arm Feds Grant Ocean Power Technologies Permit to Build First Commercial Wave Farm in U.S. By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Aug 2012 16:06:30 -0400 Wave power is a promising source of clean energy, but it is usually overlooked because wind and solar power are farther along. Full Article Energy
arm Hacked office furniture system lets workers sleep, farm and socialize By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jul 2017 15:20:54 -0400 This office system has been adapted to be flexible, fun and comfortable. Full Article Design
arm Key West to ban sunscreen with coral-harming chemicals By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Feb 2019 11:09:49 -0500 The Florida legislation will go into effect in 2021 in an effort to protect the world’s third-largest barrier reef ecosystem. Full Article Science
arm Ajiro Bamboo Velobike: A "Grown Vehicle" That's Farmed, Not Factory-Made By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 10:02:23 -0400 Bamboo may seem like a questionable material for making bikes, but we've seen our share of great bamboo bikes -- and hey, there's even DIY bamboo bike-building classes out there. Taking advantage Full Article Transportation
arm More farmers are ditching GMO crops By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Dec 2013 13:38:31 -0500 Even farmers who don't use organic practices are leaving genetically engineered crops behind. Full Article Science
arm Modern Farmer explains why there are no GMO oats By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Jan 2014 13:08:11 -0500 Here's why it doesn't really matter that Cheerios are GMO-free. Full Article Science
arm Bears Rescued from Illegal Bile Farm in Vietnam By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:08:11 -0500 Just days ago, 19 Asiatic black bears were rescued from an illegal bile farming operation in Vietnam. For six to seven years, the animals were kept Full Article Science
arm "Warm houses for all" is a great campaign slogan By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2019 12:08:40 -0500 Selling energy efficiency is hard, but the UK Labour Party got it right. Full Article Design
arm Hungary Destroys All GM Maize Fields - Farmers Claim Ignorance Over Banned Seeds By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:00:00 -0400 Hungary already has a ban on genetically modified crops, so this is a bit more complicated than it may seem at first. As PlanetSave reports Hungary has destroyed approximately 1000 acres of maize fields found to Full Article Science
arm You can prevent forest fires with the Birdhouse Alarm By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Apr 2016 16:07:38 -0400 It has a solar powered smoke alarm, GPS and is standing on guard, ready to phone it in. Full Article Technology
arm Mr. Larkin Charms at Green Fashion Week in New York (Slideshow) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:10:46 -0400 Timely but not fleeting, flouncy but not frilly, unique but not unwearable, clever but never over the top -- Mr. Larkin's Spring 2010 collection was everything green fashion should be. A relative newcomer on the eco-scene, the Full Article Living
arm California governor signs bill legalizing hemp farming in the state By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2013 16:08:40 -0400 After making its way through the Californian legislature with bi-partisan support (!), the California Industrial Hemp Farming Act (aka SB 566) was signed by governor Jerry Brown and became state law. Full Article Science
arm Remixd: Charming upcycled clothing from thrift store finds By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 21 Dec 2014 07:00:00 -0500 Creating romantic, shabby chic dresses to elegant, layered European-inspired pieces, designer Jacquie Tsang transforms boring thrift store clothing into something unique and stylish. Full Article Living
arm Saidonia Eco: Eclectic charm, created using recycled fabrics By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Dec 2014 07:00:00 -0500 Influenced by "Scandinavian mysticism and North American charm," these repurposed thrift store finds not only look stylish and comfortable, they also help divert discarded clothing from our landfills. Full Article Living
arm 9 small things you can do to transform the garment industry By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Nov 2014 07:00:00 -0500 Whether it's deciding where to buy clothes or taking good care of garments at home, there are many things that consumers can do to make a difference in the fashion world. Full Article Living
arm No sweat in this shop: Garment factory is renovated to Passivhaus standard By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Sep 2018 12:08:45 -0400 Jordan Parnass Digital Architecture has designed a revolutionary building for an industry that needs a revolution. Full Article Design
