When federal agents seized rare ebony and rosewood from famed guitar maker Gibson Guitars, it sparked a firestorm over illegal logging.

Pluto and its mysterious neighbors hold perhaps some of the most exciting astronomical discoveries to come.

In conjunction with Greenbuild 2012, prefab firm Blu Homes announces the acquisition of Modern Cabana, a family-run company specializing in stylish accessory dw

As construction begins on a 32-story prefab tower here in the U.S., Broad Sustainable Building Corp. is preparing for a similar project in China that will resul

Garrison Architects creates a series of green modular structures to grace NYC's Sandy-ravaged beaches by Memorial Day.

The oldest city in the Netherlands attracts first-time homeowners with flat-pack prefab abodes free of hidden costs or complications.

In a marriage of modular building and adaptive reuse, one Spanish developer has taken to the rooftops.

Head into the holiday season with a series of daily questions that help all of us think about what we're thankful for.

This surprising discovery won't be enough to stop climate change, but it will help, researchers say.

The narrowest building in Poland is the work of Israeli writer Edgar Keret.

Potters Fields in England is a perfect example of how to use design elements to make the landscape shine in the colder months.

AT&T customers recycled 50,942 devices in a single week, setting a new Guinness World Record.

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.

Taking a whole-house approach to saving energy ensures that dollars you invest to save energy are spent wisely. Here are some money saving tips.

Eco-Sense, described as North America's first code-approved, seismically engineered load-bearing insulated cob residence, is one of the first projects to gain s

There are several different ways to start a campfire, depending on wind and what resources you have on hand.

Shawn James retired in his mid-40s and is living off the land, including building his own log cabin in the wilderness of Ontario.

Now 50% complete, the Great American Rail-Trail spans an epic 4,000 epic miles.

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

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

On the 30th anniversary of "Beetlejuice," the female characters in the classic film seem fresher than ever.

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.

The ultimate guide to natural cleaning for every room in your home.

Wipe lightbulbs? Wash doormats? My spring cleaning routine strays far from The Good Housekeeping Institute's unachievable checklist.

When her concern about colony collapse disorder reached a peak, this writer put her deep, personal fear of bees aside. Sort of.

It could be that you need some bees, or that the weather hasn't been ideal, or your soil isn't right.

Take a tour of Box Office, the first commercial office building in the U.S. built from retired shipping containers.

We can't just build better; we have to change the way we live.

Eastern equine encephalitis is a dangerous and deadly mosquito-borne illness. Here's what you need to know about it and how to protect yourself.

Launching of the Dragon capsule will mark a significant step forward in the partnership between NASA and the private sector.

The iconic hotel is located in Swedish Lapland and was the first of its kind.

California approved new rules that require new homes and low-rise apartment buildings to use solar panels starting in 2020.

The breakthrough works like a rechargeable battery that is charged by sunlight.

In a bizarre twist, actor claims Costner duped him into selling shares in company that separates oil from water.

Actor says Stephen Baldwin's claims that he was duped out of shares in his oil separation company are untrue.

More than 12 miles of Louisiana coast have been closed to fishing following the discovery of tar balls and other toxins.

The Eagle Ridge Institute is searching for a green building specialist as part of the AmeriCorps VISTA YouthBuild USA program.

Mother's Day gift guide. 14 eco-friendly gifts that will please mom -- and Mother Nature.

Mother's Day Gift Guide 2010. While Mother Nature is the main event this week, don't forget that there's another Mother-celebrating day just around the corner..

Mother's Day poems come in all shapes and sizes. Many address the poet’s memories of their mother. Others describe the poet’s gratitude for their mother. So

Mother's Day songs. In the history of rock, pop and ballads, there are simply way too many songs about mothers that, frankly, Mom would not be happy about.

While Mother Nature is the main event this week, don't forget that there's another Mother-celebrating day just around the corner...

11 planet-friendly presents that are guaranteed to delight eco-conscious moms.

While Mother Nature is undisputedly the center of attention this coming weekend, don't forget that there's another Mother-celebrating Sunday on the horizon ...

Knowing how to measure metabolic equivalents is an easy way to sneak in exercise and make sure all your movements count.

Thomas Panek just became the first blind runner to complete the NYC Half Marathon with guide dogs.

Chilean soccer fans are urged do the unthinkable and kindly step away from their grills due to worsening air quality levels in Santiago.

The WELL standard picks up where LEED and other standards fear to tread.

Ancient 5-foot 7 penguin weighed at least 220 pounds and speared fish with its sizable beak.