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Brand new shoes are washing up on beaches around the Atlantic

Scientists and concerned beachcombers are looking for answers.




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Plastic cutlery makes top 10 list of trash items found on beaches

This dismal finding shows that our eating culture needs a serious overhaul.




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New study shows how the coronavirus moves around an office

We are definitely not going back to the way we were.




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This luxurious tiny house is powered by coffee grounds (Video)

Compact but comfortable, this small home features clever small space design ideas and uses coffee grounds as fuel.




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Reusable coffee cup trial launches at Gatwick airport

Travellers can take a reusable cup and drop it off at a 'cup check-in point' before boarding a flight.




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Can a Starbucks become "a beloved community hub"?

Years ago, we used to fight to keep out these corporate invaders. Now we fight to save them?




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Starbucks announces yet another sustainability initiative

They do this every few years. Will this one be any more successful?




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Don't toss apple cores and banana peels on the ground

You may have learned that natural foods decompose in nature; Glacier National Park reminds us why it's a bad idea.




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Why such hype over Pizza Hut's new round compostable box?

Until it can be composted in my own backyard, I'm not getting excited.




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Young Republican voters won't support climate denial, poll finds

A new poll conducted for the League of Conservation Voters found strong views among young voters, including young Republicans, regarding climate change denial.




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Good news! Wind and solar power double under Obama

During the first four years of President Obama's administration, US electricity from wind and solar more than doubled, according to two new reports released today.




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Salomon unveils running shoes that get turned into ski boots

The Concept Shoe is a high-performance running shoe that gets fully recycled into alpine ski boot shells.




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Reebok reveals world's first plant-based performance running shoe

The Forever Floatride GROW is made with castor beans, algae, eucalyptus, and natural rubber.




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KEEN has launched its 'most durable, consciously-constructed' boot yet

The leather boots come in several styles for both men and women.




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Hunter's 'vegan edit' includes nearly 300 certified vegan products

Along with the iconic Hunter rainboot, the company has a huge collection of items that have no animal materials or animal by-products during the manufacturing process.




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From frivolous to finely-tuned: How my clothes habit has evolved

I am pickier, stingier... and much happier.




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Pop-up playground for adults built in Montreal square

Shipping containers are the base for an instant "lush urban oasis."




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Wood architecture meets nature in new community in Copenhagen

Henning Larsen's design for Fælledby is "a model for sustainable living."




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How we get around determines what we build, and also determines much of our carbon footprint

Transportation has a much bigger impact on urban design than we think.




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City, suburb or country? Where's the best place to ride out this crisis?

Apparently, policy is more important than place.




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It's time to take back the streets for people who walk, run, or bike

We really have to change the way we use our cities.




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I finally found a perfect shampoo alternative

After years of no-shampoo approaches, I found a way to clean my hair that actually works for me.




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Say no to DIY sunscreen

This is one of those rare times when we tell you store-bought is better than homemade!




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The great sunscreen fallacy: Lack of sun exposure might be killing us

Experts suggest that the health benefits of sunlight may outweigh the risks.




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Deli counter deception: 'No nitrates added' claim is incorrect

Consumer Reports explains why the curing source for processed meats doesn't matter. It's all bad for you.




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Delta's uniform debacle proves how toxic clothes can be

The clothing production process is full of toxic chemicals that can harm human health.




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Cross-country ski industry wants to eliminate toxic wax

The same chemicals that help skiers to glide cause harm to human health and the natural environment.




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The future of almonds is uncertain

Their fate is tied to that of bees, which aren't doing too great either.




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Bring on the bugs! Young Britons are ready for ethical, sustainable protein

A new survey finds that young people expect bugs to be a normal part of our diets within a decade.




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UN evaluates principles to ensure safe and healthy workplaces

It is estimated that one worker dies every 15 seconds from toxic exposures at work




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Is it a new era, where architects should be held to account for the environmental impact of their work?

Sustainability matters, but so does hypocrisy.




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Balance Bar Launches World's First Rainforest Alliance Certified Energy Bar

Get your dark chocolate fix with less guilt. Balance Bar introduces a new energy bar featuring sustainably farmed cocoa beans.




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Show moms around the world some love by choosing Fairtrade for Mother's Day

As you spoil mom on Mother's Day, amplify your appreciation by opting for Fairtrade products that will turn the day into something even more meaningful.




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Seattle Chocolates: Decadent flavors from ethically-sourced ingredients, now feeding the hungry

This woman-owned business is making some of the best chocolates on the planet, using Rainforest Alliance certified cocoa to craft a line of luxurious truffles and bars.




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World Cup teams won't be using these soccer balls found washed up on beaches

The World Cup is starting: here's a football they won't be wanting.




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Stunning aerial shot wins Landscape Photographer of the Year Award

There are no trees in the winning shots, but it's still a stirring series of photos.




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Psychedelic twisting tunnel is a new summer pavilion

This year's specially designed and built pavilion looks like a colourful worm on the ground.




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Significant levels of formaldehyde found in British houses

But hey, what’s wrong with formaldehyde? It’s in our breath, our apples and our trees.




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GoSun introduces flatware that's really flat

Who says you can't take it with you?




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Why in the world would anyone want a computer-driven wooden nail gun?

Beck nails it again with the Automated Nailing Head.




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What lies beneath: The Spinnanker foundation works like a tree

Who needs concrete when this foundation design will take the load?




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Banana-destroying fungus has arrived in South America

Colombia has declared a state of emergency following discovery of Panama disease Tropical Race 4.




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Unacceptable Chemical Levels Detected in Tests of Leather Gloves

If you think leather is "natural", think again. 15 of 17 gloves tested socred unsatisfactory or inadequate in tests for harmful chemicals.




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I AM. Yoga Mat Bag Weaves Function, Style and Social Change

I love any yoga accessory that positively integrates the law of karma.




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Zeal Releases Stylish Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil

Zeal Optics Releases Stylish, Sustainable Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil




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This lunch bag is disguised as a fabulous purse

No one will ever know that you're packing a healthy, homemade lunch.




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Junk food causes irreversible damage to young men's fertility

New research shows that a Western-style diet can permanently kill off sperm-producing cells by age 18.




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The Weekend Recap: Friday-Sunday, July 29, 30 & 31, 2011

With ~30+ new posts on TreeHugger.com each weekday, we understand if you miss a post here and there. To keep you up-to-date, here's what we covered over the weekend, July 29, 30, and 31, 2011.Animals Jaymi told us that




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Bull Breaks Out of NYC Slaughterhouse, Runs for Freedom (Video)

On Wednesday, a bull scheduled for slaughter in a halal butcher's shop in Queens, New York decided that it wasn't on board with its fate. So it broke out and didn't look back, sprinting down Liberty Avenue (how appropriate!),




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The Trash Tycoon Facebook Game Launches Today!

Today, September 6th, Trash Tycoon officially launches! It's been a long, hard, fun road getting to this point, and we owe a special thanks to all the beta testers who have been playing and submitting bugs and comments on the forums.