nc Lexus to go hi-viz, encrusting car with 41,999 programmable LEDs By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Dec 2016 09:42:21 -0500 It makes perfect sense to make cars easier to see, night and day Full Article Transportation
nc A Healthy California School Lunch: Fruit, Veggies, And A Bit Of Lead By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Sep 2007 13:02:38 -0400 Vinyl man (pictured) may be disappointed. "The hundreds of thousands of lunch boxes given away by California state health officials over the last several years were designed to promote healthful habits, bearing slogans such as "Eat Fruits & Vegetables Full Article Business
nc Handmade Toys And Clothing: Threatened With Extinction Under US Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 11 Jan 2009 17:30:37 -0500 The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), as passed by the US Congress in August, 2008, inadvertently threatens to take many handmade toys and children's clothing items off the market. According to the Full Article Business
nc Endangered Gibbon Enclave Discovered in Vietnam By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:51:04 -0400 In addition to being one of the planet's most endangered primates, northern white-cheeked crested gibbons are among the most romantic -- and it's their love of the serenade which clued researchers to a significant discovery. Over Full Article Science
nc 500 incredibly rare monkeys found deep in Vietnam forest By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Mar 2016 06:00:00 -0500 Prior to the discovery, fewer than 1,000 grey-shanked doucs were known to exist, making them one of the 25 most endangered primates on the planet. Full Article Science
nc Do Lectures 2011 - The Importance of Independence By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Oct 2011 05:00:14 -0400 Over the past few weeks we've been sharing the amazing ideas and themes that emerged from the Do Lectures 2011. This year's inspiring talks are now being launched online in Full Article Living
nc Keep on Trucking: How the Food Truck Concept is Spreading To Other Uses By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Jul 2012 09:43:00 -0400 It's hard to tell if this is a good thing or not, but mixing new tech with old trucks is changing business. Full Article Design
nc My journey as a woman in science and conservation By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Feb 2018 10:00:00 -0500 In honor of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, one scientist gives her tips on forging your own path. Full Article Business
nc Migrant Kids Face Increased Health Risks from Lead in NYC By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 31 Dec 2007 04:30:51 -0500 The Statue of Liberty may be a welcome sight to see for many entering the U.S. from around the world, but according to a recent NYC Health Department study, immigrant children are five times as likely as those born in the U.S. to suffer from lead Full Article Business
nc Don't Oversimplify Glacier Retreating (and Advancing) Reports By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:35:00 -0500 With all the recent brouhaha over inaccurate and since retracted statements in the 2007 IPCC climate change report about the speed with which Himalayan glaciers are melting, a recent series of posts over at China Dialogue is Full Article Business
nc Illegal Logging by Pakistan's Timber Mafia Increased Flooding Devastation By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:11:00 -0400 Forget for the moment about to what degree climate change has influenced the flooding in Pakistan. A new article in China Dialogue brings to light a new angle on one very aggravating factor on the overwhelming devastation: Illegal logging by the 'timber Full Article Business
nc Indian Vultures Show Some Signs Of Recovery Since Veterinary Painkiller Ban By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 12 May 2011 10:50:00 -0400 Some good news on the critically endangered Indian vulture: New research published in PLoS One documents how the rate of the bird's decline has fallen since India, Nepal, and Pakistan banned the veterinary painkiller Full Article Science
nc NASA's Advanced Space Tech Gets Turned Into Self-Aware Eco Building By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:35:26 -0400 NASA is using decades of space exploration technology to build a new eco-aware base here in California. Full Article Design
nc First ever 'magma-enhanced' geothermal system created in Iceland, breaks record for geothermal heat By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Jan 2014 15:04:26 -0500 Geothermal energy constantly gets overshadowed by other sources of clean energy, like wind and solar, because it's still more expensive. But with every passing year, it gets closer to its time in the spotlight. Full Article Energy
nc Coal mining town Springhill, Nova Scotia may once again take energy out of the ground. By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Aug 2015 15:54:35 -0400 Is it a geothermal system or a ground source heat pump? Yes. Full Article Technology
