by It's National Handwriting Day. Do you still write by hand? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 23 Jan 2015 07:00:00 -0500 Some people do; others use a keyboard for everything and have forgotten how. What about you? Full Article Living
by Ozone Could Slash Global Crop Yields by 40% by Century's End By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Oct 2007 09:30:00 -0400 We recently told you of a study warning that global warming could prompt the large-scale collapse of the world's crops by 2080; now comes another study concluding that rising levels of ozone could achieve the same result by century's end. The study, Full Article Technology
by New Research Shows Baltimore Heatwave Was Worsened by DC's Hot Air By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Dec 2009 12:12:54 -0500 In July of 2007, the East Coast was slammed by a record-setting heat wave. From New York City to Washington, DC, temperatures averaged above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, causing more than 40 deaths. Full Article Technology
by First-Ever Geoengineering Research Ban Considered by Convention on Biological Diversity By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Oct 2010 12:05:00 -0400 While preservation of the planet's dwindling biodiversity itself has rightly grabbed the headlines at the ongoing Convention on Biological Diversity in Japan, Science Insider points out an important geoengineering Full Article Science
by New "Cyborg" Yeast Can Be Controlled By Computer By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:45:00 -0500 A breakthrough in controlling yeast with computers gives a glimpse at where science is headed with controlling lifeforms. Full Article Science
by Geoengineering by Increasing Aerosols Could Make Blue Skies a Thing of the Past By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Jun 2012 14:40:00 -0400 Some new research looks at the unintended consequences of injecting aerosols into the atmosphere to block solar radiation and cool the planet, finding that doing so could turn skies everywhere into a brighter, whiter, hazier, ugly mess. Full Article Science
by Asymmetrical shingle-clad laneway house is inspired by houseboat design By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 30 May 2018 15:11:41 -0400 This modern laneway house is now home to a client who wants to look after her aging parents. Full Article Design
by Peter Busby designs a 40 storey timber tower proposed for Vancouver By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Apr 2019 10:25:36 -0400 There are just a few small problems standing in the way. Full Article Design
by Night Fishing by the Light of the Sun in East Africa By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 21 Jul 2012 07:30:00 -0400 Solar-powered buoy design seeks to reduce costs for fishermen and the risk of kerosene spills on Lake Victoria. Full Article Technology
by Green Tax Shift & Other Environmental Issues Cartoon-Style by Stuart McMillen By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jan 2011 03:12:09 -0500 Here is someone who gets the message across, in a funny and beautiful way. Australian Stuart McMillen takes topics around environmental sustainability and turns them into catchy cartoons. Full Article Design
by 5 Public Gardens Damaged by Hurricane Sandy By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Nov 2012 05:00:00 -0500 These 5 gardens lost ancient and historic trees, and are in need of donations and volunteers to recover from Hurricane Sandy. Full Article Living
by TED conferences use security technology inspired by butterflies By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 13:35:28 -0400 The theme of this year's conference is "the next chapter," and each attendee will receive a sample of what could be next in anti-counterfeit technology. Full Article Science
by Biophilia & growing baby corals to rebuild reefs (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 20 Dec 2015 07:00:00 -0500 One scientist speaks about how the knee-jerk reaction to "save the corals" needs to deepen into a real love for these fascinating creatures. Full Article Science
by Your next home might be built by robots, and you will never know By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Oct 2017 11:42:13 -0400 They are already doing this in Sweden. Full Article Design
by Cut your carbon footprint in half by going vegetarian By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Jul 2014 08:00:00 -0400 A new UK study measures and compares the dietary greenhouse gas emissions of meat- and fish-eaters, vegetarians, and vegans. Full Article Living
by Toyota plans 90% CO2 cuts from cars, 100% from factories by 2050 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Oct 2015 10:27:18 -0400 Just one more reason for Big Oil and Big Coal to worry. Full Article Transportation
by 'Achtung Baby: An American Mom on the German Art of Raising Self-Reliant Children' (book review) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Feb 2018 10:57:00 -0500 Author Sara Zaske shows that it all comes down to respecting a child's right to independence. Full Article Living
by Goodbye to German Minister who said "no" to meat at official events By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Mar 2018 04:23:01 -0400 As Barbara Hendricks leaves the Environment Ministry, we look at the success of meatless meetings in a country with a strong meat culture Full Article Living
by Germany agrees to end coal burning by 2038 (maybe) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Jan 2019 08:19:29 -0500 The goal is a good one. The timeline is not. Full Article Energy
by Care to Air Design Challenge by Levi's By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 27 May 2010 05:19:03 -0400 Air-drying clothing is definitely the cheapest, and especially the most eco-friendly way of drying your clothes; no energy or machinery is needed. However, if you live in a small space, a rainy country or simply are a busy (or forgetful) person, Full Article Living
by No surprise here: junk food lobby wants federal ban on GMO labels By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Nov 2013 15:01:52 -0500 Major food conglomerates want to stamp out state-by-state efforts to label foods containing genetically modified ingredients with federal legislation. Full Article Business
by The world water crisis by the numbers By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2019 12:52:01 -0400 In honor of World Water Day, here are the sobering numbers behind the billions of people living without safe water. Full Article Business
by Condos in Ho Chi Minh City connected by roof gardens By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Sep 2015 13:03:48 -0400 Our favorite Vietnamese architect builds a giant wall of white planters... again. Full Article Design
by Illegal Logging by Pakistan's Timber Mafia Increased Flooding Devastation By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:11:00 -0400 Forget for the moment about to what degree climate change has influenced the flooding in Pakistan. A new article in China Dialogue brings to light a new angle on one very aggravating factor on the overwhelming devastation: Illegal logging by the 'timber Full Article Business
