One Passive House architect gives his clients what they want.

Our food chain can so easily be disrupted, as this example of eggs contaminated with a pesticide not approved to be anywhere near a chicken proves

There's more than one way to go up in a small space, and this is one smart alternative.

It was shot from "sea to summit" in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, one of the most dynamic landscapes on Earth.

These coolest of sea creatures know what they're doing.

A new study used DNA testing to reveal shark meat being sold under generic fish names.

Image credit: HowStuffWorks Environmentalism and Alternative Medicine - Oil and Water? George Monbiot is undoubtedly no stranger to controversy - my post about his climate change book, Heat, drew 81 comments, while his well publicized opposition to

A new, 50MW floating offshore wind farm just got approved. Why does this matter?

This is not a new debate, and raises all kinds of questions.

Do not mail them to the President.

Turn down the thermostat, crack a window, and ditch the blankets for some science-backed health benefits.

When even so-called experts don't know the difference, you must admit we have a problem here.

Eighty percent of garment workers are young women between 18 and 24. They are overworked, underpaid, and abused. That's where the real female empowerment needs to start.

Save time and effort spent shopping with this online database of companies committed to social and environmental causes.

Learn which brands should be avoided and which are making a sincere effort to provide ocean-safe options, then vote with your wallet.

San Francisco readers can now find local and green clothes at Amour Vert’s new shop in Hayes Valley.

San Francisco is admirably progressive when it comes to reducing food waste and keeping food local and seasonal.

The source of 70 percent of New Delhi's water, the Yamuna River is filthy with sewage and garbage, but people are now being drawn to its banks by a new art exhibit that seeks to raise awareness about the river's plight.

Pop-up gardens, urban farms, guerrilla bike lanes, examples of crowdsourced city planning, and other urban interventions will be the focus of the official U.S. Pavilion at the world's most prestigious architecture event.

The Royal College of Art graduate students show their (environmental) stuff at the year-end show.

It seemed a bit smaller and emptier this year, much like the green movement in general.

Green and sustainable used to be buzzwords here. They don't appear to even exist anymore.

I'm tired of every green initiative being hijacked by the negativism in this country. It's time to stand up and turn off.

Our photo of the day comes from the magical rainforest of Ecuador.

Trade the morning shower for one before bed for better sleep and more.

The American Academy of Pediatrics says there's an ideal time.

Our friends over at the design blog Dezeen have launched a pop-up shop in the smartest part of town. Calling it Temporium, because it is only up for 10 days, it features the best of new British design.

These transforming shoes can go from flat to a stylish stiletto within seconds.

These two values can feel deeply at odds with each other, which can make shopping decisions very challenging.

This is fashion with compassion -- beautiful footwear that causes no harm to animals and minimal damage to the planet.

Put your money directly into the hands that made the gift you're buying.

The point of having a booth at Greenbuild is to attract attention, and like with everything else, design matters. I immediately fell in love with the Kohler booth; In some ways it is so 2005 green, with its recycled materials

It is a fascinating product, glazing that darkens at the flip of a switch, eliminating the

We all know that America and the world are getting fatter, but I didn't know that they are even now making special toilets to deal with the problem. In fact it is, um, an expanding market; The Zurn Bariatric wall hung flush

Waste water and waste heat recovery together at last, perhaps the most interesting new thing at Greenbuild.

There were inspiring people and some neat new things at Greenbuild, and my biggest ever Best of Show.

Got ladybugs? Encourage native ladybugs in your garden instead of buying wild-harvested ladybugs to manage pests.

If You're in San Diego this Weekend... You love bikes? You really love bikes and you're near San Diego? Well then, you've got to check out the 2009 San Diego Custom Bicycle Show! It takes place this weekend on April 3rd, 4th and 5th. Of course, best not

A Colorado family that had long ago given up on finding their cat got some incredible news this week, when Willow was found in New York City -- five years later and 1,800 miles from home.

As an alternative to expensive antibiotics, people have taken to taking amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin, penicillin and other drugs meant for fish. Here’s why it’s a bad idea.

Getting enough nutrients from food reduces risk of death, not the same could be said for nutrients in pill form. And in fact, some supplements were linked to increased risk of death.

Inspired by a centuries-old text on traditional Chinese medicine, a young researcher has found that seeds from the gingko tree could prove helpful for acne, psoriasis, dermatitis and eczema.

A pinch of ingenuity can transform sad-looking ingredients into something desirable.

Packed with smart advice, this downloadable PDF is full of delicious recipes that can save you money and hassle.

It's the fastest (and most fun) way to fill your house with a variety of delicious baked goods.

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

When you try and go too fast it says, "I'm sorry, Dave. I'm afraid I can't do that."

People are being killed every day and the problem is the design of our streets as much as the cars and drivers.

On National Walking Day, a look at how putting cars first kills people who walk and drive.

We are wasting too much time, energy and money on autonomous vehicles. We know what to do and it's not AVs.