Comments to the post What is the Best Way To Build A Wall? Not A Simple Answer wondered why we wanted to reinvent the wall. The consensus was "Having XPS on the exterior is, I think, the easiest and best solution." I will be

And Steven M. Johnson has the answer to the problem.

What appeals to me most about Article 22's Peace Bomb Bracelet is the collection's history and story: Each piece has been made by Lao artisans from

When I asked whether vegans can eat carrots grown with manure, some commenters found the question despicable. But my intention was not to question anyone's commitment, nor to lessen the

When a New Zealand supermarket chain ditched plastic packaging, produce sales skyrocketed.

One couple's infamous battle over the right to grow vegetables has resulted in a new bill.

Inspired by her own spine-shattering accident, this sculpture shows the struggle and transformation of these remarkable insects.

Everyone says we should do something, but nobody ever wants to pay the price.

And the 15 cleanest, according to the annual ranking from Environmental Working Group.

And the top 15 that are least toxic.

Did you know that cheetahs sound a lot like your housecat?

George Monbiot on how electric vehicles are not the answer.

Our photo of the day is in praise of the pollinators!

From the impressive Vienna Vegetable Orchestra to hand-carved pipes and whistles in Japan, these creative people know how to find music anywhere, even in the crisper.

No we're not kidding. The San Diego Union Tribune reported this morning that as Anheuser-Busch, owner of SeaWorld, is about to be gobbled up by Belgian brewer InBev, they are looking to rid themselves of their theme parks and

Perhaps it is time to stuff this duck analogy.

By reclaiming precious metals from its 'urban mine' of obsolete electronics, Japan may be able to produce the medals for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics from recycled materials.

The New York Times devotes an entire issue of the magazine to food, and of course, Michael Pollan has a place on the menu. He takes our our beloved KFC double down sandwich, Froot Loops being a smart choice, and

Walmart has been in the sustainability spotlight over the last few years, both for implementing its own efficiency measures and for raising the bar for industry at large. Some view these initiatives with skepticism because the

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

The BMW i8 is now in production, and final i8 details have just been unveiled.

Combining computer-aided parametric design and the design principles of tensegrity (tensional integrity), this experimental pavilion tests the boundaries of building a stronger structure with less material.

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!

This new map uses satellite technology to display the world's vegetation, and can be used for everything from weather predictions to deciding best land use practices.

The movement of air around the planet is fascinating, and has never been more clear thanks to this map. The modeling system used to make it can simulate worldwide weather at remarkable detail.

These water-packed foods can lend a helpful assist for meeting your daily hydration needs.

The Swedish activist is 'delighted' that the new-to-science species will bear her name.

The director of the Stockholm Resilience Centre says it's a huge problem that meat is so "culturally embedded in Western societies."

Flame retardants build up in the DNA of Great Lakes fish. Not cool.

Well, at least the most iconic animal in the United States won't catch on fire too easily...

It solves the young activist's dilemma of wanting to attend two U.N. climate change summits without relying on fossil fuels.

Don't let a passing crisis, serious though it is, distract you from the real fight.

This fascinating installation where algae, bioluminescent bacteria, humans and smartphones interact may chart where a new generation of urban "cyber-gardeners" may go.

Once you start buying fennel, you won't be able to stop.

A new study from the University of Illinois shows how chemical exposure early in life can alter stem cells and cause disease.

Fruits and vegetables last all winter with jams, fruit butter, marmalades, and pickled vegetables from new cookbook Home Canning by Janet Cooper.

It's the practical sequel to 'The Reducetarian Solution,' striving to get more people eating fewer animal products.

The International Joint Commission has developed a strategy for how U.S. and Canadian governments can address this toxic problem.

Scientists looking at water consumption in different countries came to a not so shocking conclusion.

A blog confuses corrugated metal with containers on a project that could have been interesting for its own sake.

US Department of Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne has reported on a compromise between three Southern US Governors who had been struggling over diminished access to shared surface waters. The language used to report this progress indicates a small

From cherries and cauliflower to grapes and pumpkins, wonderful things happen when you cook these foods whole.

You'll get a perfectly crispy, golden exterior.

Here's a simple trick for elevating already delicious roasted vegetables.

Need some last-minute inspiration? We've gather together our favorite vegetarian and vegan recipes from which to choose.

Provincial regulation would make stores' waste-reduction efforts easier to manage.

The Story of Stuff's latest film underscores the importance of putting deposits on all cans and bottles.

Who needs flying cars when you can have flying trains?

It's not only Tyson that's looking to hedge its bets with vegetarian meat and dairy analogs.

The U.S.’s top nutritional panel has recommended that Americans eat less meat, both for their health and to help protect the planet.