arm Warming Temperatures Stunt Autumn Leaf Colors By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Oct 2007 13:32:26 -0400 Tourists and residents in New England used to receive a spectacular display of color on the second October of every year. However, in recent years, the show has been a bit duller and a bit later than usual. The culprit? What else - area temperatures Full Article Business
arm The TH Interview: Gary Hirshberg, CE-Yo of Stonyfield Farm (Part One) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Mar 2008 11:11:09 -0500 Before Stonyfield Farm was a $325 million company, Gary Hirshberg was milking the cows and trying to get the bills paid. Now, as the largest organic yogurt-maker, he is fulfilling the original mission: make money and save the world. From milk cows to Full Article TreeHugger Radio
arm The TH Interview: Gary Hirshberg, CE-Yo of Stonyfield Farm (Part Two) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Mar 2008 09:11:49 -0400 Listen to the podcast of this interview via iTunes, or just click here Full Article TreeHugger Radio
arm Energy News Recap: Hurricanes Versus Wind Farms; Nuclear Power & Childhood Leukemia; More By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:25:00 -0500 Beyond the headline, a really great overview of how globalization may well be entirely reshaped by energy constraints, for the betterment of local economies in places where manufacturing has been outsourced for years. Full Article Energy
arm Rap News video presents our energy crises, global warming denial, Elon Musk on Mars, and our #1 energy solution By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 13:55:00 -0400 This rapper nails it, imho. Full Article Energy
arm Can Rooftop Farms Green the Skylines of China's Megacities? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Jan 2013 22:02:07 -0500 Take a tour of two pioneering rooftop farms that could be the first signs of a growing and much needed movement in a rapidly urbanizing China. Full Article Design
arm Why 'Kill it with Fire' Should Not be Your Reaction to a Honeybee Swarm By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 17 May 2012 05:05:00 -0400 It's not a bee attack -- it's just a bee swarm. Here are tips on how to deal with one. Full Article Living
arm How Yoga Can Harmonize the Body & Planet By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 14 Jan 2012 09:00:00 -0500 While the NYT article offers an exaggerated cautionary tale, its alarm-ism can lead many to throw the beautiful practice of yoga asanas (postures) out with the bathwater. Full Article Living
arm World's first floating dairy farm comes to Rotterdam By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Aug 2018 09:21:00 -0400 Let's hope cows don't get seasick. Full Article Science
arm A Christian Perspective on Organic Dairy Farming and Positive Child Labor (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Oct 2011 09:45:32 -0400 From retiring dairy cows to asking whether Full Article Living
arm Dozens of Exotic Animals Escape From Ohio Wildlife Farm By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2011 23:58:50 -0400 Authorities in Ohio are warning residents to remain inside their houses after dozens of exotic animals had apparently broken free of an area wildlife farm and taken to the streets and highways. Police haven't said exactly Full Article Science
arm Ontario's GreenBelt could be turned into "largest condo farm this province has ever seen" By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 01 May 2018 13:35:39 -0400 Doug Ford, now leading in the polls, wants to open up more of it for development. Full Article Business
arm Scientists call for ban on pesticides that harm children's brains By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 07:00:00 -0500 New study says there's no safe level of exposure to organophosphates, a main ingredient in pesticides. Full Article Living
arm EU, Brazil and China have banned way more harmful pesticides than the USA By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2019 20:10:00 -0400 For example, 72 pesticides approved for use in the United States are banned or in the process of being phased out in the EU. Full Article Business
arm Will cleaner fuel for ships wreck the economy and worsen global warming? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Oct 2018 08:30:32 -0400 That's what a lot of people are saying as new pollution rules for 2020 get closer. Full Article Business
arm Fish Farm Taps Biodiesel From Fish Guts By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Jul 2007 06:30:14 -0400 A commercial fish farm in El Borboton, Honduras is using fish guts--heads, skins, and internal organs--to produce biodiesel. Instead of dumping what's left after filleting for commercial sale, Saint Peter's cooks the parts down to produce 300,000 Full Article Energy
arm A palm oil farmer speaks about the industry in Honduras By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Apr 2014 08:00:00 -0400 Ramón Cruz has been growing oil palms for 37 years. He is a supporter of Rainforest Alliance's sustainable certification process. Full Article Business
