A new study claims it isn't as bad as estimated, at least during one part of the process. But how much methane does leak during fracking?

It really is important to learn to love your stuff. But that love comes so much easier when there is less stuff to love.

Build a greenhouse. If you think a greenhouse is out of reach, think again: you can construct a simple structure, at an affordable price, in a weekend’s time.

Passive solar is pretty simple. The solar part is obvious: It refers to the sun. The passive part means it works without any mechanical devices, added energy in

Michael Pollan explains in a nutshell how the system went from working well to its current state.

Video: Join Danielle V as she plans an eco-friendly and socially conscious Super Bowl party.

You may feel overwhelmed with planning lots of food and buying decorations. We have simple tips to help minimize your waste at the end of the big game.

Who knew a sandwich bag and some water could make a biconvex lens and start a fire?

The odds of a shark attack are already infinitesimal, but with a few simple precautions, it is possible to discourage them even further.

Birds may go quiet, bats may fly around and pets may become uneasy, but it's difficult to predict exactly how non-human animals will react.

Check out the amazing transformation one man goes through after hiking from Georgia to Maine.

The story of how a day spent on a frozen Maine lake skating turned into a mildly viral video.

The Finns love to forage, treating the outdoors in Finland like a wild supermarket. Here's how to start this habit where you live.

The success of two elementary school volunteer projects earned a shelter a donation from the Petco Foundation.

The 'Icelandic Model' may be the country's best export.

A study found that microplastics can be kept inside water-dwelling creatures, like mosquitoes, as they age.

There's microplastic all around us, and we're consuming it at astounding rates, according to several studies.

When Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson appeared on The Daily Show, host Jon Stewart couldn’t resist asking.

Lisa P. Jackson, administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, discusses climate change with Jon Stewart.

Environmental Protection Agency releases air toxicity results from 65 schools in 22 states.

A new system created by a French energy firm heats about 6 million square feet of office space, creating no emissions in the process.

Alternative energy sources that are cost-competitive with fossil fuels may be closer to fruition than previously thought. Recent studies from global leaders in

If you're thinking about replacing utilities with solar panels, you'll need to research and take some considerations into account first.

Particle accelerators do more than collide subatomic particles and atoms together — they provide clues about the universe.

The Hobbitenango is a sustainable restaurant and hotel that gives back to the village.

Pixar has sprinkled references to all its movies throughout its films.

"Isle of Dogs,"Wes Anderson's new stop-motion animated film about teens coming to the rescue unintentionally parallels real-life movements in the U.S.

Wind energy may be cost efficient, but it's costing us over half a million birds each year.

Massive wind farm is Britain's latest entry in move away from fossil fuels toward alternative, renewable clean energy sources.

Wind entrepreneur Dale Vince used to live on a bus. Now he's one of Britain's richest men, and he has big plans to transform his country.

The way snow dances around wind turbines is shedding light on the mysteries of how air turbulence behaves.

A Pink Floyd soundtrack is not included with Studio Roosegaarde's newest environmental-themed light installation.

Portugal predicts that renewables will satisfy its mainland electricity needs by 2040.

Here's how to make a small space look and feel bigger without adding an inch.

You might be surprised at the one thing that can make the task much more bearable.

Skip the harsh chemicals and try these nontoxic ways to clean your carpets.

The key to sparkling, streak-free window panes isn't chemicals, clean windows naturally with these tips.

Outdoor summer fun (or work) can lead to the most frustratingly stubborn clothing stains.

A shift in how you think about housekeeping could result in a tidier and more relaxed life.

Probably more often than you think — which is way too often, in this writer's opinion.

Keep the pets but ditch the mess with this handy guide.

From sticky to stainy, here's what you need to clean festive messes.

Drain flies, also known as sink moths or sewer flies, can be a huge nuisance. Here's how to get rid of drain flies naturally and without chemicals.

Don't let those infuriating fitted sheets and cumbersome sleeping bags get to you! Here's how to fold them and more!

We test out an easy method of removing burnt-on gunk from stovetop grates using ammonia.

From how to wash pillows to when to buy new ones to the benefits of zipped pillow covers, keeping your pillows clean is good for your health.

Part of living with pets is dealing with the smells they emit. Here's how to do it.

Moving allows the opportunity to purge stuff and declutter spaces. Here are five tips to purge, pack and move while reducing the stress of it all.

Don't just move dust around with a feather duster, but actually whisk it away with these 7 tips.

Non-chemical ways to make your sink and tub smell fresh.