Believe it or not, these folded works of wonder are created from a single sheet of paper -- no cuts, no glue.

Swedes enjoy an interesting "close-to-nature" lifestyle -- this informal study shows how it might help visitors from other countries.

Kids are born explorers, but they can use a bit of parental guidance when it comes to getting outside.

A bill requiring all foods containing genetically engineered ingredients is just one step away from becoming law in Vermont.

I have been reading two books at once, which is something one shouldn't do, as thoughts about each blend together. One is a dreadful screed by Andrew Keen called "The Cult of the Amateur," decrying the fact that bloggers are "amateurs without formal

This quiet retreat has an interesting interior of overlapping layers that welcomes the outdoors in.

These delicately formed hand-crank and motor-activated art installations blossom and grow perpetually.

This compact, wood-clad cabin is made as a comfortable eco-hotel suite in natural settings.

Brooklyn-based Nina Valenti's NatureVsFuture collection is a sophisticated fusion of eco-chic and street style. Nina incorporates sustainable and biodegradable fabrics--organic cotton, organic wool, hemp,

“Wild Concrete” reveals the unintentional greenery of urban environments through photography.

It reveals what we already know but needs repeating – that more time in nature equals greater happiness in kids.

The man who brought us the Rap Guide to Evolution is back to entertain, educate, and inspire us with a thought-provoking album that captures the spirit of conservation.

These paper plate eyes bring a chuckle when added to trees and rocks.

Designer Michelle Sheppard creates sustainable garments with a connection to cultural traditions.

Simple, no frills cabin living at its best, right by the ocean.

This new award-winning documentary reveals the stark contrasts between America's obsession with standardized tests, at the cost of everything else, and Scandinavia's embrace of all things nature-based. It's clear which is the more successful approach.

Greenpeace urges outdoor lovers to reject the chemicals used in popular weather-resistant fabrics.

The husband and wife have spent 25 years buying up wasteland farmers no longer wanted; now elephants, tigers and leopards roam free there.

Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee at The Guardian writes about the deeper human issue at risk in our ongoing environmental crises - a disconnection from the ecosystem.

The Nature Conservancy is teaching New Yorkers about the protective natural ecosystems in the city

Watching the world around us and the changes big and small that occur all the time, sometimes you just have to do something to reflect what you are experiencing. It is this need to create that brings

The River Thames has inspired artists throughout the ages; here's a modern take on it.

The UK organization wants schools to incorporate that time into their daily curriculum.

For many

Like the word 'sustainability', 'environmentalism' has become a hollow word, a word divorced from meaning, a word lacking in soul, separated from its essence.

You just can't fool Mother Nature.

Quebec architects propose a 48-storey tower in a forest, "a new relationship between humans and their natural habitat."

Today is Earth Overshoot Day, but it's not exactly something we should be celebrating. It's actually a wakeup call for humanity.

The howl of magnificent Zephyr at NY's Wolf Conservation Center gets Mother Nature's attention.

Our photo of the day reveals the wonderful frippery of waterfowl.

Outdoor access may be limited these days, but there are still some things you can do.

A pull between city life and the slower pace of nature inspired author and illustrator Julia Rothmans to create “Nature Anatomy.”

A study has found that the more exposure a person has to the natural world, the more inclined they are to make eco-friendly choices.

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

These unique, handcrafted rugs are made to emulate the look and feel of moss, grass, snow and sand, for enjoyment at home.

'This situation of captivity is degrading for the animals,' says the Argentine capital's mayor.

Government officials have no idea how to clean up these spills from a process that oil companies claim is more "environmentally friendly."

An amazing wooden bicycle, hand-made in Spain by two brothers for professional cyclists. The wooden frame is lightweight, resistant and beautiful!

A little salamander that is found in only a

These photo-luminescent artworks hide fascinating stories about the places and cities they are located in.

Atmospheric glazes of color and hand-shaped clay leaves and tree trunks adorn these beautiful ceramic pieces.

No matter how hard we may try to tame her, Mother Nature always comes back to claim her turf.

Part treasure hunt, part real-life Pokémon Go, the hidden giants (which are made entirely of scrap wood) can be found by treasure map or riddle poems.

When I entered the Gallery Art & Design in Poblenou, Barcelona, it was the odd smell I noticed first. Very faint, but it reminded me of something far away. Large pieces of art are scattered around the big white gallery

One-third of emissions reductions needed for 2 degree target could be achieved with better land management.

Are we really going to let this happen on our watch?

Does your family PLT? Project Learning Tree (PLT) is an award-winning environmental education program for children and teens in all grades.

A new study finds that degraded agricultural lands could be low-hanging fruit for expanding the world’s conservation areas.

Getting outside will clear your head and, at least for artist Sara Breakfield, inspires and incredible wealth of creativity and artistic spirit thanks to items found along trails.

Once a niche profession or eccentric hobby, beekeeping is trending amongst DIYers and trendy urbanites.