an Brooklyn Fashion and Design Accelerator welcomes its first entrepreneurs By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Nov 2014 18:05:31 -0500 A new collaborative space dedicated to sustainable fashion design is now open for production. Full Article Living
an Tour a Brooklyn treehouse built from an old water tower By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Nov 2014 06:30:00 -0500 A charming treehouse is made from recycled wood and glass. Full Article Design
an Lovewild Designs crafts beautiful confetti and stationery that blooms By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Feb 2015 18:45:31 -0500 A sustainably-minded designer makes cards and paper coins that you can plant. Full Article Design
an Futuristic Urban Farm Pod grows food at home -- from cell cultures (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Mar 2016 07:00:00 -0400 Tomorrow's home urban farm may not need soil, just an Urban Farm Pod that doubles as an extra living space (emphasis on the "living"). Full Article Design
an Brooklyn's modular tower: What a long strange trip it's been By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Oct 2016 11:35:15 -0400 FC Modular, that "cracked the code" of tall modular, is no more. Full Article Design
an Norman Oder on The World's Tallest Modular Building and the Phantom 20 Percent Savings By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Feb 2017 07:55:12 -0500 The Brooklyn Journalist covered this project like a blanket, and looks at some of the detailed claims. Full Article Design
an Two dead because trucks don't have side guards and cyclists apparently can't stay upright By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Dec 2017 11:44:25 -0500 In Brooklyn and Toronto, the same story: "accidents" where cyclists somehow lose control, fall under rear wheels. Full Article Transportation
an Wood House Sits Lightly On Landscape By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 15 May 2008 07:57:26 -0400 One can build a house out of wood and cover it up, or one can celebrate the nature of wood, as this one in Slavonice, Czech Republic does. Designed by E - M.R.A.K. | Martin Rajniš, Kamila Amblerová, Václav Horecký, it is built out of unplaned, uncut Full Article Design
an Blob Architect Jan Kaplicky 1937-2009 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:08:13 -0500 Architects are often late bloomers. Frank Gehry is in his prime at 79; Ralph Rapson died at his drafting board last year at 93. Full Article Business
an Does the Environment Win When Economic Crisis Sends Immigrants Home? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 13 May 2009 16:18:00 -0400 Turkish cities have been the stage for culture clashes in recent years, as residents of rural areas moved to urban areas in large numbers, bringing what many urbanites see as Full Article Business
an Another Problem with Carbon Credits: They Get Stolen By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:14:57 -0500 At least $40 million worth of carbon credits have been stolen in recent weeks from various registries across Europe, in what some are calling a growing black market for carbon credits.The Wall Street Journal explains that there are Full Article Business
an Hanging Mini-Greenhouse Also Doubles As Pendant Lamp By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:51:21 -0400 Short on space for growing herbs? Well, this graceful pendant lamp -- which doubles as a mini-greenhouse -- could be one way to add more luscious greenery to one's space and diet. Full Article Design
an Mesmerizing Chandelier Mimicks Deep Sea Bioluminescence (Photos) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0500 Using mouth-blown glass and energy-efficient LEDs, this stunning chandelier looks like a creature from the ocean's depths. Full Article Design
an Old Chapel Is Made into a Giant Musical Instrument, Controlled with Laser Pointers (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Apr 2012 05:00:00 -0400 A Czech church was 3-D mapped and made into a one of a kind musical instrument, controlled by visitors' laser pointers. Full Article Technology
an Beautiful Black Teahouse In Czech Republic Uses Traditional Japanese Finishing Technique By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Jul 2012 11:11:00 -0400 Charred wood never looked so good. Full Article Design
an Bohemian forest retreat balances incognito on boulder By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Jul 2014 07:00:00 -0400 This woodland cabin in the Bohemia region of the Czech Repbulic keeps it simple but clever, with one end perched on a large rock. Full Article Design
an Handcrafted 'holistic' bike uses 40 layers of wood (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2015 08:00:00 -0400 Sporting an attractive unibody frame, this meticulously handcrafted wooden bicycle is made to be strong yet flexible. Full Article Transportation
an Renovated 258 sq. ft. caravan is a modern bohemian home By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 30 May 2016 07:00:00 -0400 The inside of this updated caravan is surprisingly chic and comfortable. Full Article Design
an Living & working have their own transparent spaces in these Zen Houses By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Dec 2016 14:22:17 -0500 Instead of combining the two poles of work and leisure, this simple and functional design separates them into distinct volumes. Full Article Design
an Magenta is an ultra-compact tiny house built for $10K By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Jan 2019 14:04:46 -0500 This bright pink wonder is small, but packs in quite a bit of the basics. Full Article Design
an Interview with Tom Miller, CEO of Blu Skye Sustainability Consultants By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:55:07 -0500 As the CEO of sustainable consulting firm Blu Skye Sustainability Consultants, Tom Miller oversees teams and strategies that are changing the way the world makes things--from the design stage and production Full Article Living
an Another Major Blow for Carbon Capture, This Time It Involves the "C" Word By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 10 May 2010 06:48:35 -0400 Mongstad industrial area at night. Photo Tøssekaien via flickr. The Norwegians have been big supporters of carbon capture and storage, and the government helped get the public to go along with building of a gas-fired plant near an existing oil refinery Full Article Energy
an Australian School Ditches Bottled Water, While Another Becomes First Carbon Neutral School By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:30:07 -0400 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 Full Article Living
an The Fjällräven Kanken Rucksack, a Swedish Eco-Design Classic By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:44:08 -0400 Last month, my partner gave me a Fjällräven Kanken rucksack for my 30th birthday, and I have to tell you about it, as this is a classic amongst the eco-designs nowadays. I first spotted these slightly odd-looking bags in London many years ago, and Full Article Science
