The new study shows that drones can handle longer aid delivery trips than previously thought.

This example of programmable architecture uses lightweight materials and drones to help it adapt to environmental changes.

Another instance of creative adaptive reuse, where a decommissioned Sea King is transformed into a deluxe mini-hotel.

What a joy to stumble upon this 2009 gem by Cullinan Studio.

This family lives, works and travels in this modern tiny house, now located on a remote Scottish island.

Another large-sized solar charger and battery system is about to hit the market, as an off-grid solar generator in a briefcase.

The inventors of the innovative LuminAID solar lantern are Kickstarting another version of their device, this time with the added feature of a charging port for portable electronics.

With 20 watts of solar panels, a 16Ah lithium-ion battery bank, and an onboard inverter, along with multiple charging ports, this compact solar generator is a great off-grid accessory.

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

Due to security issues, the date has not been released yet, but we are happy to announce that Middle East environmentalists are putting political pet peeves aside to focus on one goal: preserving the environment.

Shortlisted for the 2013 Aga Khan Awards, this elegant building makes good use of wasted stone generated from a town's large stonecutting industry.

Besides looking lovely, all proceeds from this lamp will go to a project that is developing electricity-free lighting that is inspired by nature.

Activists get one firm to agree to stop clearing Indonesian forests for paper plantations.

Using a bit of research and lots of careful gardening, this man was able to help reestablish a population of rare butterflies in his backyard.

Neti pots are useful for flushing out clogged sinuses, but it's important to do it the right way.

According to a new study, if you're lonely, you're not alone.

Shinji Turner-Yamamoto's beautiful 'Global Tree Project' reveals the natural world with hanging trees, gilded boulders, and more.

From palm oil invaders to adorable Sumatran rhinos, this story about a recent environmental victory will inspire you.

Meet one of the insect world's most protective moms.

Uttar Pradesh is going to be looking a lot greener after a marathon 24-hour tree-planting frenzy.

Using traditional techniques and materials, this design adapts the age-old idea of evaporative cooling to create a low-energy, alternative air conditioner.

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

Passive house designer creates a very active play house.

These transforming shoes can go from flat to a stylish stiletto within seconds.

If we're going to push lifestyle change as a strategy, how we manage our money is one of the most important topics of all.

Ethical fashion brands tend to be very expensive, but there are ways to make the transition without spending a pile of money.

With Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg facing criticism for supporting Keystone XL pipeline, a comedy duo mocks Facebook "Mess" Everything Up Department.

The company would use the Solara solar-powered drone, which can remain in flight for five years at a time!

This Australian design takes the work out of parking bikes.

The world's largest dam removal project is nearing completion on Elwha River on Washington state’s Olympic Peninsula. Now it's time to enter the next phase of work on one of the greatest salmon rivers in the nation: the restoration of an entire watershed.

Honeybees survey vast tracts of land during their communal foraging. They share their best finds in a waggle dance, which new research has turned into a powerful tool for assessing ecosystem health.

If you live in San Diego and find the prospect of banding together with your neighbors to get better rates on installing your own solar panels interesting, then this one is for you: 1BOG (that's One Block Off the Grid ...) has announced that they will

Researchers at Georgia Tech warn that there is a risk that self-driving cars might be hacked and cause gridlock.

Image: Casajuntoalrio Willie Smits long ago abandoned the customary role of the microbiologist. After working in the Indonesian rainforest for three decades (and marrying a tribal queen), he has taken it upon himself to regrow the delicate ecosystems

The 107 million tons of grain that went to U.S. ethanol distilleries in 2009 was enough to feed 330 million people for one year at average world consumption levels. More than a quarter of the total U.S. grain crop was turned into ethanol to fuel cars

An ethanol production mandate could be in conflict with efforts to reduce the Gulf Coast dead zone.

Sensors on cell phones is a concept that has gone mainstream enough that this Kickstarter project has blown its funding goals out of the water. The device turns your cell phone into a "Swiss Army Knife of environmental sensors."

This article from The Guardian explores the tin mines of Bangka and the death tolls that come with them.

The rare earth metals mining industry is one rife with issues. But is there a way to green up the business?

The unmanned flying devices cut out expensive and polluting shipping methods for the heavy books.

It's so much more than books.

This is not your usual trading site; it is much more of a community.

There are a lot of good reasons to get rid of that old plug.

Douglas Rushkoff explains that the real costs of a new phone are not measured in just money.

Wait, there's more! It slices! It dices!

Drones can continually monitor active volcanoes to help with advanced warnings of eruptions.

And they don't stop there. Their products also feature recycled plastic, fabric, silicone, and more.

Aiming to raise awareness about e-waste recycling, this photographer used 4,100 pounds of e-waste in these futuristic scenes.

If only we could buy it in North America.

Pull out the ionization detectors and go photoelectric.