nc The Week in Animal News: Miracle Pando Poo Tea, Another Rhino Species Officially Extinct, and More By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Nov 2011 07:13:45 -0500 Can panda poo prevent cancer? We also have sad rhino news, fish lawnmowers, and more. Full Article Science
nc Concept of “Ma” is at the heart of Japanese minimalism By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Nov 2017 07:00:00 -0400 The embrace of negative space is celebrated in everything from home décor and flower arranging to poetry and all aspects of Japanese daily life. Full Article Living
nc Tea Fertilized with Panda Poop Will Cost $36,000 Per Pound and (Maybe) Prevent Cancer By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Nov 2011 18:48:10 -0500 A new tea set to become the world's most expensive is being fertilized with panda feces, and is touted as having cancer-preventing properties. Full Article Living
nc Compost tea calculator includes recipes and guides for brewing your own fertilizers By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2015 13:21:31 -0400 Straight outta Humboldt, this app is a great intro to the "art and craft" of brewing your own compost tea for boosting microbial activity in the soil and improving yields. Full Article Living
nc TreeHugger is off to the Passive House Northwest Conference in Seattle By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2015 15:07:41 -0400 These are interesting times for the Passive House movement in America, and this should be a very interesting conference. Full Article Design
nc New Life Science Building at University of Washington is described as "hyper-sustainable" By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Dec 2018 10:25:04 -0500 Or is it a missed opportunity? Full Article Design
nc 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
nc Couple's minimalist cargo van conversion is an incognito home on wheels By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Feb 2017 07:00:00 -0500 A roaming freelance photographer and writer go on the road in this self-built live-work space on wheels. Full Article Design
nc EPA surprise: Agency seeks to cancel approval of toxic pesticide By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Mar 2016 13:22:31 -0500 And the company that makes the chemical, Bayer CropScience, refuses to agree. Full Article Science
nc Car makers are fighting back against proposed fuel efficiency standards By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 25 May 2016 11:12:13 -0400 People want big SUVs and pickups, not little fuelsippers. What's a car maker to do? Full Article Transportation
nc Freeform multifunctional alcoves playfully animate this 365 sq. ft. apartment By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Jul 2016 07:00:00 -0400 Inspired by the human-based Modulor system of proportion, this small Madrid apartment is defined by a series of wooden alcoves that hold different daily functions. Full Article Design
nc UN's new recipe contest encourages people to cook more sustainably By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Nov 2016 10:17:00 -0500 Each month presents a new culinary challenge. Submit an entry and you could win a trip to Spain. Full Article Living
nc Multifunctional NOOK is modern single bed that adapts to your needs (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Jan 2017 14:18:57 -0500 Optional add-ons like desks, drawers, cabinets, trundle beds and even bike racks make this single bed a place to work, play, rest and relax. Full Article Design
nc Start a Sea Change This Weekend with the Ocean Conservancy By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Sep 2008 15:08:00 -0400 No plans this weekend? Why not Start a Sea Change? Planet Green’s non-profit partner, the Ocean Conservancy, hosts their 23rd annual International Coastal Cleanup Full Article Living
nc Leonardo DiCaprio's Big Green Heart, Beyonce's Fashion Excess, and more By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 15 May 2009 09:25:00 -0400 Ok, so this isn't a true green item. But, kudo's to my favorite eco-celeb, Leonardo DiCaprio for his consistent give-back spirit. Leo and Kate Winslet returned to their Titanic roots to help out the ship's one remaining Full Article Living
nc Patagonia launches new Workwear line made with innovative hemp fabric By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Aug 2017 18:14:26 -0400 Finally, there is now an ethical and practical alternative work wear option to Carhartt and Dickies. Full Article Living
nc Grand 280 sq. ft. Oregon tiny home is influenced by Japanese design By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2015 09:00:00 -0400 Inspired by the small, simple and efficient spaces of Japan, is this lovely tiny home that comes with a lot of luxurious features. Full Article Design
nc Couple's mortgage-free lifestyle includes a van conversion & garage as home (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Nov 2017 08:00:00 -0500 This couple have found a balance between financial security and freedom, by renting out their house, living out of their renovated garage, and traveling in their van conversion. Full Article Design
