'Where the River Runs' is a pop-up meadow with a deep environmental message.

From their vanilla-scented secretions to their amazing ability to alter an ecosystem, here's what you need to know about beavers.

It all depends on the upcoming rainy season and residents maintaining water conservation restrictions.

I know I’m not the only one who finds comfort in writing things down.

Some professors are doing it, but perhaps they should look in the mirror.

Paper can be reprinted up to 80 times, greatly reducing the waste associated with inkjet printing.

The business closed in 2013, but ‘zombie stores’ kept the concept alive.

Guest blogger Greg Wendt offers a recap of the sold-out Social Capital Markets conference in San Francisco.

In addition to the $500 billion in government grants available, there are many other resources available too; strategic application writing can help get your bu

Fair Trade USA has just released an app that allows users to upload the location of fair trade products that they find for sale. No smartphone? No problem. Use

De Bos Rosé is handpicked, fair trade accredited and made from 47 different varietals of grapes.

More than just the seafood is local at this Maryland waterfront restaurant.

Virtualization makes cloud computing possible, productive and profitable. Many businesses large and small think it can do the same thing for work by creating a

The company removes 39 products from the green certification program.

Apple is defending its decision to have its products removed from the EPEAT environmental standards certification program. Speaking to The Loop, Apple spokesper

From Wattio to the Soccket ball and more, crowdfunding sites Kickstarter and Indiegogo helped these startups find fundraising success.

With these free or cheap apps, you can drive safely, park your car without circling, find cheap gas, and locate repair shops you can trust.

Google CEO Larry Page and Apple Chairman Arthur Levinson are joining forces on Calico, a healthcare project.

You may not be able to see auroras in person, but soon you can watch them in the palm of your hand.

Paperless drywall is nothing to be afraid of. It can prevent mold, and its problems can be overcome.

A new study suggests the shape of an egg is determined by how much time a bird spends in flight.

New research finds dads are happier than moms, and it might have to do with how much time they spend playing.

The Big Apple's complaining culture gets its own mapping website that spotlights the top complaints reported within 42 different neighborhoods on a daily basis.

It might be time to give this oft-maligned home decor another chance.

Feeling wheezy after buying a new sofa? Struggling with cat pee smell? Not to worry, your air-purifying hardwood flooring should take care of it.

Health officials have identified a 'very strong culprit' for the devastating sickness linked to e-cigarettes.

Why does the North Dakota outpost of Williston have the highest rents for a one-bedroom apartment in the entire country according to a new survey?

Legal cannabis markets are bringing a powerful ally to the fight against marijuana prohibition: The business community.

A new coalition of Japanese tour operators is trying to seize on the country's waning interest in killing wild cetaceans.

With little public funding for science, Silicon Valley investors are coming to the rescue.

Economists might like the idea, but the public doesn't seem to yet.

If you're an app developer, check out the Environmental Protection Agency's new Apps for the Environment challenge.

Program offers national recognition for kids working to make their world a greener place.

Your dutiful blogger has been evacuated from his home. However, it didn't stop me from taking a stroll along with banks of an infamously filthy canal in Brookly

Not that you need a reminder, but the high season of heat cranking and thermostat tweaking is upon us. Energy Star shares a few basics on how to reduce home hea

Lisa Jackson will serve as the computing giant's VP for environmental initiatives.

The chemical’s makers can’t guarantee Diphenylamine's safety, so the EU doesn't allow its use. Here in the U.S. it’s found on 80 percent of conventional apples.

Should we be worried, or is it OK to keep drinking (for now)?

Water is humanity's most valuable resource. Want to green your usage? These ideas cost next to nothing and can each save 1,000 gallons a year.

What’s the best way to be kind to Mother Nature when answering the call of nature? Here’s an example of why green choices aren’t always black and white.

Nobody likes bathroom clean-up, especially with harsh chemical products. Here are some cheap and natural cleaning alternatives.

Buying for back to school can add up, so check out these tips to make getting your kids back to class a leaner and greener experience.

Colony collapse disorder is claiming many of North America and Europe's bees. But there are simple things you can do to help keep them buzzing.

Kavita Shukla has created a way to keep many other fruits and vegetables fresh two to four times longer with an organic product.

The social workers have assisted veterans, children and families.

How do these global cities stack up in being green?

It takes more than just dedication and intelligence to be a pillar of the community.

Grad student Christopher Johnson hopes to save lives with a little help from some microscopic partners.

Conservation photographer Morgan Heim talks about her work, and how being foolish can lead to brilliant things.

Cristina Mittermeier discusses the modern movement of conservation photography in an interview.