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Tiny house from New Zealand is actually almost tiny

After years of tiny house bloat, it is nice to see a minimalist design that gets back to the essentials.




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Israeli Artist Makes Christmas Tree From 5,480 Recycled Plastic Bottles

Devastating forest fires in the area haven't kept Haifa, Israel, from being able to put up a massive Christmas tree in the center of town. It helps, of course, that the tree is made entirely of recycled plastic bottles -- 5,480 of them.




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Awesome Christmas tree from an old ladder

We've done them all - the organic Xmas tree, the re-plant live Xmas tree, the bike-delivered Xmas tree. This one feels the greenest of them all.




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Obama Presidential Center faces legal challenge from park preservationists

The TreeHugger view is that hey, we like trees, and parks are precious, especially when they are designed by the likes of Frederick Law Olmsted.




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This gorgeous folding clutch is made from cork

It's just one of several beautiful and practical designs from Sumsaara.




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From frivolous to finely-tuned: How my clothes habit has evolved

I am pickier, stingier... and much happier.




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New prAna sweaters are made from recycled wool

This reduces demand on animals, diverts waste, and minimizes environmental impact.




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RetroFirst: A new campaign from British architectural magazine to promote retrofit and renovation

The upfront carbon emissions from replacing existing buildings now are as big as operating emissions. We have to stop this now.




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Seattle Chocolates: Decadent flavors from ethically-sourced ingredients, now feeding the hungry

This woman-owned business is making some of the best chocolates on the planet, using Rainforest Alliance certified cocoa to craft a line of luxurious truffles and bars.




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We got lots of great ideas from the space program; insulation isn't one of them

"Radiative barriers" may work well in space, but not so well down here.




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Halio electrochromic window goes from dark to clear in three minutes

This could be "a thermostat for the sun."




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Reduce embodied carbon with hemp insulation batts from NatureFibres

They should rename the town of Asbestos after this stuff.




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Build your own face mask and shield from a soda bottle

Industrial designer Mark Sanders shows us all how.




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This is the Settra Series, made from old plastic bottles

It's a duffel bag with various inserts that will keep you organized whenever you leave the house.




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Zeal Releases Stylish Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil

Zeal Optics Releases Stylish, Sustainable Sunglasses Made from Castor Oil




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Will a lionfish-patterned rash guard protect you from sharks?

This company seems to think there's a chance you'll be safer in the water if you look a teensy bit like a lionfish. We remain, um, skeptical.




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'Time flies as nature cries' and other lessons from Chainsaw Sculptures

A curious fund raiser unleashes chainsaws in the name of conservation.




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Intricate geek chic jewelry is made from recycled electronic circuit boards

The complex little patterns of old circuit boards are highlighted in this lovely handmade collection of jewelry for men and women.




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These backpacks are made from upcycled car seat belts & airbags

Airpaq's one-of-a-kind rucksacks are putting used car safety components back to work to help protect and haul your gear.




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These eclectic jewelry pieces are cut from vintage ceramic plates

Bold and refined, these wearable works of art also allude to the object's unspoken history.




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"Vertical Farming" from Option-G (TreeHugger Art)

Click here to see the full-size images in the slideshow This is the latest piece in the TreeHugger/Option-G print series; check out the full picture below and the full collection at Option-G where they're available for




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CES 2012: 2nd Solutions Spares Corporate Cell Phones from Certain Death

Salvaging old IT from corporations can mean big business, and a way to keep cell phones out of landfills.




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CES 2012: OLED TVs, Transparent TVs and Home Energy Management from Samsung

Samsung is proud to show off a wide range of new toys at this year's CES, including internet-connected washers and driers, TVs you can see through, and more.




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The Parking Assistant from Bosch does a much better job than Woody Allen

And Toronto Mayor Rob Ford will love the Traffic Jam Assistant that will let you drive and read at the same time.




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Ten Ways to Avoid Carbon from Barbecues This 4th of July

Stand out of the line of fire of smoky fumes. Sure, that's the first defense. But what about the dangers of grilled dogs, ribs, and salmon? I've long heard




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Former Residents of Huronia, Rideau, and Southwestern Regional Centres Could Receive Compensation from Class Action Settlements - Settlement Overview Video

Settlement Overview Video. If you lived at Huronia, Rideau, or Southwestern Regional Centres, you may be eligible to make a claim.






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EU Must Focus on Getting Better Results From its Spending, say EU Auditors - European Court of Auditors

European Court of Auditors









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Earth Day inspiration: Words on nature from our greatest thinkers

In celebration of Earth Day, April 22, here are some of our favorite quotes about the distinctly profound nature of Mother Nature herself.




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Photo: Junco sings from a perfect perch

Our photo of the day comes from Morro Bay, California.




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4 foods that are likely to suffer from climate change

From where they're grown to how they taste to when we eat them, very little will stay the same in coming decades.




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Photo: Squirrel peeks out from a palm

Our photo of the day comes from Los Angeles, California.




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"The Story of Plastic" is a moving film that reveals where plastic comes from – and where it goes

The film exposes a global catastrophe driven by corporate interests.




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First Global Campaign from Neutrogena® Inspires Women to Chase Their Dreams - Neutrogena® Launches See What’s Possible

Neutrogena® Launches See What’s Possible





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Mason Young-Hiss From Berthoud, Colorado Wins The National Odor-Eaters® Rotten Sneaker Contest® - 41st Annual National Odor-Eaters Rotten Sneaker Contest

41st Annual National Odor-Eaters Rotten Sneaker Contest





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End Brush Time Negotiations with Naturally Friendly Kids' Toothpastes from hello - hello ends negotiations

hello products are a solution to the struggle at the sink. This advertisement shows the frustrations moms and dads can face when it’s brush time and they need to negotiate with their kids to brush.







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First Global Campaign from Neutrogena® Inspires Women to Chase Their Dreams - Neutrogena® Launches See What’s Possible

Neutrogena® Launches See What’s Possible





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Mason Young-Hiss From Berthoud, Colorado Wins The National Odor-Eaters® Rotten Sneaker Contest® - 41st Annual National Odor-Eaters Rotten Sneaker Contest

41st Annual National Odor-Eaters Rotten Sneaker Contest