an Radical Product Transparency Via Carbon Mapping- Highlight from Opportunity Green By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Sep 2010 23:59:15 -0400 This past Thursday, at the business conference Opportunity Green, one panel entitled Next Generation Carbon Mapping: Radical Transparency and Truth in Advertising captured the attention of the standing room only audience at Full Article Business
an Sierra Club Announces the Nation's "Coolest" Schools By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sat, 20 Aug 2011 12:30:00 -0400 School is a testing ground for the way we perform later in life. It can mold us into fine upstanding members of society, or not. While environmental responsibility isn't something we have to learn early in life, it certainly makes Full Article Technology
an Craft and Science are Combined in One New Exhibition By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Sep 2011 05:33:18 -0400 The Power of Making is the new craft show at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. It's a mix of craft and science: a coming-together of the disciplines. Full Article Living
an Is It Too Late To Stem A Worldwide Outbreak Of Rational Governance? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:15:00 -0500 Examples of government looking out for the public good by rational regulation are resurfacing. Full Article Business
an What Role Do Carbon Offsets Play in a Struggling Economy? Q&A with the Carbon Neutral Company By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:42:23 -0500 Are carbon offsets still relevant in turbulent economic times, and how has the concept evolved? Join us for a live chat with the Carbon Neutral Company to find out. Full Article Business
an This Micro-Algae Lamp Absorbs 150-200 Times More CO2 than a Tree! (Video) By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:20:42 -0400 French scientist has invented a light powered by algae that absorbs CO2 from the air--1 ton per year! The microalgae streetlamp has the potential to provide significantly cleaner air in urban areas and revolutionize the cityscape. Full Article Design
an Prefab Australian home produces more energy than it uses By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Feb 2015 15:13:30 -0500 Designed to capture and maximize the flows of sunlight, water and air, this prefabricated home feels modern, light and spacious. Full Article Design
an Economical and efficient "Energy Positive" house built in Wales, just in time for standards to be killed by government By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Jul 2015 11:31:35 -0400 It could of been a great prototype for affordable efficient housing across Britain. Full Article Design
an France plans to end all fossil fuel production by 2040 By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Sep 2017 07:00:00 -0400 Although somewhat symbolic, the new legislation coincides with the 2040 end of gas and diesel vehicle sales. Full Article Business
an Forget about Life-Cycle Analyses, we don't have time. By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Jan 2019 10:37:28 -0500 The CO2 emissions from making stuff like concrete, plastic, aluminum and steel matter right now. Full Article Design
an Rumpl's sleeping bag blanket is made from recycled plastic By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2019 09:00:00 -0400 With 100 percent recycled content, it's an impressive standard for technical gear. Full Article Living
an How would you react if your kid's school announced it was 'zero waste'? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0400 It turns out that some parents are less than thrilled. Full Article Living
an Is outdoor play a child's want or right? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0400 A debate between a child and teacher reveals all that's wrong with our education system today. Full Article Living
an Why kids need recess more than ever By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Dec 2019 10:00:00 -0500 It's about so much more than getting daily exercise. Full Article Living
an Free-range parents need affirmation, too By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 07:00:00 -0500 Swimming against the cultural tide of over-parenting is hard, and a word of encouragement goes a long way. Full Article Living
an Yes, your kid can eat snow By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 06:01:00 -0500 It's safe as long as you teach them some basic guidelines. Full Article Living
an Pantone's dire new hues are the colors of dying coral By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2019 09:59:00 -0400 The Glowing, Glowing, Gone is a brightly somber campaign calling for urgent action against climate change. Full Article Science
an The Ocean Conservancy’s annual photo contest is now open By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2019 12:46:09 -0400 Calling all ocean lovers and shutterbugs, the 11th edition of this fabulous photo contest is accepting submissions. Full Article Science
an Sharks under attack: These animals are overfished and underprotected By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2019 09:35:00 -0400 An alarming case study in the North Atlantic bolsters Greenpeace's call for a Global Ocean Treaty. Full Article Science
an Annual photo contest reveals dangers of ghost nets By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Jul 2019 08:45:00 -0400 Distressing photos received by the Ocean Conservancy show just how helpless marine animals are in the face of drifting nets. Full Article Science
an James Cameron wants us to stop treating the ocean like a toilet By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0400 The film director believes that ocean exploration could help us to prepare better for climate catastrophes. Full Article Science
an 'Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things' By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Jan 2017 07:00:00 -0500 This intriguing film asks a question we should all be asking ourselves: "How might your life be better with less?" Full Article Living
an Henderson Island is the most remote, most polluted place on Earth By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 16 May 2017 11:55:00 -0400 Discover the once-gorgeous South Pacific island where all your plastic trash ends up. Full Article Science
an Young people don't want their parents' stuff By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Aug 2017 12:14:00 -0400 There was a time when family heirlooms were cherished, but now minimalism is valued more. Full Article Living
an Not buying it: The allure of the year-long shopping ban By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Jan 2018 09:57:00 -0500 Whether it's for emotional or financial reasons, more people are rejecting consumerism by refusing to shop unnecessarily. Full Article Living
an What's needed to clean up the fashion industry? By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Jan 2018 13:52:00 -0500 A new report from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation outlines steps to a circular fashion economy. Full Article Living