Exposed by low tide and bereft of a cooling breeze, the mollusks overheated to the point of cooking.

We have long called for deposits on everything. California shows that even that is not enough.

It's still up to a restaurant to decide to fill them, but the law provides detailed guidelines on how to do it safely.

Just a reminder to our UK-based readers that Transition City Bristol's Big Event, which we posted on last week, is coming up on Sunday. Billed by Rob Hopkins, originator of the Transition Towns concept, as "Possibly the biggest Peak Oil/Climate

Image credit: pawpaw67, used under Creative Commons license. Malaysian palm oil producers may be committing to green(er) practices, but that's unlikely to appease George Monbiot. He has long been a critic of biofuels for vehicles, but he is absolutely

"It's an emergency," say council members. "So let's act like it."

If you thought the top market for electric car growth was somewhere in California, you'd be right many months out of the year, but not the 4th quarter of 2013.

This loft-less tiny home makes quite a statement, both inside and out.

At first it sounds like any other reality show: "Candidates will be put through a series of tough physical

Locals in one region of the Australian Outback have been terrorized of late by a roaming band of feral camels. Drought conditions and a recent heat wave are being blamed for driving some 6,000 camels into residential areas near

A drive-in movie theater in the wilderness and an urban rooftop are just a few of the innovative spots from which stylish trailer hotels are popping up.

Imagine millions of these slithering out from the mud? The eggs of this alien desert crustacean remain dormant for years, waiting for a bout of rain to hatch.

Our photo of the day comes from Atascadero, California.

Our photo of the day proves that size doesn't matter.

While no longer breaking news, the endeavours of students and staff at two different Australian schools still merits attention. One school went bottled water free, whilst

In 2007 BC's Premier shocked North America when he announced his government's bold Climate Action Plan. Is it working?

Using alternative fuels, carbon offsets, and strict on-board rules, the Atlantic Cup aims to be the first carbon-neutral race in the U.S.

Designed to capture and maximize the flows of sunlight, water and air, this prefabricated home feels modern, light and spacious.

Cars, rides, everything will be offset. But that's just one piece of the puzzle.

No one likes the rampant spending that goes along with gift-giving traditions, but all have different ideas for how to cope.

This intriguing film asks a question we should all be asking ourselves: "How might your life be better with less?"

Personal finance writer Michelle McGagh weighs in on how to save money effectively.

Designed with the ultra-minimalist office in mind, this all-wood desk has a lot of concealed places to stash your clutter.

This sturdy bed helps to declutter small spaces by combining sleeping and storage.

"How are we going to protect it if we don't understand what's at stake?"

The aquarium and wildlife rescue center uses a unique heat pump system to cover 98% of its heating needs.

A pull between city life and the slower pace of nature inspired author and illustrator Julia Rothmans to create “Nature Anatomy.”

Becker's latest work is not only a how-to guide, but an invitation to reevaluate all aspects of your life.

Author Cal Newport argues that it's time to make hard decisions about our digital lives and embrace a 'philosophy of technology use.'

Not only is it Groundhog Day and Super Bowl Sunday, but it's also an extra-special 8-digit palindrome day.

Other websites shriek "the end of capitalism" but really, it is hardly that.

The scientist saw a system that oppressed both society and nature.

Made from wood and recycled movie film, it's perfect for small homes or urban renters always on the move.

This is a truly seismic change, and may mean some big changes in the oil sands and pipeline debates.

FOROBA YELEN is the name given by villagers in Mali to the lighting prototype following an anthropologic study. A shared technology to improve work, education and rituals.

War correspondent Gwynne Dyer says they should worry more about carbon and climate change.

50% of Americans had reduced their electronics and apparel expenditures in the past 12 months, according to a survey conducted by management consulting firm, Booz & Company. They sum up their findings saying that "the impact

There are certain things I've hardly missed, and others I've missed more than I expected.

It's part of a statewide effort to crack down on plastic waste.

Greta Thunberg, Margaret Atwood, Michael Mann, Naomi Klein, David Suzuki, Bill McKibben, George Monbiot and more make the case.

The ones we have left should be preserved; they don't make them like they used to.

Achieving 100% zero waste isn't always feasible, but the path toward zero waste comes with its own rewards.

The discussion of implementing proactive environmental consciousness starts with our youth, who have the most influence on the trajectory of our eco-infrastructure.

Industry coalitions working with municipal recycling can work, but only in two circumstances

This artist mixes and matches up jigsaw puzzle pieces from different vintage puzzles to create mind-bending collages.

Influenced by realism and mythology, these impressive works impart a sense of wonder about the natural world.

I was disappointed to see that Subaru, beloved of TreeHugger types, is on the wrong side of this issue.

Why make exceptions like this?

Impact of greenhouse gases released since October measured over a 20-year time frame is equivalent to emissions from 7 million cars.

New study finds Aliso Canyon disaster’s impact equivalent to annual greenhouse gas emissions from over half a million cars.