arm How did ancient farmers take over Europe? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0500 Hunter-gatherers used to populate Europe before ancient farmers took over. Scientists are trying to figure out what happened. Full Article Science
arm Jellyfish swarm clogs nuclear reactor By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Oct 2013 15:33:28 -0400 Tons of jellyfish clog a water intake pipe at the Oskarshamn power plant in Sweden, forcing operators to shut down the reactor. Full Article Science
arm 'Artifishal' doc film explores the murky world of salmon farms and hatcheries By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Apr 2019 13:03:00 -0400 It takes the controversial stance that more fish doesn't necessarily mean better fish. Full Article Science
arm Farmed salmon isn't naturally pink or red By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 27 May 2019 10:06:00 -0400 If it weren't for an added colorant, it would be grey or white like most of the other fish on display at the store. Full Article Living
arm Monbiot: We’re on the verge of carmageddon By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Sep 2016 16:17:07 -0400 Actually, we have been down this road before... Full Article Transportation
arm Your new indoor garden could be a tree -- a Living Farming Tree, that is By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Oct 2017 16:48:21 -0400 This aeroponic indoor gardening system from the Italian startup Hexagro is modular, scalable, and automated. Full Article Living
arm Swedish Tourism Cold Comfort For Warming Globe By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Nov 2007 11:10:05 -0500 The Swedish travel industry is woefully under-prepared for a changing climate, says researcher Stephen Gössling. Tourism to and from Sweden contributes 10 percent of the country's total measured CO2 emissions, Full Article Science
arm World's first floating wind farm now operating in Scotland By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Oct 2017 06:51:39 -0400 This technology might open up many new areas to offshore wind. Full Article Energy
arm 7 tactics for staying warm in a cool house By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Jan 2019 08:55:00 -0500 Do the green thing and resist reaching for the thermostat. Full Article Living
arm 8 ethical weatherproof boots to keep your feet warm and dry By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Sep 2016 14:45:00 -0400 Get set for cool, wet weather with this high-quality footwear. Full Article Living
arm Get warm and cozy with 10 ethical fall fashion picks By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Sep 2016 11:27:00 -0400 From sweaters to wraps to plush leggings, these casual and comfortable pieces will keep you toasty all autumn long. Full Article Living
arm Charming tiny house to benefit kids' hospitals is up for auction (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Jul 2018 15:17:12 -0400 Designed and built by architecture students, the proceeds of this lovely little home will go to help children's hospitals. Full Article Design
arm Are these the tiniest microfarms of all? NYC artist grows food inside furniture By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 17 Mar 2012 08:00:00 -0400 From chard on a chair to tat soi in a suitcase, artist Jenna Spevack is cultivating a tasty variety of organic microgreens in her furniture farms -- and visitors to her upcoming gallery show will be able to reap the harvest. Full Article Living
arm Bangladesh's Leather Pollutes Environment, Harms Workers & Government Looks Away (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Oct 2012 15:45:00 -0400 A new Human Rights Watch report shows the horrific conditions, both environmental and social, that 90% of Bangladesh's leather is produced in—and exported from, to the US, China, Italy and elsewhere. Full Article Business
arm Couple creates wildlife sanctuary in India by letting barren farmland return to nature By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Mar 2016 07:00:00 -0500 The husband and wife have spent 25 years buying up wasteland farmers no longer wanted; now elephants, tigers and leopards roam free there. Full Article Science
arm Tigers, leopards and wild dogs found living in surprising harmony in Indian reserves By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Feb 2017 14:15:35 -0500 A new study finds 3 carnivores that usually avoid each other at all costs have found smart ways to peacefully co-exist. #goals Full Article Science
arm The couple who coaxed 300 acres of barren farmland back into lush forest By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Apr 2017 08:24:11 -0400 After 25 years of buying land in India that farmers no longer wanted, the husband and wife now play host to elephants, monkeys and more; see a new video about their work here. Full Article Science