There has been endless discussion of the the outcome of the COP15 conference. Here is another positive note (book) from the group This Place09. It is an art and Twitter project that sought to convey personal thoughts about

Ever since we took the kids to Florida, my wife has been saving photo memories in scrapbooks. Our two daughters like making the books, too, and I have to admit, looking at one of these handmade creations beats Flickr any

This adorably confused hen thinks she hatched a litter of kittens on a farm -- and proves hens and cats can co-exist.

Step 1: The idea of a car that runs on compost. Step 2: Implementation of a car that runs on compost. We're half done.

The winner will have the opportunity to speak at TEDxManhattan 2014.

Because the world needs yet more redundant, hard-to-recycle, battery-powered plastic toys whose novelty will wear off quickly.

We previously reported that phthalates were linked to miscarriages. Now we know they are linked to flooring.

Think living green is all about sacrifice? Think again!

A cheese lover dips his toe into the world of vegan cheese. (Not literally.)

Mark your calendars: Toyota is promising (well, hinting very strongly), their 2015 model year collection will include a full-production hydrogen fuel cell vehicle.

"Achtung Baby" is an American mom's analysis of how German culture fosters resilience in children.

Each year thousands of PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) yoga mats are sold

Bamboo may seem like a questionable material for making bikes, but we've seen our share of great bamboo bikes -- and hey, there's even DIY bamboo bike-building classes out there. Taking advantage

We go through this ridiculous change for no good reason at all, yet it is unhealthy and dangerous.

Sure, there are higher-tech ways of operating, but I'm just not interested.

Retro Report revisits the Flavr Savr, the first genetically engineered food to hit American grocery stores.

Your guide to the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015, and what it means for GMO labeling in the U.S.

Here are 4 common problems with tomatoes during the summer – and tips for how to fix them.

Car makers do well in the public's perception of green companies. Illustration by wallygrom (busy at work) via flickr and Creative Commons. Interbrand has come out with their list of the world's 'best' or top 50 green brands. And as they say in their

The plastics industry is going state by state to get LEED banned from government projects. What's their problem?

And Steven M. Johnson has the answer to the problem.

It looks more like a temple than a bar.

Take a look at this built prototype of a flood-resistant house, designed to float with the rising waters.

Yesterday I introduced the Do Lectures 2011 with a flash of party glitter from Steve Edge and the statement, Things are not just the way they are. This first emerging

Re-introducing vocational training in high schools could benefit students in countless ways, from preparing them for skilled, lucrative careers to giving them practical skills that make them feel useful.

The Google-funded research shows that there's 3 million megawatts of geothermal power, across the entire US, waiting to be tapped via enhanced geothermal techniques.

These pods of evil have taken over North America, bringing tons of waste with them.

Craving the perfect cup of tea on a chilly morning? Here are some companies with ethical business practices worth supporting.

When I asked how vegetarians can avoid animal-based fertilizers, I noted that some people suggested exploring biodynamics instead of organics. In fact, nothing

A government report has found that selenium contamination is connected to fish deformities, including two-headed trout.

From ancient urine helping to track climate change to space-age toilets that monitor our health, pee may be coming to our rescue.

She wouldn't sell to the developer around her, and now it is a prime example of "demolition by neglect."

Find out why one family found living on a renovated bus to be an appealing tiny-house-on-wheels alternative.

They actually have a Deputy Minister for Cycling in Hungary's Ministry of Economics and Transport. They are also promoting cycling with this sexy video that Grist calls safe for work if you use headphones. A commenter on osocio translates it:First of

The scariest thing about these chemicals is that they are almost certainly in your bloodstream and we don't know how bad that might be.

Optional add-ons like desks, drawers, cabinets, trundle beds and even bike racks make this single bed a place to work, play, rest and relax.

This Bilbao tower is like nothing the Passivhaus world has seen.

A couple of years ago, I made the New Year's resolution that my new clothing purchases would be limited to green garments. With the quality and selection of ">green fashion that's become available recently, it's been a promise

Hemp, which is considered to be a wonder-crop by many, is now legal in Colorado. Voters not only gave the thumb up to marijuana in November, but also to its THC-light cousin.

Built on a gooseneck trailer, this modern tiny house is designed to accommodate up to three sleeping areas.

Feel good about what's on your feet with these forward-thinking companies. They break with the status quo when it comes to business models and production methods.

This ingenious design uses biodegradable waste products to build the greenest shoe you've ever owned.

But cyclists all run stop signs and red lights! Don't they?

They are healthier, they last longer, and they look better, too.

After visiting friends in Bologna, I came away with a sense that the Italians have embraced many things that we North Americans would do well to adopt.

The climate movement must be about more than Keystone XL, write four climate activists.

Most of the english speaking world has the day off today, in what started as a tradition of helping and sharing, and ended up at the mall.

New research rewrites our understanding of why no new coal deposits develop -- but offers hope for post-coal energy solutions.

It seems to be following the same path as Peak Oil, and happy days are here again.

It actually won't take that much to reduce oil demand enough to cause serious trouble.