Coal country Sen. Robert Byrd is crowing about $4 billion he steered towards the false hype that is "clean coal" in the Senate version of the economic stimulus

One blogger's perspective on the recent 'success' of Wisconsin's carbon capture pilot program.

Here are 14 of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.

A new retrospective study finds that 1980s-era cleanup of Boston Harbor was well worth it from a return on investment standpoint.

Environmentally-friendly practices aren't just for new buildings anymore. Their existing – and, in some cases, elderly – counterparts are catching on, too.

From cheap fashion to the billion-dollar trash trade, the following five books demonstrate some of the key connections between economic and natural systems.

The rainforest as a living machine, is quite possibly the most sophisticated technology on the planet.

Ethanol is emerging as one of the biggest wedge issues for Republicans as they focus on the Iowa caucus.

These guys aren't shy about taking on Tesla, but first they need to ramp up the factory for this 1,088-horsepower, 200 mph electric from Croatia.

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Effects include people traveling more, in bigger cars (EV sales are flat), and a dip in public transit.

This four-part series gives great advice on getting a new generation to enjoy the outdoors.

Air conditioners have made architects lazy, and we've forgotten how to design houses that might work without it.

With its edible veggie walls and lack of traditional HVAC systems, Carbon Positive House aims to "free us of modern day lifelines."

Photographer Richard Silver captures the surreal ambience of the "blue hour" with these beautifully spliced landscape images.

The man-made foothills are most definitely alive in Cupertino.

Developers behind the 104-acre sustainable project in Belize promise to consider all concerns ahead of construction in 2017.

Donut-shaped and parked at the foot of a glacier, the Snøhetta-designed Svart hotel in Norway is the first of its kind.

White Oak in Florida promotes conservation with innovative programs for animals (and the humans who want to see them.)

Only 68 critically endangered Javan rhinos are left on Earth.

The clones come from trees that were larger than any alive today.

In Florida, not even the iconic Florida panther — the endangered state animal — is safe from new development.

You’ll refer to this guide that’s printed on biodegradable fabric with non-toxic ink almost every time you need to convert a recipe.

Option packages and other 'forced' features increase the base price of many vehicles, balancing out the environmental value, group says.

Overall, 90 percent of the ground turkey that the magazine examined had one or more of the five bacteria they tested for.

This Spanish farmer's free-range geese fatten up naturally for migration season.

During an Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing, the secretary of the Interior outlines the Obama administration's energy wish list.

Climate change now emerging a core issue in the fight to end poverty.

The EJC is sending someone to Cancun for the next climate summit. Budding bloggers, this is your chance to get noticed.

The U.S. has become the pre-eminent blocker to this year's UN climate negotiations, but new scientific analysis and a growing civil society movement could force

The United Nations rules require the IPCC to seek unanimous consensus, a fact that climate scientists want to see emphasized in the newest report.

The Mongol invasion scrubbed nearly 700 million tons of carbon from the atmosphere, according to new research.

How do you convene a large group of people to share and learn important information and interact socially without causing a negative impact on the environment?

Energy efficiency efforts are a highlight of the company’s 2011 Corporate Responsibility Report.

Philips, a company known for its L Prize-winning, checking account-busting incandescent replacements, enters the web-enabled LED market with a spendy, smart and

For those who prefer their meteorological forecasts to be startlingly literal, check out this WiFi-enabled chandelier that magically produces indoor clou

The NanoLight, a new Kickstarter-funded 12-watt LED bulb, eschews fancy-schmancy smart capabilities and instead focuses on groundbreaking energy savings.

Pittsburgh's newest high-rise displays building performance stats in a most stunning manner.

A new study suggests that people who dress differently appear more successful than their coworkers.

Scientists says pollution on a planet may help aliens spot an advanced civilization.

Photographer's exploration of the beauty of man-made illumination around the world reflects humankind's dominance over the planet.

There is no doubt, digital books are here to stay. The original Kindle, which started shipping in November 2007, was a wake up call to the publishing world.

Among other things, Rob Kutner thinks we're on the verge of a new Ice Age.

The EveryDrop LA app makes it easier for ordinary Los Angelenos to identify and report sources of wasted water in their communities.

A new app has launched in the Philadelphia region with guides to sustainable businesses in 20 categories.

BARTRENDr app helps drinkers share favorite cocktails and settings — but only with other drinkers.

Transit use is going up as people prefer using their smartphones to driving.

Rob Schmitz, Marketplace Shanghai bureau chief, is only the second reporter to gain access to the factory floor at Apple's Chinese manufacturer. See highlights

Accessory manufacturers have confirmed rumors about Apple's new 7 inch iPad Mini, which is set to be unveiled on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at a press conference.

A new iPhone app lets drivers report traffic conditions to each other in real time.