nes From bottles to bike lanes: the first PlasticRoad opens in the Netherlands By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Sep 2018 15:41:04 -0400 We have lots of waste plastic and not much use for it, so why not use it instead of asphalt or concrete? Full Article Science
nes Rap Guide to Wilderness celebrates wild nature and the ways it enriches our lives By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Dec 2014 14:12:32 -0500 The man who brought us the Rap Guide to Evolution is back to entertain, educate, and inspire us with a thought-provoking album that captures the spirit of conservation. Full Article Living
nes From table to tank: Neste will turn Finland's Christmas ham waste fat into renewable diesel By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Nov 2016 15:03:29 -0500 Just think what the waste fat from 46 million Thanksgiving turkeys could fuel. Full Article Energy
nes Witness the amazing hamster wheel standing desk, perfect for the office rat race By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Sep 2014 11:30:33 -0400 The wheels on the desk go round and round. Full Article Design
nes Here's the best treadmill desk we've seen yet, designed long before all the other ones By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Feb 2015 10:31:22 -0500 Steven M. Johnson really should have had an agent. Full Article Design
nes Ecotourism in the Philippines By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 06 Dec 2008 20:13:59 -0500 The Philippine Department of Tourism's hat has been thrown into ecotourism game for awhile now. They've made it part of their plan for economic development. The country's ecotourism program strives to install processes and Full Article Science
nes India, Malaysia, Philippines, South Korea All Soon Clobbering the US on Renewable Energy By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Sep 2010 10:28:00 -0400 Furthering a trend: As the United States continues virtually deadlocked on enacting any legislation pricing carbon or significantly promoting renewable energy, more Asian countries than China are likely to Full Article Energy
nes Philippines Mining Activist Awarded Goldman Environmental Prize for Stopping Norwegian-owned Nickel Mine By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Apr 2012 05:44:00 -0400 Grassroots activist honored for 10-year protest against a proposed nickel mine on Mindoro Island Full Article Business
nes Genetically Modified Eggplant Field Trials Halted by Court in Philippines By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 -0400 The move comes as a result of a petition from Greenpeace Southeast Asia, which asserts that GM crops can cause serious health issues. Full Article Living
nes Chinese boat crashes in protected coral reef... with thousands of illegally killed pangolins on board By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:49:08 -0400 It was already bad enough that a Chinese boat crashed into the Tubbataha reef, a protected coral reef off the coast of the Philippines, but what the coast guard found inside increased massively the size of the environmental disaster. Full Article Science
nes Typhoon Haiyan: 'State of calamity' in the Philippines, 10,000+ feared dead By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2013 11:49:58 -0500 Many feared the worst, and it seems like that's what we got. Full Article Science
nes First 3D printed hotel suite built in the Phillipines By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Sep 2015 10:37:45 -0400 It even has a giant 3D printed Jacuzzi tub Full Article Design
nes Canada agrees to take its trash back from the Philippines By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 10 May 2019 09:29:00 -0400 A six-year dispute over mislabeled shipping containers has been settled, but the world can learn an important lesson from this. Full Article Science
nes Students in the Philippines must plant 10 trees to graduate By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2019 08:00:00 -0400 A new law hopes to fix deforestation and teach young people about environmental stewardship. Full Article Living
nes Statistical Analysis Shows 2 Degree Temperature Rise Zones in North America By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 16 May 2012 07:00:00 -0400 Analysis bridges differences between various climate change models to predict North American climate change with high certainty. Will skeptics finally be convinced? Full Article Science
nes Why is Philadelphia such a bike success story despite having few bike lanes? (video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 12 May 2015 15:40:16 -0400 Philly has more than 2X the number of bike commuters per capita of NYC. Full Article Transportation
nes The Reach Guesthouse combines Passive House performance with classic beauty By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 06 Aug 2018 11:29:36 -0400 Architect Jonathan Kearns shows that you can have it all. Full Article Design
nes Peru's Oil Exploration Violates UN Guidelines on Uncontacted Tribes By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Apr 2012 12:53:00 -0400 Peru continues to approve oil and gas projects despite previous exploration leading to the death of half the Nahua tribe. Full Article Business
nes Small Japanese house has a "floating treehouse" By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Mar 2016 15:38:28 -0500 It feels much bigger than it actually is, and does not feel weird at all. Full Article Design
nes Stair of the Week: Alternating tread stair design is also a Japanese style storage unit By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 24 May 2016 15:30:31 -0400 Michael Janzen comes up with an interesting and elegant design. But is it safe? Full Article Design
nes British scientists power cell phones with urine By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jul 2013 07:46:40 -0400 The researchers have developed a fuel cell that creates electricity from urine and could be used to power our gadgets. Full Article Technology
nes Cell phones charged by sound are now closer to becoming a reality By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Sep 2014 08:56:32 -0400 Nanotechnology breakthroughs have lead to a successful prototype of a device that could charge your cell phone with ambient noise or the conversations of users. Full Article Technology
nes Energy-harvesting wood floors could be the next great green thing in homes and businesses By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Oct 2016 10:54:37 -0400 Could this be even more encouraging than a FitBit to get up and walk around? Full Article Technology
nes Kenya significantly increases fines and jail time for poachers By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2013 17:29:01 -0400 The approved measure ups fines from $480 to $120,000, and jail time from 2 years to 15 years. Full Article Business
