Ed. note: This is now the seventh 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

CFL bulbs, or compact fluorescent light bulbs: energy savings Commonly referred to as CFLs, compact fluorescent lamps or compact fluorescent light bulbs, the energy-saving bulbs have escaped the stereotype of buzzing, flickery, washed-out lights to

The local food movement, eating local, being on the "100 mile diet" or being a locavore are all synonymous with local food, whose consumption has risen to prominence as an

The researchers have found a simple way to create an energy source for fuel cells using CO2 in the air.

Without a more comprehensive vision of economic health and better ways to measure it, we are flying blind on a path to economic decline and collapse.

Agriculture has become the single largest driver of climate change. It's time to start farming for the whole planet.

The country's onward march of low carbon energy shows no signs of stopping.

First we have to declare 'peak livestock', then eat less beef and more beans.

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

California has been going through a drought for about 3 years now, with 2013 being the driest year on record.

We are going backward, not forward.

A 1.5-degrees-Celsius warmer world would bring bigger gusts of wind more regularly.

It's time for some fareness.

Laura Laker of the Guardian describes growing complaints in Germany and the UK.

A ban will take place in the new year, followed by crackdowns on straws and grocery bags.

Is it possible to keep Kosher and still keep a vegan diet?

A sweeping new survey reveals that Americans on average have a surprising amount of leisure time.

Doing street improvements for pedestrians and cyclists increases sales by 30 percent. So why aren't cities doing it?

A study shows that many want to make better decisions, but don't know how.

Abimis offers refrigerated drawers and heated tops. Does anyone need this?

The Severn Barrage could create 50,000 jobs and provide 5% of the UK's electricity needs. Critics say we can do better than that.

Planner Paul Knight shows how to do the math and figure out where to go for maximum candy

Beer cans are lined with the stuff, but hey, thats the price you pay for convenience.

What's in that "polymer lining" in every can? A gender-bending hormone that may be really bad for you.

Nobody should be drinking canned beer. Period. But it is particularly bad for young women.

How green does your garden really grow? Top 10 tips for making sure your garden is chemical free and growing strong.

As it turns out, personal energy choices can be contagious.

French scientist has invented a light powered by algae that absorbs CO2 from the air--1 ton per year! The microalgae streetlamp has the potential to provide significantly cleaner air in urban areas and revolutionize the cityscape.

Designed to capture and maximize the flows of sunlight, water and air, this prefabricated home feels modern, light and spacious.

It's about so much more than getting daily exercise.

Young people's interest in 'healthy, clean living' has them cooking, crafting, and counting their pennies in ways that baffle their Boomer parents.

Deep from the innards of the TreeHugger test kitchen (ok, there's no TH test kitchen, just the hordes of us hungry bloggers trying to keep both budget and taste buds happy) emerges a new, quick, and decidedly healthy everyday

From the news that scientists have created a bacteria that lights up around landmines to the development of a rot-proof apple--that stays fresh for 4 months--a lot happened this week in green. A new study called The Economics of Ecosystems and

Since the Rena, a Liberian ship, ran aground on a reef off the coast of New Zealand 10 days ago, an environmental catastrophe has been brewing. Oil is spilling into the ocean, harming wildlife and reaching shore.

Dr. David Katz argues that poor nutrition is a greater threat than the coronavirus, but we think both are concerning.

School administrators have asked the USDA for greater flexibility in providing emergency meals.

Cornell study finds that when people have easy access to food shops, they discard less at home.

"The physician can bury his mistakes, but the architect can only advise his client to plant vines."

Jacob's unpublished writings, essays and speeches from half a century ago seem just as vital and current as the day they were written.

All because people are too lazy to find a sink.

We were at the Cottage Life Show in Toronto this weekend, but soon there might be a whole spinoff, "Compost Toilet Life Show" , there were so many new products in the alternative toilet world. One that surprised us was the Finnish Biolan- we are used to

An airbag on the hood of the car to protect pedestrians? We also have a video of Paris flooded by rising seas, a sliding library creates an extra room, and more.

Meanwhile, cars and trucks keep getting bigger and higher. It's time to do something.

But what is the best criterion?

Showing other cities around the world how it's done.

Great gift ideas from DesignMarketo, a platform diffusing up-and-coming designers’ small and limited productions. Our favourite: "Save Fish, Eat Chips" t-shirts!

While advances in energy technology and smart home apps and devices have given us additional tools for living more sustainably, low-tech and simple solutions can make a difference too.

It's not likely to happen up north, especially while gas is so cheap.

Experts blame urban sprawl for the increased number of attacks.

TreeHugger visits one of Denmark's oldest Eco villages, which includes 74 sustainably-designed highly unique houses and apartment buildings that range from hobbit-style straw to high design.