In addition to being one of the planet's most endangered primates, northern white-cheeked crested gibbons are among the most romantic -- and it's their love of the serenade which clued researchers to a significant discovery. Over

Over the past few weeks we've been sharing the amazing ideas and themes that emerged from the Do Lectures 2011. This year's inspiring talks are now being launched online in

Sushi is everywhere these days, and robots will soon be everywhere making it.

Put kitchen scraps and spices to good use in these soothing, healing concoctions, perfect for a wintry day.

It sounds ridiculous: how could an element on the periodic table be an endangered species? The scientist, James Elser of Arizona State University, who is asking if we need a 'Red List' for phosphorous uses the

Can your garden be kinder to the earth? From the materials your raised beds are built from to the fertilizers you use, there's room for improvement to achieve an earth-friendly garden

A new study shows a major difference between EPA estimates and actual landfill numbers.

Ephemeral and unexpected, this outdoor workspace is intended as an urban refuge.

So if you’re anything like me, you’ve been waiting as patiently as you could for Aug 17. Last Friday was the opening weekend for two highly anticipated films: Superbad starring Jonah Hill, Michael Cera & Seth Rogen, and The 11th Hour directed by

We're hoping that you've been following the newly launched Planet Green, the first ever 24-7 TV channel dedicated to green living. With more than 200 hours of original green lifestyle programming, Planet Green is a fresh conversation about what it

No plans this weekend? Why not Start a Sea Change? Planet Green’s non-profit partner, the Ocean Conservancy, hosts their 23rd annual International Coastal Cleanup

Bottlenose dolphins have close bonds that last for years based on common interests.

Oh, I am sorry. I meant "trackless trains."

From recycled yarns to fair-trade sewing to reclaimed fabrics, these swimsuits will make you feel good, both inside and out.

Design like you give a damn with the second edition of Monadnock Paper Mills' how-to guide for creating more-sustainable print materials. A Field Guide: Eco-Friendly, Efficient and Effective Print, accompanied by luscious illustrations by the

As the temperature drops in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, locals bundle up and get excited. While most wait for the first snow to cover the ski runs, others hold out for those first cold nights to freeze the area's waterfalls.

Bike-powered devices often feel like hippy gimmicks. Yet for some communities, they offer an important glimpse of more resilient technology.

This stunning temporary pavilion utilizes Hong Kong's time-honored bamboo construction methods in conjunction with cutting-edge computational design.

Yesterday Brian wrote Galapagos Islands Moved Off Endangered Sites List, concluding:

Amid all the upheaval in Egypt, one local newspaper is working to keep the fate of the country's natural resources from falling off the radar.

Switching from fossil fuel powered cars could save 45,000 lives per year and on its own almost solve climate change

It is about time that people acknowledged that it's not just cyclists that hit their heads. Helmets for everybody!

The art form of papercuts is taken to another level with these intricate works that draw attention to some of the world's threatened species.

One was recently installed at an Ohio university. Is this the message one wants to give to students there?

Quoting directly from the Philadelphia Eagles presser: "The Eagles have contracted with Orlando FL-based SolarBlue, a

Does it make sense putting this in a small town up on the Canadian Shield?

In which I argue that bike-friendliness should be measured by how well a town caters to its most practical, regular, and vulnerable of users, not tourists.

Created for adventurers by adventurers, this unique hotel in Peru features three sleeping pods that guests must climb up to.

The timeline needs some work. But this is a start...

Walking and other gentle movements could power the next generation of devices.

And put away your phone if you are on vacation.

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

The 2007 Be The Change Conference is fast approaching and has an amazing line up of speakers to inspire you with the theme "The Sky's the Limit". For the fourth year in a row the BTC conference brings together world leaders in sustainability and social

A new report describes the 10 species most at risk from policies proposed by the current administration.

With daycare costs rising, perhaps ditching the building is not such a crazy idea.

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

Wend magazine continues to bring together intriguing stories about human powered adventures from around the world. In the current issue, they inform us that in 2010 officials in Isfahan,

While these chemicals continue to be the norm in the camping and mountaineering industries, there are some good alternatives.

Knowing where trash comes from is the first step in figuring out better, more sustainable solutions.

It's time to end this destructive practice, and Appalachian residents descended upon Washington, D.C., this week to demand action.

All images via Ryan Frank. Ryan Frank may have moved his design studio to the sunnier climes of Barcelona, but he is still getting great commissions back in London, where he's made a name for his funky ways with reclaimed materials. The latest project

Perfect idea for spaces with poor air quality: a multi-functional hanging lamp that grows air-purifying plants.

The CEO of the USGBC brings it on and fights back against the Plastic People their poodles in Congress

Now that the summer surfing season has come to a close, (is there ever really an end to surfing season?), it's time to give your board a little TLC, upgrade any thrashed gear and prepare for the big waves of the

The UK newspaper dates the movement back to the publishing of Rachel Carson's Silent Spring; I contribute with a guest post on architecture and design

Think we are cutting back? They are just getting started, and we are going to be buried in the stuff.

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, and while some great progress has been made, there are still many rivers which are endangered, including one flowing through our nation's capital.

A beautiful video by photographer Pete McBride shows how this epic and ancient river is now the most endangered in the country.

If a country is a body, rivers are its arteries through which vital blood flows. We must revive our waterways before more damage is done.

French tire giant Michelin recently held its 10th Challenge Bibendum, this time in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The event is a chance for Michelin to rally industry players around the flag of sustainable mobility and the future of the automobile. Here's me loo