nes Southwest Airlines upcycles 43 acres of leather seat covers By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Jul 2014 13:32:30 -0400 Flying can be a divisive topic when it comes to curbing emissions, but airplanes have other environmental impacts too. Full Article Business
nes Hawaiian volcano offers gifts of gemstones delivered from the sky By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Jun 2018 12:38:11 -0400 As if to say 'sorry,' Kilauea softens its fury by tossing shimmery green olivine to the humble humans below. Full Article Science
nes On MNN: Digital memories, ads from the future, On telling time, and is Wellness the new Green? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Dec 2015 17:11:46 -0500 and really, are Christmas lights screwing up your Wi-Fi? Full Article Living
nes 8 helpful apps for hurricanes By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Sep 2017 14:32:10 -0400 From tracking and data to emergency walkie-talkie capabilities and where to find gas, these apps can help weather the storm. Full Article Technology
nes Reconfigurable canopy uses drones to move its modules around (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Oct 2018 13:23:41 -0400 This example of programmable architecture uses lightweight materials and drones to help it adapt to environmental changes. Full Article Design
nes Finland is offering free trips to people in need of happiness lessons By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Mar 2019 07:00:00 -0400 For three days this summer, a local host could show you why their country consistently ranks among the happiest in the world. Full Article Living
nes Scottish wellness concept of 'coorie' is like extreme hygge By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Oct 2018 13:45:25 -0400 With its embrace of wild swimming, foraging, and stargazing, this cultural trend is spot-on for the modern world. Full Article Living
nes Scotland's wind turbines generated '98% of electricity demand' last month By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Nov 2018 13:03:23 -0500 On some days, wind generated as much as 234% of demand. Full Article Business
nes The NestPod is a comfortable, four-bed tiny home on wheels By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Dec 2018 12:53:14 -0500 This versatile small dwelling can be customized as a mobile office, guesthouse or "living wagon." Full Article Design
nes Nest launches lower cost smart thermostat By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Sep 2017 06:08:33 -0400 It's less flashy. In fact, it kind of blends in. But it's still designed to save energy. Full Article Energy
nes Let Bygones Be Bygones Already, for the Environment's Sake! By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Sep 2007 13:51:28 -0400 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. Full Article Business
nes The Bay Bridge shines in the light of 25,000 LEDs By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Mar 2013 11:52:00 -0500 Stanley Jevons was right; develop a more efficient technology and people will figure out ways to use it that in the end, consume more energy Full Article Technology
nes Thai Artist Looks for Happiness in a Bowl of Rice By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:58:16 -0500 Bangkok-based artist Nino Sarabutra investigates what really makes people happy, and how much money is needed to live a good life. Full Article Living
nes Eco-Art Installations Sprout in a Taiwanese Village By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 12 May 2012 07:30:00 -0400 Unsuspecting visitors to the small fishing village of Cheng Long might feel the need to blink and rub their eyes. Is there really a giant bowl and chopsticks sinking into the wetlands? What are those brightly colored things growing all over that house? Full Article Living
nes Insect Sushi and Copper Recycling Machines at the Royal College of Art Graduate Show By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jun 2012 05:00:00 -0400 The Royal College of Art graduate students show their (environmental) stuff at the year-end show. Full Article Design
nes Winner of the Goldman Environmental Prize tackles illegal palm oil companies in Indonesia By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Apr 2014 08:00:00 -0400 From palm oil invaders to adorable Sumatran rhinos, this story about a recent environmental victory will inspire you. Full Article Business
nes The top <s>ten eleven</s> twelve posts of June from yoga mats to wind turbines By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Jul 2014 10:46:35 -0400 With a few tips from Grandma thrown in. Full Article Uncategorized
nes Facebook wants to use solar drones to bring internet access to the world By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 07:00:00 -0400 The company would use the Solara solar-powered drone, which can remain in flight for five years at a time! Full Article Technology
nes Forest cabin enlarged into small birdhouse-like wilderness retreat By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2017 15:12:38 -0400 An existing storage shed in the forest is transformed into a small modern home with a striking form. Full Article Design
nes Willie Smits on Regrowing the Indonesian Rainforest and Harvesting Biofuels By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:09:34 -0500 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 Full Article TreeHugger Radio
nes Indonesia's Tin Mines are a Health Nightmare By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Nov 2012 09:30:00 -0500 This article from The Guardian explores the tin mines of Bangka and the death tolls that come with them. Full Article Technology
nes Drones will deliver textbooks to Australian students By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2013 07:00:00 -0400 The unmanned flying devices cut out expensive and polluting shipping methods for the heavy books. Full Article Technology
nes Deep fry your turkey safely with drones By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Nov 2016 10:05:29 -0500 Wait, there's more! It slices! It dices! Full Article Technology
nes Drones help to predict volcanic eruptions By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Dec 2017 11:02:09 -0500 Drones can continually monitor active volcanoes to help with advanced warnings of eruptions. Full Article Technology
nes House of Marley makes bamboo headphones and speakers By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Feb 2018 10:04:00 -0500 And they don't stop there. Their products also feature recycled plastic, fabric, silicone, and more. Full Article Design
nes Japanese robot hangs drywall like a pro By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Oct 2018 07:52:44 -0400 The HRP-5Ps were created by man. They evolved. There are many copies. And they have a plan. Full Article Design