"How are we going to protect it if we don't understand what's at stake?"

‘You can't argue for the protection of an area without knowing what is there.’

On June 17, 2013, NASA's Terra Satellite captured a rare photograph of a clear view of Alaska. While the photo itself is beautiful, the reason for the nearly cloud-free sky has concerning implications for climate change.

This month, BookHugger presents The Death and Life of Monterey Bay by Stephen R. Palumbi and Carolyn Sotka. Readers can order a discounted copy today to get ready for the live chat with the authors on June 13 at 3pm

A modern life without plastic may seem an impossibility, but this Canadian duo shows it's achievable.

That's what Kris de Decker did with Low-Tech magazine and it makes a lot of sense.

You'll be shocked to learn what goes on behind the scenes at grocery stores – and relieved to know there's a much better alternative.

The stubborn hero refused to leave his goats ... miraculously, they all survived the firestorm.

More than just a reflection of emotional states, a new study finds that dogs’ facial movement are potentially active attempts to communicate.

A feline clinic in Dublin has published a full-time job listing for cat cuddlers.

Despite being a professional writer, it would be an invitation for unnecessary clutter and cost.

Every person interested in environmental issues is well aware of the dangers of species extinction and the importance of conservation

A venue which showcases and sells 100% locally produced design and artisan items while educating about sustainability and fair trade in San Jose, Costa Rica.

A new report ranks countries by their green investments, and also compares performance to our perceptions.

This is a silly post, about a silly bit of news, but is a reminder that we really should think about what we eat.

Eco-friendly sandals are nice, but they won't save the planet.

Other websites shriek "the end of capitalism" but really, it is hardly that.

Boom-and-bust cycles are no coincidence.

He makes the case that it is better to have magnificent public parks than big private backyards.

Now if only he can keep his job in the fall election.

Activists risk arrest in an effort to prevent slow oil drilling exploration in the Arctic.

This week, delegates are meeting to determine the fate of a proposal to protect part of the Arctic. This pianist's moving performance urges people to show their support.

The Gwich'in people have been fighting this battle for decades, and now they need broader public support. Learn how you can help.

Scientists discovered that plants in the Arctic are growing twice the height.

How do you make good design accessible to people with small spaces and small budgets?

I love it when a retail giant highlights eco-friendly products, so when I picked up Pottery Barn's Christmas 2008 catalogue, I was excited to see

This little boy looks like he might be blogging over spilled milk, in fact he's concerned about the future of his environment. The Global Warming Rug by Mexican design cooperative NEL, featuring Emiliano Godoy, has created quite a

Photo by squarehippies If you've ever tried to figure out how to support important projects like green schools while combating climate change AND meet a movie star all while shopping online, wonder no more. eBay and Global Green USA is holding an

This week The Man with A Spear in His Chest, founder of Interface Ray Anderson, held a press conference to mark a milestone in his company's journey up "Mount Sustainability". They are making excellent progress towards their target of zero

Martín Azúa's latest rug design is made from esparto soles from the traditional spanish espadrilles. It will be used in Camper's shoe stores.

David Masters lives in a yurt. But it isn't just a home, he preaches what he practices in an "alternative learning center that provides opportunities for people to develop and reflect on their values and to consider how they might take an active role

And it's not just lefty TreeHuggers who are outraged; Everybody is in on this war of words

When the oft-predicted water wars start, we're going to want this technology on our side. Let's hope it survives the budget wars.

Current water treatment can't remove these wastes that are increasingly implicated in serious environmental effects

Weeki Wachee Springs – the first magnitude spring that is home to mermaids, manatees and magic – is being threatened with pollution and development.

Last week news broke that microplastics are found in 93% of bottled water and the highest levels ever were found in an English river. Can we ever clean this up?

This ubiquitous liquid, water, continues to amaze us with its just plain weirdness

The idyllic waterway meandering through the Flemish countryside has been called the most polluted stream in Europe.

The only things that ever seems to affect SUV and pickup sales are the economy and the price of gas.

Two misfortunate advertising campaigns from Argentina use polar bears and tackiness to promote air conditioning.

Michael Warren and Natacha Pisarenko from The Associated Press have a blockbuster piece of reporting on the dozens of ways Monsanto's chemical fertilizers and pesticides are poisoning the people of Argentina.

"'If you give people more places to hide, more naughty things will be done"

You've probably heard of the Banff Hot Springs, but what about Miette and Radium? These are worth a visit!

Built as a high-end addition for an extra office or guest room, this prefabricated structure can be erected within six to eight weeks.

Heavy Eco sells bags, t-shirts and accessories, all made with recycled or organic materials and designed and produced by inmates in Estonian prisons.

Cotton is ubiquitous in modern life but the long trail between the fields in which the crop grows and the store at which a finished item is purchased is seldom considered.

In the "sleepy neighborhood" of Baldwin Hills in Los Angeles, a modern Proto Home sits among a mix of single-family dwellings from over the last few

The Indignados (or "Outraged") have been camping in over 60 Spanish cities for almost 10 days now. What started on the 15th of May (hence the tag #15-M) via social networks has become some of the biggest and most peaceful

Solar Sister showcased just some of the efforts taking place around the world. Here, the Women Barefoot Solar Engineers of Mauritania install solar panels in their villages. They received training in Rajasthan, India. Image: Barefoot Photographers of

I wrote last year about the Boulder-based Unreasonable Institute's search for people who have great ideas, who think big, who want to change the world, and who seem like they can. Last year's fellowship was a great