The newest version of this solar charger & battery is lighter and offers a more powerful solar panel, and includes dual USB ports and a USB-C port.

A study suggests we should turn up the heat; it's not so simple.

In the northeastern reaches of Turkey, outside the city of Kars, I came across one of the most bucolic scenes I'd ever laid eyes on in the

There is a whole new line of furniture that you can build, just like the toy.

Researchers look into whether the 'lunar effect' is based on superstition or empirical data.

Over the past three months, over a million people from all around the globe have contacted LEGO to ask them to drop their oil partnership.

The nations once renowned for their way of eating now have the highest childhood obesity rates in Europe.

Scientists are concerned about how airports are conducive to the spread of disease.

The dumpster full of glowing garbage out front of Switzerland's Gewerbemuseum sets the stage for what's inside -- an art exhibition of works both poignant and comical, all made from discarded plastic bags.

Hosted by Jocelyn K. Glei, these wonderful interviews boost productivity, creativity, and resilience in surprising ways.

The buildup is over; Greenbuild has opened in Toronto. I will be heading out to tweet and report from the Convention Centre for the next three days, and round up my buildup posts herein.

The rating system is attacked in 2012 for its 2002 standard and the timing couldn't be worse.

A Colorado family that had long ago given up on finding their cat got some incredible news this week, when Willow was found in New York City -- five years later and 1,800 miles from home.

Researchers have found that an Alzheimer's drug triggers dentine regrowth, eliminating need for fillings.

In a disturbing new trend, researchers find that heart attacks are on the rise for young women.

Sensors on cell phones is a concept that has gone mainstream enough that this Kickstarter project has blown its funding goals out of the water. The device turns your cell phone into a "Swiss Army Knife of environmental sensors."

Ideal Bite: Are you getting very, very sleepy? by Heather Stephenson "You will be if you follow this tip. Conventional anti-insomnia pills work, but if you don't wanna lose sleep over side effects and potentially addictive ingredients, induce

There's a really fascinating feature over at Greater Good on the powerful transformative effects that positive emotions have on our wellbeing, our lives, our bodies, those around us. I won't relay all that Barbara

Some timely examples of the intersection of Islam and environmental stewardship, both coming via the good folks over at Green Prophet: 1) Any new mosque built in Qatar must be eco-friendly, and 2) a new green guide to

Like the word 'sustainability', 'environmentalism' has become a hollow word, a word divorced from meaning, a word lacking in soul, separated from its essence.

Big business may be coming to the climate party late. But it is making its presence known.

It's basic math. Sure, e-scooter injuries are way up. But let's keep it in perspective and look at what the real problem is.

Oprah treated her audience to an in-depth look at sustainable, cruelty-free eating with a show that included appearances from Michael Pollan and Alicia Silverstone. While Pollan talked about how eating local, organic food can cost

Today's technology makes dishwashers much more water and energy efficient than hand washing dishes. Here are some tips for taking that efficiency to the next level.

Efficiency standards are now toast because of worries of "over-reach and intrusiveness".

Our focus should be on making things last and serve their purpose, not throwing them away.

Image via: LA Citystreets Clark U, Rice University, U Minnesota are all launching bike-sharing programs, along with the City of Minneapolis. Towson University has launched several green transportation programs - sadly no bike sharing, yet. Many of the

Baltimore residents, get ready to get in on the smart grid party. Baltimore Gas & Electric has just announced that it has filed paper with the Maryland Public Service

Wikipedia carries a definition of Arabbers which includes this:An arabber (or a-rab) is a

By now you've probably heard that adopting a vegetarian diet, or at least cutting way down on you meat consumption, is a great way to reduce your ecological footprint and get some great health benefits at the same time. Now

What am I, the phone book blogger? It seems that way. After a ban on Yellow Pages in Seattle and a related industry lawsuit, the latest news on ditching phonebooks comes from Maryland. This time, it's the other way

What started in Maryland is spreading. A running club with zombies that chase you. It's about survival of the fittest.

Researchers found that a 10 percent increase in trees roughly matched a 12 percent decrease in crime in Baltimore.

These lovingly photographed, colourful rowhouses are what's left after all the neigbouring ones have been demolished.

Thanks to an exception for "electric or non-fossil-fuel-burning vehicles". Maybe all other states could do that so that other EV makers don't have to face what Tesla is facing?

They are certainly more reflective, but that's not the only thing that matters.

A new study shows that a quick look at a green roof perks you right up.

From the green roof down to the electric boat, there are so many interesting aspects of sustainable design.

An ecological economist says humans have been thinking about themselves all wrong.

Turns out, environmental issues are not about awareness. People get it.

Some time ago I posted on the efforts of Joe Jenkins and GiveLove.org to promote humanure composting toilets in Haiti. But this was nothing new. In fact, one of the non-profit partners behind that

U.S. hospitals waste thousands of tons of medical supplies every day. DOC2DOCK collects and redistributes these supplies to match the specific needs of hospitals in the developing world.

The update to the "Red List" illustrates the worldwide crises facing many species around the globe in the face of habitat loss and degradation.

How can a city destroy an edible garden on private property without legal permission? We also have the viral party-gone-wrong prank on Shell, the 12 most toxic fruits and vegetables, and more.

It also can put people back to work and save our forests.

Everybody knows that change is happening, but thanks to the fossil fuel economy, we are all having such a good time.

A prototype SUV from BMW reportedly gets 62 MPGe, far more than a Toyota Prius. It also comes with some sweet features

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

Ed. note: This is now the fifth post in the Green Basics series of posts that TreeHugger is writing to provide basic information about important ideas, materials and technologies for new greenies (or those who just need a quick refresher). Read on and

Ed. note: We're now up to the sixth post in the Green Basics series of posts that TreeHugger is writing to provide basic information about important ideas, materials and technologies for new greenies (or those who just need a quick refresher). Read on