by growing their own fruit and veg anywhere in public spaces. They also have an Egg Map and a Green Route for the Vegetable Tourists! Full Article Living
ee Google Street View Lets You See the Sights of Midway Atoll By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Oct 2012 11:39:45 -0400 The remote atoll which is home to endangered species and historic landmarks can now be explored from your computer. Full Article Technology
ee Check out Google's cloud-free map of Earth By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2013 10:32:00 -0400 To view the planet without being hindered by dense white clouds, just check out Google's latest high resolution images of Earth. Full Article Technology
ee eBee drones create 3D model of the Matterhorn By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2013 09:30:54 -0400 A group of the drones were sent to fly around the massive mountain and take HD photos that were then made into a rich 3D model. Full Article Technology
ee Explore one of the West's last wild rivers with Google Street View By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Jan 2015 08:00:00 -0500 The software lets you virtually float down the Yampa River, which has been largely unchanged by man. Full Article Technology
ee Google mapping city air quality with Street View vehicles By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Aug 2015 09:29:04 -0400 Now we'll be able to see air pollution information along with city maps. Full Article Technology
ee See how the world’s cities will look with rising oceans By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Nov 2015 13:30:04 -0500 3D maps created by Climate Central show how sea level rise could change some familiar cityscapes. Full Article Science
ee Freedom UV Water Purifier from SteriPen is Lightweight, Rechargeable and Simple to Use By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:54:16 -0400 Making sure the water you're about to drink is free from pathogens is a snap with this portable UV Purifier. Full Article Technology
ee Beetle-Inspired Design Uses Old Plastic Bottles to Pull Water from the Air By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Jul 2012 05:00:00 -0400 A concept water bottle pulls water from the air like the Namib Desert Beetle. Full Article Design
ee Thermal power plants use 4x more water than all US residents, solar PV doesn't need a drop By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2014 15:38:03 -0500 As you can see in the satellite photos above, California is experiencing a massive drought over most of the state. The most visible aspect from space is the snow cover (or lack thereof) over the Sierra Nevada mountain range Full Article Energy
ee 9 energy boosting drinks that aren't coffee By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Oct 2015 08:00:00 -0400 You may love the energy kick from coffee, but too much can be a bad thing. Try some of these greener, cleaner-burning 'fuels' that will wake you up, nourish your body, and keep you going longer. Full Article Living
ee Plastic debris found in tap water, beer, and sea salt By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Apr 2018 07:01:00 -0400 You may think you're ingesting a safe, clean product, but you're really putting synthetic microfibers into your body. Full Article Science
ee 19 fruits and vegetables to help keep you hydrated By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Jun 2019 11:32:20 -0400 These water-packed foods can lend a helpful assist for meeting your daily hydration needs. Full Article Living