by Southern Pakistan Hit By Worst Floods in Living Memory By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:46:00 -0400 If you thought the flooding in the northeast in the wake of Hurricane Irene and subsequent storms dropping heavy rain, thank your lucky stars you're not in Pakistan. In a repeat of last summer, the nation is again in the grips of catastrophic flooding, Full Article Science
by Indonesia to Add 4000 MW of Geothermal Power by 2014... And Add Another 10 GW of Coal by 2012 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Apr 2010 12:36:00 -0400 Indonesia may not be tapping into much of its superior Full Article Energy
by New Zealand to be coal-free by 2018, 90% renewable by 2025 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Aug 2015 06:07:28 -0400 Compared to New Zealand, we all have work to do. Full Article Energy
by Bengal, Assam Tea Production Slashed By Worst Drought in 15 Years By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:10:00 -0400 Another effect of weather weirding: Higher tea prices coming? Northeast India tea production expected to drop 60% in 2012 this year. Full Article Living
by Airy chapel held up by tree-like fractal structure in Japan By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jan 2018 15:12:23 -0500 This chapel looks to nature and the generations-old tradition of Japanese wood joinery for inspiration. Full Article Design
by Garage by Graypants is gorgeous and green By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Apr 2014 12:09:58 -0400 Known to TreeHugger for their trademark lamps, the Seattle practice does a bigger building Full Article Design
by CLT House by Susan Jones shows the future of sustainable, green and healthy housing By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2015 12:45:24 -0400 And it is beautiful too. Full Article Design
by Seattle fights for sea animals by going strawless for September By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Aug 2017 07:00:00 -0400 Residents and businesses alike are joining the Lonely Whale Foundation to help stem ocean pollution by giving up plastic straws for the month. Full Article Science
by Green Baby Steps For The Future Of The Earth By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Sep 2007 11:00:55 -0400 Baby Boróka Torda (pictured below-the-fold with her father) has had her "foot print" made green, literally, as pictured here, and prospectively: Baby's lifespan carbon footprint has been offset through tree plantings which will be professionally Full Article Business
by TreeHugger's Greatest Hits, 2004-2012 (with a Soundtrack by Bruce Springsteen) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Dec 2012 14:54:00 -0500 I wrote my first TreeHugger post more than seven years ago. Since then, there's been a lot of water under the bridge. Here are some of the many highlights. Full Article Living
by Grand 280 sq. ft. Oregon tiny home is influenced by Japanese design By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2015 09:00:00 -0400 Inspired by the small, simple and efficient spaces of Japan, is this lovely tiny home that comes with a lot of luxurious features. Full Article Design
by Luxurious small smart homes by Tiny Heirloom By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2015 08:00:00 -0400 High-end materials meets smart home automation in this country-styled tiny home. Full Article Design
by ETSY Employees Haul 600lb of Compostables Each Month By Bike By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2012 11:18:26 -0400 Taking responsibility for their own waste, ETSY team members haul biodegradable trash to their local community farm by cargo bike. Full Article Business
by Photo: Pelican flyby demonstrates perfect form By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 14 May 2018 06:00:00 -0400 Our photo of the day comes from Florida's John D MacArthur Beach State Park. Full Article Science
by Zara promises to use sustainable fabrics by 2025 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 13:32:00 -0400 But can fast fashion ever be green? Fabrics are easier to change than business models. Full Article Living
by RubyMoon makes 'gym-to-swim' wear using recycled fabric By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Jun 2018 09:06:00 -0400 After all, why shouldn't you wear the same top to the beach as you do to the gym? Full Article Living
by Tesla tiny house integrates solar with Powerwall, towed by Model X (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Oct 2017 13:27:31 -0400 Tesla's tiny house integrates solar power and its Powerwall home battery into a seamless system, and can be towed by the Model X. Full Article Design
by Chicago power company aims for 1 million smart thermostats by 2020 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Oct 2015 16:07:55 -0400 Not only will this save home owners money, but it will also allow utilities to manage demand during peak times. Full Article Business
by The biggest illegal ivory stockpile in the world will be destroyed by incineration By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2014 16:15:15 -0500 It is estimated that around 100 elephants are being killed each day by poachers to meet the growing demand for ivory in Asia. Full Article Science
by Multifunction and multi-user desk is shared by people and cats By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Apr 2014 12:25:46 -0400 The CATable will keep the cat off the keyboard. Full Article Design
by Guinness goes vegan by nixing the fish bits By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 02 May 2017 11:02:37 -0400 The Irish beer giant has stopped using fish bladders for filtration of its keg beer; cans and bottles to follow suit by the end of the year. Full Article Living
by Ireland will phase out coal by 2025 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Mar 2018 06:32:14 -0400 Another country joins the ranks of the Powering Past Coal Alliance. Full Article Energy
by Finally Baby-Making Time For One of a Kind Tortoise? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Jan 2011 19:29:00 -0500 If Lonesome George suffers from performance anxiety, it's hard to blame him. At the ripe old age of nearly 100, the last-of-his-kind Galapagos tortoise has been charged with preserving his species' genetic Full Article Science
by Goodbye Yellow Pages, Hello Local Search By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 01 May 2011 10:06:20 -0400 Remember the Yellow Pages Association? They represent the folks who print phone books. They've fought some efforts by cities to ban phone book distribution, and Full Article Business
by Wind Turbines May Blow Earth Out of Orbit, Coal Lobby Warns: The Onion (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:14:00 -0400 This Onion spoof on the fossil fuel industry's attacks on clean energy made the rounds a few months ago, but it somehow eluded my radar. Usually, in these cases, I'd simply curse the blog-gods, and let it join the graveyard of viral videos that have Full Article Living
by Passive House movement gets noticed by the New York Times By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Aug 2013 15:09:00 -0400 If you can make it there, you'll make it anywhere. Full Article Design