nc Refillable beer bottling system launched in Oregon By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Sep 2018 14:04:15 -0400 It is by far the most energy efficient way of packaging beer. It tastes better and there is no BPA. Full Article Living
nc Handmade Online Marketplace Etsy Raises $20 Million Financing By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:17:31 -0400 Handmade is becoming big business -- reeeally big. Etsy -- the online marketplace for handmade items -- announced earlier this week that it has raised $20 million in venture capital financing and has now tripled its valuation at $300 million (not Full Article Business
nc 8 Enchanting Sea Creatures You Can Crochet By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 28 May 2012 05:00:00 -0400 Save the sea creatures! Handcraft your own natural specimens using these these simple patterns, yarn and a crochet hook. Full Article Living
nc Ragg & Bone: Fanciful bohemian wear, upcycled with love By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Feb 2015 07:00:00 -0500 Remixed from thrift store finds, these lovely but functional garments pieces are fanciful and feminine. Full Article Living
nc Small & modern 430 sq. ft. starter home is built with Passive House principles in mind (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Sep 2016 07:00:00 -0400 This super-insulated home is built to be earthquake-resistant too. Full Article Design
nc It is time to hunker in the bunker? Or to think about resilience and sustainability? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jan 2017 09:02:38 -0500 The rich are different from you and me, they can just buy New Zealand. Full Article Design
nc These 4D printed aquatic plants create an immersive organic experience (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Sep 2018 13:52:16 -0400 This industrial designer's 3D/4D printed, life-like forms ask the question of whether we can design and engineer "intelligent" plants that can adapt to environmental changes. Full Article Living
nc No, distracted walking is not causing the dramatic increase in pedestrian deaths By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Apr 2017 11:53:40 -0400 This is an urban design issue, a car design issue, and a demographics issue. Distracted walking is a rounding error. Full Article Design
nc A new food memoir explores the great cuisines of France, Italy, and China By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Dec 2017 10:22:00 -0500 While traveling, journalist Jan Wong opted for host families, not cooking school, when it came to learning about local food. Full Article Living
nc Minimalist aVOID tiny house is an ever-transforming living experience (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jan 2018 14:37:55 -0500 It's a multifunctional space that hides everything behind its pared-down walls. Full Article Design
nc Don't eat on the street in Florence or you might get fined €500 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Sep 2018 10:17:00 -0400 A controversial new ordinance tries to deal with another consequence of mass tourism. Full Article Living
nc Slow fashion advocate Zady launches “Essentials” collection By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Sep 2015 14:37:42 -0400 Zady is working to build a better clothing company from the ground up. Full Article Living
nc Will Alberta's tar sands create a Canadian "cancer alley"? Study finds high levels of carcinogens in air. By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2013 10:10:55 -0400 A new study has found that the air pollution from Alberta's massive tar sands operations is putting the health of downwind residents at risk by releasing unsafe levels of carcinogenic and toxic chemicals into the air. Full Article Energy
nc Flip Side of Local - New Hampshire Sees Opportunity In Food Self-Sufficiency By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Jun 2010 08:07:29 -0400 University of New Hampshire researchers have analyzed the economic impact of their State's locally-produced food system. The good news: farm market sales - known as 'direct marketing' of food - Full Article Business
nc When Governments and Activists Say "Resilience", They Do Not Mean the Same Thing By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:50:50 -0500 Transition Towns founder Rob Hopkins sets out what Resilience 2.0 might look like. Full Article Design
nc This concentrated solar power plant is totally tubular & easily transported By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Oct 2017 19:44:12 -0400 The HELIOtube is a radical departure from conventional CSP technology, as it is based around tubes of inflatable plastic film. Full Article Technology
nc High-performance #TinyLab house is the "Tesla of tiny houses" (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Oct 2017 08:00:00 -0400 This home for a family of three and two cats has been built with efficiency, comfort and health in mind. Full Article Design